OnboardingA2 Maizey was developed to help new staff at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor campus find quick answers to common questions. It is a generative AI chatbot that only uses information from U-M web pages. New staff members can access OnboardingA2 Maizey once their U-M account is set up and they have established a UMICH password.

Access OnboardingA2 Maizey (requires UMICH login)

Please note:

This tool was developed for benefits-eligible, non-bargained-for new staff on the U-M Ann Arbor campus. It does not include information about UM-Flint, UM-Dearborn or Michigan Medicine. If your position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, please check your contract for specific details.

How to Use OnboardingA2 Maizey

• Try it out: Using OnboardingA2 Maizey is easy. Login and start asking questions.
• Be clear and specific: By being clear and specific in your prompts, OnboardingA2 Maizey can provide more accurate and helpful information. For example: "Where should I park if I work at Wolverine Tower?" will provide more accurate information than, "Where should I park?"
• Check the source: Every OnboardingA2 Maizey answer will include sources at the end of its response. Refer to the sources to confirm responses. You can also verify information with your supervisor or HR representative.
• Request detail: If you need in-depth information, ask for detailed answers. For example, "Can you provide a detailed overview of what I should do in my first week?"
• Frame your context: Provide background information if your question is based on prior knowledge. This helps OnboardingA2 Maizey generate relevant responses. For example, "I'm a new employee. Where do I go to purchase a parking pass?"

Help Us Improve OnboardingA2 Maizey

If you have feedback or suggestions to improve the tool, complete the OnboardingA2 Maizey feedback form.