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AI at SLU and Current Guidelines
Published: 06 November 2026
Many of us are already using AI tools in our work. Within the University administration, we are now developing a comprehensive strategy for generative AI at SLU, with clear guidelines and training.
We are therefore introducing Microsoft Copilot Chat as a tool for general work tasks. More advanced solutions and other forms of AI place higher demands on information security and take longer to implement.
Three things to remember
- Copilot Chat is already available and included in our Microsoft license. Sign in with your SLU account to access the service.
- Think before you share. Confidential information and sensitive personal data should not be entered or uploaded to Copilot Chat.
- Copilot Chat is SLU’s shared AI support tool. Use it instead of purchasing your own AI services, unless you have specific needs. Solutions for more sensitive information will be available later.
Copilot Chat is already available to you
As an SLU employee, you have access to Microsoft Copilot Chat. It is an AI assistant that can help you draft texts, summarise, translate and brainstorm ideas.
Copilot Chat only sees what you type or upload yourself. It does not read your email or files on its own. It has access to the web and can perform searches there. Copilot Chat is based on OpenAI’s GPT models, the same model family as ChatGPT. The models you can choose from change over time.
To log in and use the service, go to: https://copilot.cloud.microsoft/
Please be mindful of what you enter
Copilot Chat is a cloud service. According to SLU’s rules on cloud services, classified information and sensitive personal data must not, generally, be handled in cloud services. This also applies to AI services. Avoid using other AI services and personal accounts at work. SLU has no control over where the information ends up in those cases.
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Suitable |
Do not enter |
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Text that has already been published |
Passwords and login details |
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Your own drafts without personal data |
Tenders in ongoing procurement processes |
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General enquiries and suggestions |
Confidential information relating to collaboration and research |
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Language review of non-sensitive texts |
Sensitive personal data, such as information relating to health or trade union membership |
Always review the answers. AI can provide answers that sound correct but are incorrect. You are responsible for what you use in your work. Also, do not use AI to make decisions, such as grading exams or screening application materials.
Copilot Chat now, more solutions to follow
For the time being, Copilot Chat is the AI service that SLU offers to all staff. It is sufficient for many day-to-day tasks. At the same time, work is underway to develop more agreed and integrated solutions for AI support at SLU, based on the organisation’s needs and requirements.
Making lots of small purchases of different services makes it harder to protect information and keep track of costs. The purchase of AI services is subject to SLU’s rules on IT procurement.
Alongside this, we are working on developing guidelines and training programmes relating to AI. Further information will be available at the end of November.
Would you like to find out more?
- Find out more about AI for staff.
- Watch the Library’s seminars on AI for teachers.
- Webinar: Would you like to use AI in your work? Tips and advice on how to use it safely (10 November at 08:30)
- Please send any questions to support@slu.se