Introduction

On this page you'll find recordings and resources from AI workshops and presentations.

Workshops

Fall 2026

AI Connect Groups

Join us for our AI Connect Group meetings! These groups are designed to share updates, tips, and learn from each other. Our goal is to build a sense of community across the NU system when it comes to utilizing AI tools. These meetings are grouped by tool, you can choose to attend any and all meetings associated with tools you're currently using, or ones you're interested in using more!

A Hands-On Guide to Mastering the New Instance of ChatGPT

Register for the Mastering the New Instance of ChatGPT Workshop
- Tuesday, October 13 from 12:00pm-1:00pm, Recording of 10/13 Workshop on Mastering the New Instance of ChatGPT
- Thursday, November 19 from 11:00am-12:00pm

A new ChatGPT Edu experience is here, bringing changes and different ways to use the tool. Whether you’re an OG ChatGPT Edu user or new to the ChatGPT Edu environment, this hands-on workshop will help you navigate out new version of ChatGPT Edu. We’ll break down how the consumption-based model works, how to choose the right models and tools for different tasks, and share practical strategies for taking advantage of advanced capabilities. Join us and start exploring today!

What Comes Next? Making the Move from Custom GPTs to Skills

Register for the Making the Move from Custom GPTs to Skills Workshop
- Wednesday, October 28 from 10:00am-11:00am
- Monday, November 30 from 1:00-2:00pm

As Custom GPTs go away, many people are asking the same question: What’s next? This workshop is designed to help answer just that. Join us for a hands-on introduction where we’ll explore how to migrate the work you’ve already done with Custom GPTs to Plugins and build your own Skills from scratch. Whether you have a Custom GPT you are needing to migrate or you’re simply wanting to learn how to use Skills and Plugins, you’ll leave with practical experience and a clearer understanding of what comes next!

From AI to Accessible: Using M365 Copilot and ChatGPT Edu as your Accessibility Assistant

Register for the Accessibility Assistant Workshop Today
- Tuesday, December 8 from 2:00-3:00pm

Improving accessibility can be an overwhelming task, but it doesn’t have to be. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore how M365 Copilot (paid version) and ChatGPT Edu can serve as your accessibility assistants, helping you improve the accessibility of your courses, documents, and presentations. You’ll learn practical ways to use AI to check documents and PowerPoints for accessibility, write meaningful alt-text, and improve document structure and headings. Leave with practical strategies and knowledge to make your content accessible before the spring semester.

Previous Workshops

Spring 2026

Recording of AI at NU: Comparing ChatGPT to Microsoft 365 Copilot Workshop: Both ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot can enhance teaching, streamline course design, and boost productivity, but they shine in different ways. In this workshop, we’ll introduce you to Microsoft 365 co-pilot and compare its’ abilities against ChatGPT Edu. You’ll leave this workshop with an understanding of when to use each tool, strengths and limitations of both, and what your options are.
Recording of AI and Assessments: From Redesign to Evaluation Workshop: As AI reshapes higher education, traditional assessments need a fresh look. This workshop explores how educators can redesign assignments to highlight authenticity and integrity, and the ethical and practical boundaries of incorporating AI into the evaluation process. Leave with practical strategies that emphasize integrity, while increasing effectiveness.
Recording of AI and a Research and Writing Partner Workshop: Discover how AI can support every stage of the academic writing process, from brainstorming and outlining to synthesizing sources and refining final drafts. This hands-on session explores practical ways to use tools for literature reviews, data analysis, editing, and generating citations. Participants will learn strategies for maintaining academic integrity and integrating these tools ethically into their own research and writing workflows.

Fall 2025

Recording of Getting the most out of ChatGPT EDU (formerly Enterprise): Are you using ChatGPT to its’ fullest potential? In this workshop, we will discuss when to choose each model, how to leverage ChatGPT EDU features, and the benefits of using ChatGPT EDU. We’ll do live demos, and leave time for Q&A. This workshop is ideal for faculty and staff who are new to ChatGPT EDU, do not currently hold licenses, or those that are looking to expand their toolkit.
Recording of AI-Enhanced Course Design: Elevating Your Courses with AI Workshop: Discover how generative AI tools can streamline and strengthen your course design process—from course themes and creating rubrics to refining assignments and generating discussion questions. This hands-on session will explore practical ways you can use existing materials—like lecture slides, transcripts, or discussion threads—to design more engaging, equitable, and outcomes-aligned courses.
Recording of Balancing AI and Environmental Concerns Workshop: AI has immense potential, but it also carries a hidden environmental cost. In this workshop, we’ll examine the ecological impact of generative AI and learn strategies for more sustainable use of AI in your teaching, research, and operations. Walk away with tips on making informed, environmentally conscious decisions about how and when to use AI when integrating it into your work.

Spring 2025

Recording of Exploring AI use in Research: This workshop provides an in-depth look at how researchers can use generative AI to enhance their work. We will explore practical strategies for integrating AI- into various stages of the research process, in addition to the steps researchers should take to ensure integrity and transparency in their research. By the end, attendees will leave with a toolkit of methods and guidelines for leveraging generative AI ethically and effectively.
Recording of Setting Standards and Starting Conversations about AI: Are you grappling with how to set clear expectations for generative AI use in your classes? You're not alone! Join us for a workshop where we’ll explore practical strategies to establish clear standards, promote academic integrity, and discuss unethical uses of AI with students. Walk away with ready-to-use resources and actionable ideas that help turn uncertainty into confidence.
Recording of Exploring GPTs in the Classroom: Ready to take your class to the next level? Through our partnership with Open AI, faculty can create custom GPTs tailored to their unique classroom needs. In this workshop, we’ll explore what GPTs are, share a variety of GPTs you could utilize in your courses, and discuss effective strategies to build your own. Walk away inspired and equipped to design AI experiences that enhance student learning experiences.
Recording of GPTs for Work: Transforming Productivity and Collaboration: What if you could create the ultimate teammate? Through our partnership with Open AI, participants can create GPTs tailored to their work, communication styles, and more. Join us for a workshop where we’ll discuss GPTs as the ultimate collaborator, explore a variety of GPTs for enhanced productivity, and share effective strategies for creating your own GPT. You’ll leave this workshop equipped with practical ideas and strategies to transform the way you work!

Fall 2024