Framing Cybersecurity Concepts Through a Star Wars Lens

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A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away… the Empire was the victim of a data breach. Wait, what? Join members of the Identity, Privacy and Cybersecurity team to explore cybersecurity as seen through the lens of Star Wars. Insider threats, vulnerabilities, data exfiltration and more – these sometimes-nebulous cybersecurity concepts relate to […]

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November 6, 2025 from 11:00 am to 11:45 am

    Bits to Behaviors: Updates from Cybersecurity Training and Awareness

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    Description: Join us for an update on our Cybersecurity Training and Awareness initiatives. Discover the new topics we’re incorporating to keep our training relevant and comprehensive, and hear about upcoming changes to our training platform, designed to enhance user experience and engagement. We’ll also spotlight our collaborative efforts across the university and higher education. Presenters:  […]

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    November 13, 2024 from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm

      (CANCELLED) Strengthening Your Digital Defenses: A Practical Approach to Personal Cybersecurity

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      Unfortunately, this workshop was cancelled due to a scheduling conflict.Join the Cybersecurity Training and Awareness team to explore a straightforward approach to assessing and improving your personal cybersecurity. This interactive workshop will equip you tools to evaluate and enhance the safety of your digital life, from home networks and IoT devices to personal accounts and […]

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      November 12, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 1:45 pm

        Cindy McKendall

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        Senior Cybersecurity Training Specialist, Technology Services

        Partnering with a Vendor to Improve Accessibility

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        Higher-ed institutions rely on third-party software for all sorts of necessary functions, but the vendors developing that software don’t often prioritize accessibility. In my role as Senior Cybersecurity Training Specialist, I’ve worked with the University of Illinois’ cybersecurity training vendor, Proofpoint, to help them make their training modules and platform more accessible. In this session, […]