BearGPT: AI-Powered Support
BearGPT operates under license from the secure confines of the UC San Diego Supercomputer Center, built with Meta Llama - a dialogue-optimized, open-source large language model. This secure, on-premises hosting ensures UC's complete control over data usage and sharing.
BearGPT's Assistants are tailored primarily for use in HR administrative roles and are adept at handling university-specific questions, summarizing documents, and more, thanks to their training on extensive public-facing university information. This focus enables BearGPT to provide accurate and relevant information to UC Berkeley users.
BearGPT is currently in pilot phase.
What Can You Do with BearGPT?
BearGPT features multiple specialized AI assistants designed to help you navigate UC Berkeley resources efficiently. Explore the BearGPT Interface Guide to learn the basics for navigating the tool.
Ask UC Berkeley Related Questions - Get quick answers about campus policies, procedures, and services:
- "What is the employee travel reimbursement policy?"
- "Where can I find vegetarian dining options on campus?"
Generate Content - Save time with AI-assisted content creation:- Create presentation outlines and talking points
- Draft professional emails
Summarize Content - Copy and paste documents related to UC Berkeley to quickly extract key information.
Edit Content - Polish emails, social media posts, and other written communications related to UC Berkeley.
Tips for Getting The Best Results
Choose the Right Assistant
Select an assistant tailored to your task: Berkeley, HR Policy, or Expertise Finder for information needs; General AI Assistant for content creation and editing.
Be Specific
Ask precise questions with relevant context to receive more accurate and helpful responses. Review the Prompting Best Practices guide for how to craft effective prompts.
Start Fresh for New Topics
Begin a new chat when switching to a different subject - this helps BearGPT focus on your current question without carrying over context from previous conversations.
Verify Sources
Always review the source links provided in responses for additional context and to confirm information directly.
