Penn State AI Guides
Want to learn how to use AI with confidence? Get one-on-one support from our AI guides to develop your skills with Microsoft Copilot and leverage the power of AI in the classroom and workplace.
About us
AI Guides play a vital role in supporting Penn State faculty and staff in their exploration and adoption of Microsoft Copilot, a generative AI-powered assistant designed to increase productivity, streamline workflows, and foster innovation.
Each AI Guide is a Penn State student who’s been trained in the use of generative AI and is equipped to support you as you learn how to use this powerful tool.
Ready to see what AI can do for you? Schedule a one-on-one consultation with us today, and we’ll help you get started.
Consultations are available both in-person and via Zoom. Consultations will be scheduled during regular business hours (8:00am–5:00pm, Monday–Friday) depending on the AI Guide’s availability.
Please Note: The AI Guides program is currently in its pilot phase and is only open to pilot members at this time. Once the pilot phase is complete, this service will be open to all Penn State staff and faculty.
Services
Our AI guides can help you with a variety of AI-related tasks, including:
Accessing and navigating Microsoft Copilot.
Designing effective and meaningful prompts.
Exploring the capabilities of AI content generation.
Brainstorming opportunities to utilize AI in the classroom and workplace.
Using Copilot to reduce busywork and improve efficiency.
Creating AI agents built for specific tasks and processes.
Using data in Copilot safely and responsibly.
Validating the accuracy and reliability of AI content.
Please note: AI Guides are intended to support you as you learn to use AI; they are not intended to complete AI projects on your behalf. The AI Guides program is designed to orient users with beginning and intermediate skills with Microsoft Copilot, but may not be able to support advanced or complex tasks.
If you are encountering errors or problems with Microsoft Copilot, please contact the IT Help Desk for immediate technical support.
Resources
Introduction to Microsoft Copilot Course
A self-paced course that will introduce you to Microsoft Copilot. In this course, you will discover how to access and use Copilot, explore sample use cases, learn how to create meaningful prompts, and consider ethical issues surrounding generative AI.
Microsoft Copilot Learning Path
A collection of Penn State-specific guides and resources that will further your knowledge of using Copilot effectively. This learning path provides introductory resources for Copilot, as well as additional study materials to deepen your knowledge of AI use in higher education.
Penn State AI Hub
The University’s central website for AI. This hub offers general guidance on AI usage, FAQs, and news articles. It also contains Penn State’s established guidelines and policies for ethical and secure use of generative AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot.
IT Learning and Development (ITLD)
Providing technology tool training to the Penn State community. We bridge the gap between innovation and application, setting faculty, staff, and students up for technological success. From instructor-led sessions to a robust library of on-demand videos and documentation, ITLD offers solutions for all your training needs.
Need Help?
For more information about AI Guides, contact us via email.
Need help now? Get 24-hour technology assistance by contacting the IT Service Desk.