Abstract

This study investigates the influence of institutional support and peer dynamics in adopting ChatGPT in Indonesian higher education. Narrative reflections from 44 lecturers across 15 provinces, analyzed through thematic analysis, reveal that strong institutional support enhances creative and effective use of ChatGPT, while inadequate resources hinder its adoption. Peer collaboration fosters positive attitudes and integration, whereas its absence leads to skepticism. The findings highlight the critical need for robust institutional policies and supportive academic communities to maximize the educational potential of generative AI tools such as ChatGPT.