What is this service?
Through Middlebury's existing Microsoft licensing agreement, Microsoft Copilot Chat is Microsoft’s AI chatbot/assistant available on the web at https://m365.cloud.microsoft/chat. Middlebury does not license advanced features such as integration with other Microsoft apps (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.).
Who is eligible for this service?
All Middlebury account holders with access to the Microsoft environment are eligible to use Copilot Chat. Copilot Chat is available by default, there is no special request or installation required.
To use Copilot Chat:
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Visit https://m365.cloud.microsoft/chat
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Click Sign in.
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Choose your Middlebury email account (ending in @middlebury.edu) if prompted.
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Begin chatting with Copilot Chat.
Tip: If you're already signed in to multiple Microsoft accounts in your browser, make sure you're using your Middlebury account. You can switch accounts by clicking your profile icon in the lower left corner of the page once you're on Copilot Chat.
How do I learn about this service?
Learn more about Microsoft Copilot Chat for Middlebury users. Discover learning resources for Microsoft Copilot Chat, how Middlebury's version differs from potential personal accounts, and the enterprise-grade data protections included.
How do I get help?
Technical and Staff support
The ITS Helpdesk can answer any questions you have about account access, Middlebury policies and data classification questions, security/privacy concerns, and is happy to speak to you about how your administrative department can best use AI tools. Use the "Request Support" button in on this page to ask for help.
Faculty support
DLINQ can help faculty think through developing course policies, designing AI-supported or AI-resistant assignments and activities, and exploring new tools and workflows. Reach out with any instructional questions.
Student support
DLINQ interns are ready to help students with Middlebury's supported AI tools. Stop by the Wilson Media Lab during drop-in hours or make an appointment.