AI Software

Adobe Firefly (campus-wide)

Adobe Firefly is an AI-powered generative tool integrated into the Adobe Creative Cloud suite and Adobe Creative Cloud express that allows users to create images and graphics from text prompts. By harnessing deep learning algorithms, Firefly enables creative professionals to explore unique design possibilities, generating visuals that align with specific concepts and themes. This innovation enhances the creative process and inspires users to experiment with their designs.

Canva (VPAT and C&P approved – available for individual license purchase)

Canva is a graphic design platform that integrates AI features to simplify the design process. Its AI tools, such as Magic Resize and Design Suggestions, help users create visually appealing graphics quickly. Users can utilize AI-driven templates, stock images, and design elements to enhance their projects, whether for social media, presentations, or marketing materials.

ChatGPT-4o (VPAT approved)

ChatGPT-4o is an advanced conversational AI model developed by OpenAI, designed for natural language understanding and generation. It excels in engaging users through coherent and context-aware dialogues, making it ideal for applications in customer service, tutoring, and content creation. With its ability to provide detailed explanations, generate creative text, and adapt to user preferences, ChatGPT-4o serves as a versatile tool for enhancing interactive experiences across various platforms.

Claude (VPAT approved; available for individual purchase)

Claude is an AI chatbot developed by Anthropic, focusing on safety and ethical AI usage. It supports users in various tasks, from brainstorming ideas to answering questions. Claude emphasizes maintaining a positive and informative interaction, adapting its responses based on user input. With robust language comprehension capabilities, Claude can assist in writing, summarizing texts, and providing contextual information, making it a valuable resource for educators and professionals alike.

ExLibris AI (Leganto purchased for the Library)

ExLibris AI is an advanced tool designed for academic institutions, enhancing library management and research capabilities. Its AI-driven analytics provide insights into user behavior and resource utilization, enabling libraries to optimize collections and services. Additionally, ExLibris AI supports automated metadata generation and resource recommendations, helping students and faculty find relevant academic materials efficiently.

Google Gemini (campus-wide; sign in using CSUF credentials)

Google Gemini is an AI-powered conversational tool designed to assist in generating text and answering questions across various topics. With its natural language processing capabilities, it can provide informative responses, summarize content, and support brainstorming sessions. This versatile tool facilitates exploration of ideas and enhances creative processes, making it a valuable resource for generating content and fostering collaborative discussions.

Grammarly (campus wide)

Grammarly is an AI-powered writing assistant that helps users improve their writing quality. It offers real-time grammar, punctuation, and style suggestions based on advanced machine learning algorithms. The tool also provides insights into tone and clarity, ensuring that users can communicate effectively and professionally in their written communications.

Gravyty (VPAT approved; available for individual purchase)

Gravyty is an AI fundraising platform designed for non-profit organizations. It uses machine learning algorithms to analyze donor data and predict giving behavior, enabling organizations to personalize outreach efforts. By providing insights into donor preferences and engagement strategies, Gravyty helps non-profits enhance their fundraising campaigns and strengthen relationships with supporters.

Gratavid (VPAT approved; available for individual purchase)

Gratavid is a video messaging platform that employs AI to enhance donor engagement. It allows organizations to create personalized video thank-you messages for donors, leveraging data-driven insights to tailor content. This AI component enables users to analyze engagement metrics, optimizing outreach efforts and fostering meaningful connections with supporters.

Kahoot (campus-wide; Canvas integration)

Kahoot is a game-based learning platform that incorporates AI to create interactive quizzes and surveys. It uses data analytics to track user engagement and performance, enabling educators to tailor their teaching strategies based on student feedback. The AI component enhances the gamification of learning, making it more enjoyable and effective for users of all ages.

LinkedIn training (campus-wide)

LinkedIn Learning offers training programs that incorporate AI-driven insights to enhance professional development. The platform utilizes machine learning algorithms to recommend courses and resources based on user profiles, career goals, and industry trends. This personalized approach ensures that learners can access relevant content that aligns with their professional aspirations, fostering continuous growth.

Mentimeter (campus wide; with integration into PowerPoint)

Mentimeter is an interactive presentation tool that leverages AI to facilitate audience engagement through real-time polls and quizzes. The platform analyzes responses and provides instant feedback, allowing presenters to adjust their content based on audience reactions. This interactivity enhances learning experiences and encourages active participation during presentations.

Microsoft 365 (campus wide)

Various Microsoft Office 365 applications integrate AI features, particularly through tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance user experience. For instance, Microsoft Word utilizes AI for automatic spell-checking, grammar corrections, and style suggestions. These AI-driven tools improve writing quality and efficiency, enabling users to produce polished documents with ease. PowerPoint offers design assistance by suggesting layouts and color schemes, generates content from simple prompts, and integrates images and media to enhance engagement. Additionally, AI can summarize large presentations, generate speaker notes, and ensure a consistent, professional look throughout.  Excel can automate complex calculations, generates insightful data visualizations, and provides predictive analytics to forecast trends. Additionally, AI can clean and organize data, create custom formulas, and offer real-time collaboration features. These capabilities streamline workflows, enhance productivity, and enable users to make data-driven decisions more efficiently. These features are integrated into the latest versions of Microsoft 365. Make sure you are using the latest updates with your CSUF credentials to have access to these features automatically.

MS Copilot (campus wide; login with CSUF credentials)

MS Copilot is an integrated AI assistant within Microsoft 365 applications. It enhances productivity by providing intelligent suggestions, automating repetitive tasks, and enabling natural language processing features. Users can draft emails, generate reports, and create presentations with contextual assistance, which streamlines workflows and enhances creativity. The AI leverages vast datasets to deliver personalized insights and recommendations tailored to users' needs.

NotebookLM (included with Google Suite; campus wide; login with CSUF credentials)

NotebookLM is an AI-powered note-taking application designed to enhance organization and productivity. It leverages machine learning algorithms to understand user input and categorize notes intelligently. With features like automatic summarization, keyword extraction, and topic identification, users can easily retrieve relevant information and streamline their research process.

Power BI (campus wide)

Power BI is a business analytics tool that leverages AI to transform raw data into actionable insights. Its AI features include natural language query capabilities, automated data preparation, and predictive analytics. Users can create interactive visualizations and reports, making data-driven decisions easier and more accessible for organizations across various sectors.

Whisper (open source via GitHub)

Whisper is an AI speech recognition system developed by OpenAI that can transcribe spoken language into text. It is designed to handle diverse accents and audio qualities, making it effective for various applications, including transcription services and voice command systems. Whisper's robust language model allows for real-time transcription and language translation, improving accessibility and facilitating communication in multilingual environments.

Zoom AI Companion (campus wide)

Zoom's AI Companion enhances virtual meetings by providing real-time transcription, translation, and summarization of discussions. This feature enables participants to focus on the conversation rather than note-taking, improving collaboration and communication. The AI Companion also offers insights and recommendations for follow-up actions, enhancing meeting productivity and effectiveness.