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AI Insights for October 2, 2025

This message was originally shared to subscribers October 2, 2025.

Claude Enterprise Is Here

All Syracuse University students, faculty, and staff now have access to Claude Enterprise, Anthropic’s advanced AI assistant. Claude can help you collaborate on projects, analyze lengthy documents, explore ideas with Learning Mode and work with the latest AI models—all while keeping your data private and secure. This expansion is another step toward making Syracuse University the most digitally connected campus in America. Get Claude now (and check out this helpful FAQ).

AI at Work on Oct. 9

Join Information Technology Services for AI at Work on Oct. 9 from 1–2:30 p.m. in the K.G. Tan Auditorium (and via Microsoft Teams). This timely discussion will explore the safe, ethical and effective use of generative AI in the workplace and classroom. Speakers will include Associate Professor Johannes Himmelreich of the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, along with representatives from ITS and Deloitte.

In This Issue

AI is moving from hype to infrastructure. OpenAI’s Sam Altman pitched “abundant intelligence,” backed by Nvidia’s $100B investment and Oracle’s $300B cloud deal—framing AI as a utility, not just an app. Policymakers are reacting with California’s first AI safety law and a U.N. governance push, while Anthropic ramps up D.C. lobbying. Adoption is widespread—90% of workers use AI—but trust lags. Nearly half of job skills may be reshaped and campuses like Syracuse are going all-in.

News and Views

Access to The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post is available to all students, faculty and staff with a valid Syracuse University NetID. Learn more.

Academia and Education

Agriculture

  • Generative AI in Agriculture Marker Analysis Report 2025-2033  (GlobeNewswire)

Business, Tech and Investment

  • Microsoft Looks to Build AI Marketplace for Publishers (Axios)
  • Sam Altman Aims to Make AI the New Internet (PYMNTS)
  • Nvidia to Invest Up to $100B In ChatGPT Creator OpenAI (Axios)
  • Spotify Rolls Out New Filters, Disclosure Rules for AI Content (PYMNTS)
  • Zoom’s CEO Agrees with Bill Gates, Jensen Huang, and Jamie Dimon: A 3-Day Workweek is Coming Soon Thanks to AI (Fortune)
  • Buy It In ChatGPT: Instant Checkout and the Agentic Commerce Protocol (OpenAI)
  • What’s Behind the Massive AI Data Center Headlines? (TechCrunch)

Models and Product Updates

Policy, Regulation and Global Affairs

  • Anthropic Makes Its Move On DC (Politico)
  • AI Czar David Sacks Urges to Update Export Controls As AI Race Heats Up with China (MSN)
  • Countries Consider A.I.’s Dangers and Benefits at U.N. (The New York Times)
  • Gavin Newsom Signs First-In-Nation AI Safety Law (Politico)

Sports and Entertainment

  • How AI Is Opening the Playbook On Sports Analytics (TechXplore)
  • The Future of Tennis Broadcasting: Excitement-Driven AI Sports Commentary (IBM)
  • AI and Entertainment: Playing to the Audience (Innovation & Tech Today)

Work and Workforce

  • 90% of Workers Use AI at Work, Most Still Don’t Trust It (Udacity)
  • AI-Generated “Workslop” Is Destroying Productivity (Harvard Business Review)
  • How GenAI is Rewiring the DNA of Jobs (Hiring Lab)
  • AI Is Moving Faster Than Your Workforce Strategy. Are You Ready? (BCG)

This Issue’s Tip: Generative AI Tools Video

Want to boost your productivity with AI? Syracuse University provides access to three powerful generative AI assistants: Anthropic Claude, Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini. Our new video walks you through how to securely log in with your NetID, highlights key features of each tool and shares best practices for safe data use. Whether you’re a student, faculty or staff member, this step-by-step guide will help you make the most of these AI resources for learning, teaching and research.

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This Issue’s Prompt: Brainstorming and Creativity

A prompt is how you ask generative AI tools to do something for you (e.g., creating, summarizing, editing or transforming). Treat it like a conversation, using clear language and enough context to get the result you have in mind.

To get more practice, use the generative AI tool of your choice (for example, Microsoft Copilot, OpenAI ChatGPT or Anthropic Claude) to execute the following prompt:

“Generate five creative ideas for approaching this problem. Include at least one safe, practical option and one bold, outside-the-box idea. Rank the ideas by feasibility and potential impact.”

Helpful Resources

Thank you for reading. Go Orange!

Tech Tips: October 2025 Faculty/Staff Newsletter

This message was originally shared to all faculty and staff via email on October 2, 2025.

At a Glance

Each month, Information Technology Services provides tech tips for the Orange community. Pressed for time? Here are this edition’s topics:

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Orange Online: October 2025 Student Newsletter

This message was originally shared to all students via email on October 2, 2025.

Orange Online at a Glance

Each month, Information Technology Services provides tech tips for the Orange community. Pressed for time? Here are this edition’s topics:

Claude Enterprise Now Available to All

All students, faculty and staff now have access to Claude Enterprise, an advanced AI assistant from Anthropic. Claude supports research, streamlines tasks, sparks creativity and enhances teaching and learning—advancing our goal of being the most digitally connected campus in America.

Key features include:

  • Higher usage limits for academic work
  • Shareable Projects for collaboration
  • Ability to process 500-plus page documents
  • Learning Mode to support academic integrity
  • Privacy-first design to keep your data secure

With Claude in everyone’s hands, our community is better equipped to explore new ideas, collaborate in fresh ways and build the skills to navigate and shape an AI-driven future. Get Claude now.

AI Panel Discussion

Join us for AI at Work on Oct. 9 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the K.G. Tan Auditorium (and via Microsoft Teams). This session will explore the safe, ethical, and effective use of generative AI. Register.

Generative AI Tools

Ready to put AI to work? This video shows you how to access Claude, Copilot, and Gemini with your NetID, explore key features, and use them safely to boost productivity and research.  Video.

Change to Proxy Account Process

As of Oct. 3, students must re-establish proxy accounts using the proxy’s personal email—proxies cannot do this themselves. Once set up, proxies will log in with their email and multi-factor authentication (MFA) (no more separate usernames/passwords). Each student requires a unique email for their proxy. Special instructions apply if the proxy is also a Syracuse University employee. Step-by-step instructions are on the Proxy Access Answers Page, and questions can be sent to help@syr.edu.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Notes From the CISO’s Desk

Chief Information Security Officer, Chris Croad, highlights how AI is becoming part of everyday life at Syracuse University. He emphasizes using approved tools, protecting sensitive data and staying alert for AI-powered scams and embracing AI’s potential—safely and securely. Read Letter.

Cyberattacks and Higher Education

A June 2025 breach at Columbia University exposed Social Security numbers and other sensitive data, showing how vulnerable even major institutions can be. ITS protects our community with strong defenses, but your role matters too. Use unique passwords, enable MFA and stay alert for phishing. Learn More. 

Empathy Is the Superpower in Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity isn’t just about firewalls and passwords—it’s about people. Mistakes happen, but responding with empathy instead of blame builds a stronger, safer campus culture. By supporting one another, asking questions and reporting issues quickly, we protect both our data and our community. Stay Protected. 

Password Security: Why Strong Credentials Still Matter

The massive RockYou2024 leak exposed over 10 billion passwords—many weak, reused, or unchanged for years—reminding us how easily attackers can break into accounts. Protections like MFA and monitoring help, but using long, unique passphrases and update old passwords is the best defense. Secure Passwords.

Tech Tips Weekly

Stay connected and ahead with Tech Tips Weekly—for quick, practical advice to make the most of campus technology. Each week, our new newsletter delivers easy-to-follow how-tos, timely service updates and insider looks at the newest features, tools and resources. Subscribe. 

Digital Accessibility Tip

Alt text helps convey the purpose of a chart or graph, and pairing it with a text or tabular alternative makes your data far more accessible. Using patterns or labels instead of relying on color alone is also key. Visit Accessible Charts and Graphs for more tips. Office Hours.

Helpful Resources

ITS and the campuswide information technology community are available year-round to help with your tech questions. Resources include:

Thank you for reading. Go Orange!

Tech Tips: September 2025 Faculty/Staff Newsletter

This message was originally shared to all faculty and staff via email on September 11, 2025.

At a Glance

Each month, Information Technology Services provides tech tips for the Orange community. Pressed for time? Here are this edition’s topics:

Continue Reading

Orange Online: September 2025 Student Newsletter

This message was originally shared to all students via email on September 11, 2025.

Orange Online at a Glance

Each month, Information Technology Services provides tech tips for the Orange community. Pressed for time? Here are this edition’s topics:

Upcoming Change to Proxy Account Process

Beginning Oct. 3, the process for proxy account holders to access student information via MySlice will change. Current account holders must update their access after this date and new account requests will follow the updated process. Details on the new process are available on Answers. If you have any questions, please reach out to help@syr.edu.

You’re Invited: AI Panel Discussion

Join us for AI at Work on Oct. 9 from 1–2:30 p.m. in the K.G. Tan Auditorium (and via Microsoft Teams). This session will explore the safe, ethical, and effective use of generative AI. Register.

Tech Tips Weekly Newsletter

Tech Tips Weekly is a brand-new weekly newsletter from ITS that brings you helpful how-tos, the latest service updates and inside looks at new features and resources. Subscribe.  

Digital Scholarship Space

Graduate student Dylan Caskie G’25 leads an engaging tour of the Digital Scholarship Space located on the fourth floor of Bird Library. This video is a firsthand look at the innovative tools and collaborative spaces available to support digital research and learning. Video. 

Adobe Express Student Access

Adobe Express for Higher Education is free for all students, faculty and staff. Easily create professional-quality graphics, videos and documents with built-in templates and tools including Photoshop Express, Premiere Rush and Spark Video. Perfect for projects, social media and presentations. Learn More. 

Digital Accessibility Tip: Accessibility from the Start

The Fall term brings fresh opportunities to create content that’s accessible to all. Visit the ITS Digital Accessibility Services (DAS) website for tips and tools to help you build with accessibility in mind, and drop into virtual office hours for focused support. 

Information Security Tip: Password Awareness

Avoid errors like writing down or sharing passwords, and strengthen your defense with a password manager, multi-factor authentication, and strong, unique logins. With smart habits, you’ll stay ahead of cybercriminals and keep your digital playbook safe. Learn More. 

Interactive Campus Map

Explore our comprehensive campus map at maps.syracuse.edu, where you can sort locations by type (buidings, parking, etc.). Click “Wayfinding” and select “Show Only Wheelchair Accessible Routes” to find wheelchair-friendly paths. Maps. 

ITS Service Center

Have a tech issue or campus account question? The ITS Service Center is your go-to for support. Call 315.443.2677, email help@syr.edu, visit us in person in the Women’s Building, chat online or submit a request. Learn More. 

Helpful Resources

ITS and the campuswide information technology community are available year-round to help with your tech questions. Resources include:

Thank you for reading. Go Orange!