HokieAI is Virginia Tech’s enterprise AI platform designed to help faculty, staff, and students work more efficiently by generating content, answering questions, and supporting decision-making. This guide helps new users quickly understand what HokieAI is, how to access it, and how to navigate the platform with confidence. 

What is HokieAI?

HokieAI is a secure, AI-powered assistant built to support everyday tasks such as:

• Drafting emails, reports, and communications
• Analyzing information and summarizing content
• Answering questions using trusted institutional knowledge
• Supporting collaboration and productivity

It acts like a smart assistant that can help you save time, improve clarity, and streamline your work.

How to Access the HokieAI Portal

You can access HokieAI through your web browser:

• Visit: HokieAI Portal
• Use your Virginia Tech credentials to sign in

Tip: Bookmark the site for quick access during your daily workflow.

First-Time Login Steps

Follow these steps the first time you access HokieAI:

1. Navigate to the HokieAI portal
2. Sign in using your VT username and password
3. Complete any required authentication (e.g., Duo MFA)
4. Review and accept any usage guidelines or policies
5. You’ll be directed to the main dashboard

Best Practice: Take a moment to review any onboarding prompts or tooltips—they highlight key features.

Overview of the HokieAI Interface

Once logged in, you’ll see a clean and user-friendly interface designed for ease of use:

Main Components:

• Prompt Input Area
  • Where you enter questions or requests
  • Example: “Draft a weekly update for my team”

• Response Window

  • Displays HokieAI’s generated answers or content

• Navigation Menu

  • Access past conversations, tools, or settings

• Contextual Features

  • Some responses may leverage organizational knowledge to provide more relevant results

Quick Tips for New Users:

• Be specific in your prompts for better results
• Start simple, then refine your request if needed
• Use follow-up questions to improve output

HokieAI Prompt Example

Try this prompt directly in HokieAI:

I am new to HokieAI. Can you walk me through how to use the interface and share tips for writing effective prompts?

Reference

For additional help and updates, visit:

• HokieAI Portal and Resources