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 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
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
Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) is thrilled to announce the initial release of “PantherAI”, a multi-platform AI portal that facilitates easy access to the latest AI technologies from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and beyond. “PantherAI provides an easy and safe way to use the latest artificial technology tools without signing up for individual paid accounts”, said
Grammarly Authorship is a feature designed to help users identify and attribute the sources of text within a Google Doc and Microsoft Word document. It is now available to all Chapman University Grammarly users. Once activated, it tracks and categorizes text sources as you compose your document. Authorship can automatically distinguish between text that is
We are delighted to share that the 2024 Summer Software Showcase for Staff was a resounding success! The event held virtually on July 23rd, 2024, brought together Chapman University’s community to explore the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in productivity applications. Highlights from the Event Opening Keynote: Helen Norris, our Vice President and Chief
Dear campus community, Grammarly Generative AI capabilities are now integrated into Chapman University’s Grammarly Premium platform. Our commitment to providing the best tools for our campus community drives this integration. The addition of GrammarlyGO and Generative AI to Grammarly is more than just an upgrade—it’s a transformation of how we approach writing and communication. It
We are thrilled to announce this year’s Summer Software Showcase For Staff. This year’s showcase offers an opportunity for Chapman University staff to discover innovative applications and gain insights into the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in productivity applications. Why AI? AI is reshaping the way we approach challenges and opportunities in academia. Our
While in a Zoom meeting, you see something like this: What is this? Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) has received reports of and questions about external AI Meeting Assistants such as otter.ai, fireflies.ai, and read.ai transcribing and summarizing the contents of Zoom meetings. In most cases, meeting assistants like these are used to support accessibility or
We are excited to announce the implementation of two innovative GenAI-powered features within Zoom starting May 6, 2024, namely, Meeting Summary and Smart Recording, in our institution’s communication infrastructure. These integrations exemplify our commitment to embracing technological advancements to foster enhanced collaboration and efficiency. The Role of Meeting Summary in Enhancing Information Retention The Meeting