Facilitated by Andriana Vanezi, Information Security Services (ISS)
Cyber threats do not stop at the edge of the University. They affect our accounts, devices, finances, identities, reputations, and relationships. Whether it is a phishing email, investment scam, account compromise, social media issue, AI-enabled fraud, or online harassment, cyber security increasingly touches every aspect of our personal and professional lives.
This interactive Cyber Awareness Month session will explore four practical themes that can help participants better protect themselves, their families, and their communities. Participants are encouraged to ask questions about their own experiences as well as concerns involving children, teenagers, spouses, parents, grandparents, friends, or other family members.
Format
This session will take place in person and via Microsoft Teams.
Rather than a traditional presentation, the session is designed as an open forum. Each theme will begin with a short discussion followed by questions and conversation. The goal is to create a comfortable space where participants can learn from one another, share experiences, and leave with practical steps they can immediately apply.
Objectives
- Provide practical guidance for protecting personal and University accounts, devices, and connections.
- Help participants make informed decisions about sharing information online, through social media, and with AI services.
- Build awareness of common cyber threats targeting individuals and families, including scams, fraud, impersonation, and AI-enabled attacks.
- Provide practical guidance on protecting children, teenagers, older adults, and other family members from online threats.
- Explain practical steps to prepare for, respond to, and recover from a cyber security incident.
- Create an opportunity for participants to discuss cyber security concerns and identify areas where additional guidance or future awareness sessions would be valuable.