Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use at Ïã½¶Ö±²¥
Responsible, Ethical & Compliant AI Use
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools are rapidly evolving and offer powerful opportunities to support education, research, clinical care, and operations. Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ is committed to ensuring AI is used responsibly, ethically, and in compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements.
Ïã½¶Ö±²¥â€™s AI guidance is designed to:
- Promote responsible and ethical AI use
- Protect personal, confidential, and regulated information
- Ensure compliance with institutional policies and legal requirements
- Support innovation while minimizing risk
- AI is a tool to support your work, not replace professional judgment.
Allowable Use
AI tools may be used when appropriate and in compliance with institutional policy. Publicly available information may be entered into AI tools, provided its use aligns with applicable guidelines and data governance requirements.
Prohibited Use
- Using unapproved AI tools with sensitive or regulated data
Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ Data Classifications OP 56.04 - Entering confidential information into unapproved AI systems
- Generating non-public or restricted content such as:
- Research data
- Legal analysis
- Grading decisions
- Personnel decisions
- Engaging in fraudulent, illegal, or policy-violating activities
AI Governance at Ïã½¶Ö±²¥
The AI Governance and Risk Committee, established by the President’s Cabinet, provides oversight of AI activities to ensure alignment with Ïã½¶Ö±²¥â€™s mission, regulatory compliance, ethical standards, and risk management. The cross-functional committee approves AI policies, reviews and assesses AI tools and associated risks, monitors performance and compliance, evaluates vendors, oversees training, and addresses reported concerns.
Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ is committed to protecting the privacy of patients, learners, and team members. Approved AI tools that meet institutional privacy and security standards are currently under evaluation. Until formal approval is confirmed, AI tools must not be used with protected or confidential information without prior review.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy at Ïã½¶Ö±²¥
Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ OP 52.21 – Acceptable Use of AI Tools
No. Protected Health Information (PHI) or any HIPAA-regulated data may only be used in Ïã½¶Ö±²¥-approved AI tools that are covered by secure institutional agreements. If unsure whether a tool is approved, contact the Institutional Privacy Officer or Information Security Officer before proceeding.
It depends on the type of data involved. Public or non-restricted information may be used. However, unpublished research data, proprietary information, or regulated data may only be entered into approved AI tools. Consult department leadership or the compliance office if unsure.
At this time, no AI tools have been formally approved for use with sensitive or regulated information. The institution will communicate broadly when approved tools become available. If you have questions about a specific tool, please contact the Institutional Privacy Officer or Information Security Officer. Do not assume a tool is approved simply because it is widely used.
Report the incident immediately to Information Security, the Institutional Privacy Officer, and your supervisor. Early reporting allows the institution to assess and mitigate potential risk in a timely manner.
AI may contain inaccuracies, outdated information, or opinion-based references. Always verify accuracy before relying on AI-generated content and information.
AI is a decision-support tool, not a decision-maker.
Not typically. The following are generally not considered AI tools unless they include embedded AI-powered features:
- Calculators
- Basic grammar or spell checkers
- Standard office software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Simple rule-based automation
- Basic device functions (such as camera autofocus)
However, some modern software platforms now include AI-driven capabilities. If those AI features are enabled and used, the tool may fall under institutional AI guidance.
For Questions or to Report a Potential Incident Contact:
Shen Wang, MSHA, CHC, CHPC, CHPS
Assistant Vice President – Institutional Privacy Officer (IPO)
Phone: 806-743-2307
shen.wang@ttuhsc.edu
Lane Timmons
Assistant Vice President - Information Security Officer (ISO)
Phone: 806-743-7117
lane.timmons@ttuhsc.edu
