Staff

Ways GenAI can help you at work

As University of Waterloo staff, you can tap into generative AI (GenAI) tools to lighten routine administrative work, sharpen the quality of documents and communications, and spark fresh ideas.

  • Save time – automate first drafts of routine documents, leaving you free for higher-value work.

  • Improve quality – spot inconsistencies, fix grammar, and adjust tone in seconds.

  • Spark creativity – surface fresh ideas, perspectives, or alternative structures.

  • Democratize expertise – get quick explanations, translations, or code snippets without deep prior knowledge.

Always verify AI-generated content for accuracy. GenAI can sound confident even when wrong. Always review and revise content before using it in any official communication.

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Everyday writing

  • Draft meeting agendas, minutes, or email templates
  • Rewrite text for clarity or tone
  • Translate short messages or forms

Analysis & synthesis

  • Summarize lengthy PDFs or web pages
  • Extract key themes from survey responses
  • Compare regulations or guidelines and highlight gaps

Creative aid

  • Brainstorm event names, campaign slogans, or poster headlines
  • Generate image-prompt ideas for design teams
  • Outline step-by-step procedures or checklists

Resource and training

To support your responsible use of GenAI: