Writing Without Artificial Intelligence [pdf] (provost.uchicago.edu)

The Writing Advisory Group, established under the Artificial Intelligence and Education Committee at the university, has released a document titled "Writing Without Artificial Intelligence: Principles and Recommendations." This follows an agreement announced in May 2026 with AI company Anthropic to integrate Claude Enterprise into the educational framework. The advisory group's findings were formally presented to President Paul Alivisatos and Provost Katherine Baicker in September 2026, marking a significant step in shaping how AI tools are utilized in academic writing. This initiative is crucial for the AI/ML community as it addresses the growing concern around the ethical use of AI in education, emphasizing the importance of developing writing skills independent of AI assistance. By building on previous recommendations from the July 2025 report by the Artificial Intelligence and Education Working Group, the newly introduced principles offer a roadmap for balancing AI technology use with traditional writing methods, thereby fostering critical thinking and authenticity in student work. This could influence how educational institutions worldwide formulate their approaches to integrating AI in learning environments.