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This article is only about Copilot Chat and not other AI services such as Microsoft 365 Copilot.
What's included in this article?
What is Copilot Chat?
Copilot Chat is a general purpose AI companion within the Microsoft 365 platform that is available to faculty, staff, and students.
Unlike public general purpose AI companions (such as ChatGPT, Bard...etc), Copilot Chat includes enterprise data protection to ensure that any questions you ask or data you work with remains with the university and isn't used elsewhere.
With Copilot Chat:
- Your chat data is encrypted during your conversations and isn't viewable by Microsoft or anyone else.
- The model Copilot Chat uses will not retain any data about your conversation at the end of your session. Your conversations remain secure in the SFU Microsoft 365 space.
- Your chat data isn't used to further train the underlying large language model as it would be with public AI companions.
- Your SFU user profile is used to sign-in but will be anonymous during your session.
For more information about the privacy and protections available to the enterprise version of Microsoft Copilot see: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/copilot/privacy-and-protections
How do I access Microsoft Copilot?
You can access Copilot Chat by signing in to your SFU Microsoft 365 work/school account at microsoft365.com/chat.
Sign in to Copilot Chat
How do I get started using Copilot Chat?
Introduction to Copilot at SFU
Looking for SFU specific advice on using Copilot, or just getting started with generative AI overall? Jump into the SFU Copilot Introduction course on Canvas to learn about prompting, instructions, responsible AI, and more!
Introduction to Copilot at SFU
Microsoft Support
If you're looking to get hands-on with Copilot Chat, the Microsoft 365 Copilot Help & Learning page is your go-to resource to bookmark. It’s full of quick-start guides, video tutorials, and practical tips to help you use Copilot effectively. You’ll find walkthroughs for creating content, automating tasks, and crafting better prompts. Whether you're just getting started or want to sharpen your skills, this site makes it easy to learn at your own pace and apply Copilot to your everyday work.
Copilot Support
Copilot Academy Learning Paths
Microsoft 365 Copilot Academy is a learning platform for how to get the most out of Copilot. Whether you're just getting started or looking to deepen your skills, the Academy offers a curated collection of on-demand learning paths, videos, and interactive resources designed to help you work smarter with AI-powered tools.
Learn at your own pace, exploring topics on:
- How to use Copilot in everyday workflows
- Best practices for prompting and productivity
- Real-world scenarios and demos
- Tips for staying secure and responsible with AI
Copilot Academy