To promote and encourage AI literacy among UCI staff, OIT has created a new online learning program called ZotGPT Academy. The innovative program aims to upskill UCI faculty and staff in generative AI technology, and consists of three interactive 30-minute modules that provide hands-on experience with ZotGPT.
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Classroom-Focused AI Chatbot Is Making Its Way Into UCI Classrooms
UCI is now introducing ClassChat: a ZotGPT tool with the ability to create course-specific enclaves and learning environments that have significant potential to enhance student learning and success. Joining our ZotGPT suite of AI services, ClassChat represents UCI’s next bold step into the higher education AI space.
ZotDefend: UCI App Restrictions
UCI enhances cybersecurity measures through mandatory annual training. Starting February 10, 2025, employees overdue for Cybersecurity Awareness Training will face restricted access to UCI Single Sign-on applications until completion. Emergency 7-day extensions available.
Women in Technology Applause Nominations Now Open
Nominations are now open for the UCI Women in Technology (WiT) Applause Program! Nominate a colleague who is making a difference by January 24, 2025.
A Journey of Growth and Innovation: From UCI’s ELP to SLAC
For Haley Marts, Computer Science ’24, the road to a career in computer science and technology was anything but straightforward. She began her journey at community college, exploring both mechanical engineering and computer science, and ultimately discovered a passion for programming.
OIT Support Holiday Hours 2024
As the festive season is upon us, we wanted to keep you informed about our operating hours during Winter break. Please take note of the changes so you can plan your support inquiries accordingly!
Scheduled Telephone System Outage, December 13-14.
OIT has scheduled a required upgrade of the campus telephone system that will result in intermittent outages of campus telephone services from Friday, December 13 at 8:00pm until Saturday, December 14 at 4:00am.
ZotGPT API Now Available for Research
Application programming interface (API) access for ZotGPT is now available for all faculty and staff.









