On September 21, 2025, the California State University (CSU) system announced widespread adoption of AI technologies in learning and teaching across 23 campuses, with tools such as ChatGPT available to students and faculty. The decision aims to ensure fair access to modern tools that improve lesson preparation, assignment grading, and personalized learning. For the uninitiated, this means a wider spread of smart aids in the classroom with clear usage policies. Future impact: Accelerating the transformation of higher education into AI-driven hybrid environments with responsible governance.