Chapman University’s Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) team is thrilled to present the Summer 2026 Technology Workshops. These sessions are designed to provide dynamic, enriching learning opportunities for our faculty and staff. Why Attend? Expert Guidance: Our experienced IS&T training team will guide you through the latest technologies. Interactive Learning: Participate in live sessions, engage in discussions,
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
As higher education institutions increasingly adopt AI-powered tools to enhance productivity and digital experiences, it’s essential to remain vigilant about the security and privacy implications of these emerging technologies. This article examines the leading AI browsers and highlights their unique risks and considerations for academic environments. Most of these browsers offer powerful AI-driven features that
We are excited to announce the launch of campus-wide access to Dedoose, a powerful cloud-based platform designed to help Chapman University’s approach to qualitative and mixed methods research. Whether you’re a faculty member conducting interviews, a student analyzing survey data, or a staff member evaluating program outcomes, Dedoose offers a flexible, collaborative environment to explore
Apple recently released new versions of macOS. While these updates often bring useful new features and enhancements, we strongly recommend that you avoid installing them immediately on devices owned by Chapman University. Why we recommend waiting: Software compatibility risks: Many applications used for teaching, research, and administrative work may not be immediately compatible with the
We are excited to announce the phased roll out of Chapman Syllabus, a powerful new platform designed to streamline syllabus creation, access, and oversight, replacing the syllabus tool in Canvas and the syllabus repository. As part of our ongoing commitment to improving teaching and learning, this centralized system will serve as the official repository for all course syllabi, supporting faculty,
The Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) team is excited to announce the lineup for our Fall 2025 Technology Workshops. Designed to inspire and empower faculty and staff, these sessions promise interactive learning, expert insights, and practical skills to enhance your everyday work. Why Attend? Expert Guidance: Our experienced IS&T training team will guide you through
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 part of our commitment to providing powerful, user-friendly resources for design and communication, Chapman University is offering Canva Pro to all students. A limited number of licenses is also available to faculty and staff upon request. Additionally, we are changing Adobe Creative Cloud’s licensing structure based on a review of current usage. Canva Pro
We will be transitioning to a mandatory update of Windows 11 on Tuesday, 8/5/25. The update will download automatically during the hours of 10 pm-6 am, and after it has been downloaded, you will need to restart your computer after five calendar days (if deferred for that long). Users can proactively check for Windows updates