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[U]Tech wants you to know about the exciting new services, features and updates now available. This page will be continually updated, so check back often.

Google Cloud Micro-grants

Are you looking to take your research or class project to the next level?

Case Western Reserve University recently announced the launch of a new micro-grant program for Google Cloud Platform (GCP), which provides access to high-performance computing, data and AI tools without a need for personal servers.

Through this software, users also have the ability to:

  • Run complex simulations and data analysis at speed;
  • Securely store and manage massive datasets; and
  • Use cutting-edge tools to build and train models.

Learn more on UTech's website.

Artificial Intelligence

AI is a very dynamic and powerful tool. CWRU is constantly updating the platforms and agents available to our community. Our most recently updates are:

  • Microsoft Copilot has upgraded the models that power its AI chat service to use Open AI's GPT 5.1 and 5.2.
  • New agents added to CWRU AI
    • an AI agent using the latest model from Anthropic, Claude Sonnet 4.5, is now available
    • users can choose between GPT 5.2 model with and without Internet. Internet searches enhance the AI’s responses through the use of Microsoft Bing. Due to this, your data is sent to a third party in order to conduct the search.
  • New feature added to Google Gemini - users can now user Gemini to query their Gmail, Calendar, Drive and other apps to assist with getting the best possible answer.

Learn more about the AI offering at CWRU on our website.

Keeping University Devices Secure and Up to Date

To better protect university data and improve your experience, all university-owned devices are being brought under a standardized device management system. This update ensures that your device receives important security protections, automatic updates, and easier access to approved software — while keeping sign-in simple and familiar. The applied settings align with university policy on systems that handle public and internal use only data. The goal is to make your work smoother, safer, and more reliable, with minimal disruption to your day-to-day routine.

Learn more about managed university devices.

MyApps

MyApps, CWRU's virtual desktop environment, recently updated the platform that drives the service. While the MyApps interface will look very similar, the client on your computer and the storage location will change. This will not affect how you access MyApps via the web portal. It’s important to take steps now to ensure continued access. This transition is a significant step toward enhancing the performance and accessibility of university resources for everyone.