Why is Michigan State marked MIXED?

MSU provides broad responsible-use guidance, but permitted AI actions often vary by course and assessment type.

How should MSU students document AI use?

Track prompt intent, outputs retained, and your own edits so authorship remains defensible.

MSU's AI guidelines promote responsible use, while the enforceable limits usually depend on instructor requirements in each class.

Current detector status: Mixed.

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