2026 Cybersecurity and Privacy Institute Graduate Student Conference

Graduate students presenting posters
CPI Graduate Student Conference March 30, 2026 | EC5, University of Waterloo

The University of Waterloo Cybersecurity and Privacy Institute (CPI) in partnership with Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs (GSPA) is proud to announce the second CPI Graduate Student Conference, a platform dedicated to showcasing innovative research and ideas from graduate students across the country conducting interdisciplinary research that intersect cybersecurity and privacy topics. This full-day conference aims to foster a vibrant academic environment where students can share their findings, gain valuable feedback, and network with peers, faculty, and industry professionals. 

When: Monday, March 30, 2026  |  Where: Enterprise Theatre, East Campus 5 (Room EC5-1111), 305 Phillip St., Waterloo, ON | Breakfast and registration: 8 a.m.

Event registration deadline: March 10, 2026

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Agenda at a glance

8 a.m.  Registration & breakfast      

9 a.m.  Welcome address

9:15 a.m.  Industry keynote: TBD

10 a.m.  Session 1

11 a.m.  Networking break     

11:15 a.m.  Session 2

12:00 p.m.  Poster session & lunch     

1:45 p.m.  Session 3

2:30 p.m.  Networking break

3:00 p.m.  Session 4   

3:45 p.m.  Awards ceremony

4:00 p.m.  Closing remarks