Use Data Safely

Knowing what types of data you're providing AI tools is important. TXST uses a 3-tier data classification guide for institutional data.

Confidential: high level of sensitivity and poses the highest risk of harm if improperly disclosed. Examples include Social Security numbers, credit card info, personal health info, student records, crime victim info, library transactions, court sealed records, and access control credentials. 

Sensitive: moderate level of sensitivity and is considered releasable under the Texas Public Information Act. Examples include performance appraisals, employee DOB, employee email addresses, donor information, voicemail records, email contents, and unpublished research.

Public: low level of sensitivity and is meant to be shared without restriction and broadly. Examples include job postings, service offerings, published research, directory information, degree programs, and general information about university products and services.