Grammarly AI Agents Now Available to the Chapman Community
Chapman University Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) is pleased to announce that Grammarly AI Agents are now available to all students, faculty, and staff. This expanded access provides powerful, context-aware writing support to help members of the Chapman community communicate more clearly, confidently, and effectively across academic, professional, and creative work. Grammarly AI Agents work
Introducing Prompted: An AI Community at Chapman
The Information Systems & Technology (IS&T) department is excited to introduce Prompted: An AI Community at Chapman, a new virtual space designed to help our campus community explore and engage with AI in a thoughtful and approachable way. Prompted is a Viva Engage community created for faculty, staff, and students who are curious about AI. Whether you’re just getting started
March Madness: Don’t Let Cyber Scams Win the Championship
March Madness has arrived. Brackets will be tested, underdogs will advance, and dramatic finishes will dominate the highlights. But while the excitement unfolds on the court, cybercriminals are also stepping up their game, launching a full-court press on inboxes across higher education, including ours. Periods of heightened attention and activity are prime opportunities for scams
Join Us at the 2026 IS&T Tech Carnival Open House
Information Systems & Technology (IS&T) is excited to invite the campus community to our Annual IS&T Open House, returning this spring with another fun, interactive twist: Tech Carnival. Thursday, April 23 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. IS&T Main Office, 635 W. Palm Ave. Last year’s IS&T Open House brought faculty and staff together for an afternoon of discovery, conversation,
Introducing the Chapman University IS&T Quarterly Newsletter
Technology plays a central role in how we teach, learn, and work at Chapman University, and staying informed shouldn’t be a challenge. We’re excited to announce the launch of the Chapman University Information Systems & Technology (IS&T) Quarterly Newsletter, a new campus resource designed to keep the Chapman community up to date on the technology
Stay Safe This Valentine’s Day: Romance Scams Are on the Rise
As Valentine’s Day approaches, many in our Chapman community look forward to celebrating with friends, partners, and loved ones. Unfortunately, this season also brings a significant spike in romance scams, schemes where cybercriminals exploit trust, emotions, and loneliness for financial gain. Reports from universities, national law enforcement experts, and global fraud prevention organizations all point
Cybersecurity Resolutions for a Safer 2026
Happy New Year, Panthers! As the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) here at Chapman University, January is a great time to refresh the habits that keep our community safe online. I’m guessing most of you are not like me and didn’t make any New Year’s cybersecurity resolutions. No worries, I made some for you. To kick off 2026, here are practical New Year’s Cybersecurity
When AI Becomes the Attack Vector
AI tools have quickly become part of everyday work in higher education. You might use them to troubleshoot a tech issue, draft a document, prep a lesson, or answer a quick question. That convenience is exactly what attackers are now exploiting. Recent security research, including reports from Malwarebytes, highlights a growing campaign where malicious Google ads and
Announcing IS&T’s Spring 2026 Technology Workshops
Chapman University’s Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) team is pleased to share the upcoming Technology Workshops for Spring 2026. These workshops will focus on enhancing productivity, creativity, and the application of artificial intelligence (AI). Why Attend? Professional Support: The IS&T training team will guide you through the latest technologies and best practices. Engaging Learning Experience: Join live sessions, participate in discussions, and view demonstrations to deepen your understanding of the
Scammer Claus Returns—New and Improved with AI and Deepfakes
December is here again, and while we’re busy with holiday cheer, finals, and festivities, cybercriminals are busy upgrading their toolkits. As the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Chapman, my goal is to keep our community safe online throughout the season. Last year, we met Scammer Claus—the holiday trickster who lured victims with fake emails and festive scams. This year, Scammer Claus has