AI Solutions supports tools like Shasta, UH’s AI-powered chatbot and Microsoft Copilot to enhance efficiency within Microsoft 365. We provide training, deployment support, and optimization best practices to help departments maximize these technologies.

Shasta Chatbot

Shasta, the University of Houston’s AI-powered chatbot, provides 24/7, automated support to students, faculty, staff, and visitors at no cost to UH departments. Powered by IvyQuantum, Shasta delivers personalized assistance, answers frequently asked questions, and streamlines administrative workflows by handling routine inquiries. Already deployed in key student service offices, Shasta is expanding across campus to enhance efficiency, improve user experience, and support data-driven decision-making.

To learn how Shasta become another support channel for your department, contact aisolutions@uh.edu.

Microsoft Copilot

Microsoft Copilot enhances productivity and efficiency by integrating AI-powered assistance into Microsoft 365 applications. Copilot streamlines workflows, automates repetitive tasks, and provides intelligent insights to support faculty, staff, and students. As UH expands Copilot’s implementation, AI Solutions offers training, best practices, and deployment support to maximize its impact.

For inquiries on enabling Copilot for your department, contact aisolutions@uh.edu.

Consulting

AI Solutions provides consulting services to help UH departments, faculty, and staff evaluate, plan, and implement AI technologies in ways that align with institutional goals, operational needs, and responsible AI practices. Our team offers guidance on AI strategy, software evaluation, workflow integration, training, governance considerations, and organizational readiness to help units explore practical and effective uses of AI across teaching, research, student support, and administrative operations.

To request consulting services for your department, contact aisolutions@uh.edu.