We would like to inform you about a recent change to Google Chrome’s Google Lens tool. This feature now appears as a ‘Homework help’ icon in Canvas and other learning management systems, making AI-powered content analysis and question answering easily accessible to students. Because Google Lens now appears prominently as ‘Homework help’ in Canvas, students
Cybercriminals are getting bolder, and few groups have gained as much notoriety as Scattered Spider. Known for their clever social engineering and relentless tactics, these hackers have been using email bombing (a flood of junk messages designed to overwhelm an inbox) as the first domino in a chain of attacks that ends with full control of a
As we usher in a new academic year at Chapman University, I want to take a moment to address our community about some of the key cybersecurity trends we’re closely monitoring—and the steps we’re taking to keep our campus secure. Understanding Today’s Threat Landscape Cyber threats are constantly evolving, and higher education institutions like ours
Welcome to the fourth episode of IT Insights, the video series featuring exclusive interviews with leaders in Chapman University’s Information Systems and Technology (IS&T). In this episode, we sit down with Helen Norris, Chapman University’s Chief Information Officer and Vice President for Information Technology, as she prepares to retire after years of transformative leadership. Helen’s
We have received increasing reports of Read AI appearing in Zoom and Microsoft Teams meetings created by the Chapman community. Meeting hosts and participants have found Read AI unwelcome, especially when it begins recording the meeting. Members of the Chapman community have expressed security and privacy concerns, resulting in an investigation of the risks. After
Have you ever glanced at your phone and noticed a missed call from an unfamiliar number that rang only once and then stopped? You might feel tempted to call back, wondering if it is important. That single moment of curiosity is exactly what scammers are counting on. Known as the One Ring Scam or “Wangiri” (Japanese for
We’re excited to report that Chapman University’s 2025 Summer Software Showcase, held virtually on July 22nd, was a vibrant and engaging event! The showcase brought together staff and faculty from across the university to explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping productivity tools and workflows. Event Highlights, Hands-On Learning, and Live Demos Playlab Demo: Participants
As we gear up for the fall semester, it’s essential to ensure that our digital practices are as prepared as our lesson plans. Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, and your vigilance plays a vital role in protecting Chapman University’s systems, data, and community. Key Cybersecurity Tips for Faculty & Staff Be Wary of Phishing Emails
As the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Chapman University, my July blog post is a fictional story about the dangers of password reuse. This narrative highlights the experience of James Cartwell, a fictitious university president, whose accounts were compromised due to a reused password, impacting his personal and professional life. This story serves as
For many years, Panther Analytics reports have been delivered using two reporting tools: Pyramid for visualizations like charts and summarized tables and SSRS (SQL Server Reporting Services) for large, paginated spreadsheets of data. In a few weeks, Microsoft’s Power BI will be replacing Pyramid. This article will explain how this change will impact your experience