Microsoft Copilot Chat
What is Copilot
Microsoft Copilot is an AI-powered assistant built into Microsoft 365 to help boost efficiency and spark creativity. It leverages advanced language models to support tasks such as drafting content, creating summaries, and simplifying routine work. This version does not integrate across Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and Teams.
UMass Boston Access
UMass Boston faculty, staff, and students can use the enterprise version of Microsoft Copilot Chat by visiting m365.cloud.microsoft/chat or using the button below.
🔐 Important: Always sign in using your UMass Boston Microsoft 365 account and look for the enterprise shield icon to confirm you're in the protected environment.
What Copilot Offers
The standard Copilot experience works much like ChatGPT Plus, drawing on the latest AI models to respond to questions and create content, including images. It uses a conversational interface, letting you ask for information or request tasks in natural language.
- Chat using text, voice, or images, powered by the latest AI models
- Generate summaries of documents and online content
- Create original images
- Enhance answers with information from web searches
- Benefit from enterprise-level data protection when signed in with your UMass Boston account
Privacy & Security
Use Copilot Chat responsibly—Do not enter personally identifiable information (PII), health data, or student records (FERPA-protected data).
Using Generative AI Responsibly with Copilot Chat
Copilot Chat is a powerful tool, but the way you use it depends on your role at UMass Boston. Explore guidance tailored to your needs:
- Students (Learning): Using Copilot Responsibly for Learning
See how Copilot can help you brainstorm, outline, and organize your thoughts while staying within academic integrity expectations. - Staff (Work): Using Copilot Responsibly at Work
Learn how Copilot can support content creation, communication, and productivity while following ethical guidelines. - Faculty (Teach): AI Guidance for Teaching
Explore strategies for setting expectations, designing assignments, and communicating with students about AI use. - Scholars & Researchers: Using Copilot Responsibly in Research
Find tips on using Copilot for drafting, organizing notes, and managing data responsibly in research settings.
Training
Introduction to Copilot Workshops
| Audience | Date | Time | Registration Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staff | Thu, Sept. 18 | 1–2 PM | Register for Thursday, Sept. 18, 1–2 PM |
| Students | Mon, Sept. 22 | 1–2 PM | Register for Monday, Sept. 22, 1–2 PM |
| Staff | Wed, Sept. 24 | 1–2 PM | Register for Wednesday, Sept. 24, 1–2 PM |
| Faculty | Wed, Oct. 14 | 12–1 PM |
Coming soon |
| Faculty | Thurs, Oct. 16 | 12–1 PM | Coming soon |
Getting Started with Copilot
- Getting Started with Copilot: Explains how to access and install Copilot across devices, sign in, and begin using its conversational tools, file uploads, voice/image features, and chat history.