Tech Tips: November 2025 Staff/Faculty Newsletter

This message was originally shared to all faculty and staff via email on November 6, 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:

AI at Work: Claude on Campus

Discover how Claude Enterprise can elevate your work and learning during the next AI at Work session, Claude on Campus, on Nov. 12 from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. in 500 Hall of Languages and on Microsoft Teams. Learn how to request access, craft prompts and explore projects and integrations with Microsoft 365. Sign Up. 

    Research Computing Series

    Explore cutting-edge campus research and computing resources in the Fall 2025 Research Computing Series on Microsoft Teams, featuring Bryan S. Kim discussing data storage in the Age of Big Data and Daniele Profeta sharing how digital tools and craftsmanship intersect in contemporary architectural design. Register. 

    Claude Enterprise

    If you haven’t tried Claude Enterprise yet, now’s the perfect time to see what you’ve been missing. All Syracuse University students, faculty and staff get free access to this powerful AI assistant from Anthropic—built to help you think, write and work smarter. You can now connect Claude directly to your Microsoft 365 account, letting it securely work with your emails, calendar, OneDrive files and more—all in one place. Whether you’re organizing projects, breaking down research papers, or summarizing email threads, Claude makes it easier to stay productive and creative. Try Dark Mode for late-night study sessions or grab the desktop app for quick access anytime.

    • Request access • Check out the FAQ • Watch a quick demo

    Digital Accessibility Tip: Sign-Speak

    Sign-Speak brings AI-powered, real-time interpretation between ASL and spoken or written English to Syracuse University as part of a limited pilot. Deaf, Hard of Hearing and hearing individuals can now connect effortlessly in class, study groups and everyday campus life. All you need is a device with a camera. Simply open Sign-Speak; choose to sign, speak or type; and you’re ready to engage! Try Sign Speak. 

    Information Security Tip: Use AI Safely

    AI is becoming part of daily life at Syracuse University—helping faculty, staff and students work, learn and create in new ways. To stay secure, use University-approved AI tools, avoid sharing personal or confidential information and watch for AI-powered scams that look more convincing than ever. With mindful use, we can embrace AI’s benefits while keeping our community safe. Learn More.

    AI Insights

    Explore the latest in artificial intelligence with AI Insights, the newsletter for all things AI. Whether you’re looking to enhance your work with smart tools or simply stay informed, each issue brings you news from higher ed and the tech world and weekly AI tips. Newsletter. 

    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. 

    Helpful Resources

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

    • Academic and administrative IT staff

    • Classroom Resource Guide

    • ITS Service Center

    • Self-Serv NetID and password management portal

    Thank you for reading. Go Orange!