IT Policies And Resources
The IT Policies and Resources page provides the Furman community with official guidance on approved AI tools, usage policies, and technical setup. Explore Furman’s AI Use Policy, IT recommendations for AI use, the BoodleBox setup guide and FAQs, additional BoodleBox resources, an overview of generative AI tools available at Furman, and tips for token reduction in BoodleBox. Whether you’re getting started with a new tool or checking institutional guidelines, you’ll find the policies and practical resources needed to use AI at Furman with confidence.
IT Policies and Resources
AI Use Policy
This policy establishes a framework for the responsible and ethical integration of artificial intelligence across Furman University. It addresses critical areas such as data security and responsible use. This resource provides essential guidelines for navigating the opportunities and risks associated with rapidly evolving AI technologies.
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IT Recommendations For AI Use
This resource offers guidance from Furman’s Information Technology Services on the responsible adoption of consumer-level AI tools in a university setting. It covers data security and privacy, ethical data handling, and the risks of AI hallucination and over-reliance. Faculty, staff, and students will find actionable recommendations for evaluating AI platforms, protecting sensitive information, and accessing university-supported tools such as BoodleBox for secure, enterprise-grade AI use.
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Generative AI Tools At Furman
This guide introduces the generative AI tools currently available to the Furman community, with BoodleBox highlighted as the university’s primary platform for secure access to multiple premium AI models and custom bots. It also outlines other supported tools along with guidance on appropriate use cases and data handling for each. Students, faculty, and staff will find this resource valuable for identifying the right AI tool for their teaching, research, or administrative needs.
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BoodleBox Setup Guide
This quick-reference guide walks Furman students, faculty, and staff through the steps to access BoodleBox, the university’s primary AI platform. It outlines two login methods along with guidance for first-time and returning users and provides contact information for the IT Service Center if assistance is needed.
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BoodleBox FAQs
This FAQ answers common questions that Furman students, faculty, and staff might have about BoodleBox, the university’s primary AI platform.
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Token Reduction In BoodleBox
This article explores how BoodleBox is advancing sustainability in AI use. It explains what tokens are, why they carry a significant environmental cost through data center energy consumption, and how BoodleBox’s technology minimizes that footprint. Students, faculty, and staff will gain a clearer understanding of the environmental stakes of AI use and how thoughtful platform choices contribute to broader conservation efforts.
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BoodleBox Resources
A curated collection of official BoodleBox resources for faculty and students, covering platform fundamentals, AI model selection, custom bot creation, course setup, student onboarding, and privacy and security.
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