What Is Claude?
Claude is an AI platform, developed by Anthropic that offers a chat tool that can summarize information, assist with writing, and answers questions; an agent tool that can automate routine tasks and support collaborative work environments; and a coding tool that can build applications and sophisticated workflows:
- Claude Chat: This core AI functionality enables interactive, natural language conversations via a chat interface. Users can ask questions, request that information be summarized, generate creative content, and query information, making it a helpful tool for everyday tasks.
- Claude Cowork: Designed for collaborative environments, Cowork integrates Claude into platforms like Teams and Google Drive, helping enable groups to brainstorm ideas, organize projects, automate routine tasks, and manage workflows more efficiently.
- Claude Code: Tailored for technical users and developers, Claude Code provides advanced support for programming. It assists with code generation, data analysis, bug fixing, documentation, and learning new coding concepts, streamlining software development with AI capabilities.
Please see information below about how to activate a Claude Enterprise account and about training and resources. Access is now available to all faculty, other academic appointees, postdocs, and staff. Students will receive access in September, before the start of Autumn Quarter. Please visit UChicago’s Claude website or email claude-feedback@uchicago.edu with any questions.
How to Activate Your Claude Enterprise Account
- Go to the UChicago SailPoint Portal.
- Log in with your CNetID and password.
- Follow these step-by-step instructions to claim your Claude Enterprise account.
- After submitting your request, please wait an hour for the provisioning process to complete. Then log in with your CNetID and password at the UChicago Claude website.
Access Information and Key Reminders
- The University offers two versions of Claude:
- Claude Enterprise, the full version of the Claude platform, is not approved for use with protected health information (PHI) or research health information (RHI). PHI and RHI should never be used within the enterprise platform under any circumstance.
- HIPAA Claude, a more limited version of the product that has additional safeguards for sensitive health data, is available for those who work with PHI or RHI. You should request access to HIPAA Claude if you plan to use the platform to work with PHI or RHI.
- The University-operated Claude environment is not available to UCM employees who are not part of BSD; the health system is assessing the potential for a separate agreement with Anthropic that aligns with healthcare and regulatory requirements.
- Claude Chat, Cowork, and Code are provided at no cost to you or your unit, with a generous usage limit. Upgraded premium access is available at a reduced cost.
- The University has enabled robust security and privacy measures, beyond what is available in personal Claude licenses, to protect your data.
Training, AI Resources, and Office Hours
- Join one of the upcoming “Introduction to Claude Enterprise at UChicago” webinars for all UChicago academics and staff: See a list of training sessions and resources on the UChicago Claude website.
- Anyone new to Claude may find the asynchronous Anthropic trainings particularly helpful. Additional trainings will be posted on an ongoing basis.
- IT support teams will offer weekly office hours to answer your specific technical questions about accessing Claude Enterprise and using the Claude tools. For additional support, please email claude-feedback@uchicago.edu.
Additional Resources
- Sign up to stay informed: If you want to learn more about Claude and other AI initiatives at UChicago, please sign up to be notified about updates.
- Frequently asked questions: Review the Claude FAQs for more information about Claude Enterprise at UChicago.