Catch up: latest discussions on our collaboration with Microsoft 365 Copilot
12 Feb 2026
The recent townhall gave colleagues an opportunity to discuss the roll out of Microsoft 365 Copilot access and training to 65,000 colleagues and students
At this session, President and Vice-Chancellor Duncan Ivison was joined by:
- Professor Caroline Jay, Professor of Computer Science, Head of Research in School of Engineering, Research Director in Software Sustainability Institute, Research AiSG chair
- Dr Cesare Giulio Ardito, Lecturer in Mathematics
- Dr Mark Carrigan, Senior Lecturer in Education
The panel discussed the benefits, responsibilities and considerations of being the first university in the world to provide equitable access and training to Microsoft 365 Copilot to its entire community of colleagues and students.
Catch up now
Many questions were submitted through Mentimeter before and during the event, and the panel addressed several of them on the day. However, time did not allow us to respond to all your questions. These have been captured by the project team and will inform ongoing communications as plans are prepared to roll out Microsoft 365 Copilot access and training to our University community.
Visit our SharePoint site for further guidance and resources including frequently asked questions:
Further information
Save the date: Our next townhall will take place on Wednesday 11 March, 11am – 12pm. Further details to follow. Your Voice Matters – be part of the conversation.