April 2026

Microsoft Copilot Beyond the Basics

Ready to go further with Microsoft Copilot? This intermediate‑level webinar helps you deepen your skills using capabilities available to Loyola users. You'll explore Copilot Chat, including how to build a web-based agent and reason over uploaded files. Along the way, you'll see practical, higher-ed examples such as creating an agent grounded in public university web pages and using Copilot Chat to analyze, summarize, and refine documents.

April 23rd, 2026, 11:00am-12:00pm CT

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If you missed the live beginner Microsoft Copilot training earlier this semester or just want a refresher, new self-help resources are now available. Understand the differences between Copilot versions, including the benefits of enterprise data protection and privacy in Loyola's licensed offering. You'll also find guidance on effective prompting strategies, answers to common questions, and practical higher education use cases. This resource library will continue to expand, so be sure to check it regularly.

Plan Ahead: Fall 2026 Courses Now Available

Fall 2026 courses are now available in Sakai. Do you have questions about Sakai tools? How about student projects that may require the use of statistical applications? Perhaps you're looking for innovative ideas to improve the technical design of your course site or suggestions for enhancing communication with students. Both in-person and online support are at your fingertips.

Support for learning technologies, statistical advising, and course innovation is readily available. Select a topic, expert, and a time that works best with your schedule. To book an appointment, visit Meet With Us.

In Next Month's Issue

• The Learning Curve blog's latest article
• Microsoft Copilot intermediate-level resources
• 2026 Information & Technology Showcase