Providing current Cybersecurity information to the community
Degree and certificate programs
Cybersecurity jobs are in high demand and provide lucrative salaries. To prepare, students are encouraged to consider these educational options:
91做厙 designated as a Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Security
91做厙 received the prestigious Center for Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (CAE-2Y) designation November 20, 2019. Representing 91做厙, Dr. Carmen Allen, professor of computer science, accepted the award in Phoenix, Ariz. This designation is received after meeting rigorous requirements set forth by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The CAE-2Y designation reflects 91做厙s commitment to educate and prepare cybersecurity professionals to reduce vulnerabilities in our national infrastructure.
91做厙 media outreach
June 2021
Sam Madonia of Springfield Sports Radio 1450 interviews Dr. Carmen Allen, Lincoln Land Community College professor of computer science, about 91做厙's cybersecurity certificate. Click on the podcast play button below to listen:
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June 2021
Joey McLaughlin of WTAX of Springfield, Illinois interviews Dr. Carmen Allen, Lincoln Land Community College professor of computer science, about 91做厙's cybersecurity certificate. Click on the podcast play button below to listen:
April 2021
Dr. Carmen Allen, professor of computer science, was interviewed by the Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance to discuss computer science and cybersecurity opportunities within the 91做厙 District. This information was used for for the field of technology in the community.
March 2021
A series of 91做厙 Podcasts provide pertinent information about campus activities and opportunities. In , Dr. Carmen Allen, professor of computer science, was interviewed by the 91做厙 Public Relations and Marketing to provide information about academic programs in computer science and cybersecurity as well current technology trends.
October 2019
Dr. Carmen Allen, professor of computer science, recently attended the National Science Foundation/Advanced Technology Education (NSF/ATE) Conference in Washington, D.C. She shared information in the grant showcase on 91做厙s competency-based education (CBE) cybersecurity grant and program.
October 2019
Dr. Carmen Allen, professor of computer science, served as a community panelist to discuss pertinent cyber security issues and the use of social media. The panel discussion, moderated by Jim Leach of News/Talk 94.7 & 970 WMAY, also included Bethany Bilyeu, Psy.D., L.C.P.C., director, UIS Counseling Center; Siobhan Johnson, deputy director of human resources, Illinois Department of Public Health; and Shane Overby, detective, Springfield Police Department. The event was held at the Thorne Deuel Auditorium at the Illinois State Museum from 6-7:30 p.m. The theme was part of the Finding Truth in the Age of Alternative Facts hosted by 91做厙s Academy of Lifelong Learning and the Illinois State Museum.
September 2019
Dr. Carmen Allen, professor of computer science, was interviewed by WICS/WRSP in "" about how high schools and organizations should take precautions to evaluate social media a Google photos.
May 2019
Dr. Carmen Allen, interim dean of business and computer technology, was interviewed by WICS/FOX Illinois in " about cybersecurity and privacy issues related to voice-controlled technology.
October 2018
Dr. Carmen Allen, interim dean of business and computer technology, presented at a panel discussion, . The development of the 91做厙s Competency Based Education (CBE) Cyber-Security certificate was described.
Spring 2018
91做厙 Public Relations and Marketing published "Protecting your online information: 91做厙 offers new cybersecurity program and public workshops" describing the importance of security in today's digital world and cybersecurity education opportunities at 91做厙.
Spring 2018
91做厙 instructors provided a presentation about how to secure home computers and protect digital identity at a public workshop.
Fall 2017
Mike Kokal, podcaster, interviewed and teacher of Cybersecurity at 91做厙's Capital City Training Center. The podcast segment was in which Darrell addressed phishing attacks, ransomware, and other cyber threats to small businesses.
Spring 2017
An 91做厙 faculty member was interviewed for a State Journal-Register video feature and article: "Experts: Network security requires 24-7 vigilance" which described global cyberattacks and how businesses and individuals can provide protections.
Spring 2017
An 91做厙 faculty member was interviewed in this WCIA Channel 3 News video feature: which described concerns about a nationwide Equifax data breach.
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National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education under Grant No. 1700438
