AI @ SHSU - Write Smarter with Copilot

Microsoft Copilot in Word can help you write, edit, summarize, and format documents directly within Word. It’s like having an intelligent writing partner that understands your goals and context.

Real-World Use Cases at SHSU

Faculty

  • Draft syllabi: “Create a syllabus outline for Intro to Psychology.”
  • Revise research sections: “Make this paragraph more concise and professional.”
  • Summarize journal articles: “Summarize this article in 5 key takeaways.”

Staff

  • Write reports: “Summarize these meeting notes into key action items.”
  • Improve tone: “Make this section sound more student-friendly.”
  • Create templates: “Generate a memo template for departmental updates.”

Students

  • Brainstorm essays: “Give me three possible thesis statements about social media and anxiety.”
  • Edit drafts: “Fix grammar and make this paragraph flow better.”
  • Format papers: “Apply APA 7th edition formatting to this document.”

How to Use It

  1. Open Word and sign in with your SHSU account.
  2. Select the Copilot icon in the ribbon.
  3. Type a prompt such as:
    1. “Draft a syllabus for Intro to Psychology.”
    2. “Summarize this article in 3 bullet points.”
    3. “Make this paragraph more concise.”
  4. Review and edit Copilot’s response to match your style and purpose.

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