This paper investigates the landscape of generative AI in higher education by examining the awareness, sentiments, and factors influencing university instructors towards LLMs. Highlights of the study include:

• Broad awareness and generally positive attitudes among educators towards LLMs
• No significant correlation between teaching style and attitude towards AI
• Differences in confidence and acceptance of AI tools among CS and non-CS educators

The research provides valuable insights on how generative AI tools are perceived in the academic community. It suggests that while there is a positive sentiment, there is a need for further professional development in understanding these technologies. This study underscores the importance of continued education on AI capabilities and ethical considerations.