There are several upcoming events in the Omaha, NE area which are free for students.

• Sept 30 – Oct 1: Heartland Developers Conference https://hdc.aiminstitute.org/
• October 2: Annual CYBR Security Awareness Lunch ‘n Learn: AI Scams and Deepfakes: Spotting What’s Real Online https://bellevue.zoom.us/meeting/register/ZixuF-giStyxCbpH5K5kLA#/registration
• October 15: NECert @ BU 6-7:30pm https://www.nebraskacert.org/cfp/
• October 23: ISACA Student Networking Event Bellevue University https://engage.isaca.org/omahachapter/events/studentnetworkingevent
• November 7: ISACA Student Summit 11am-2pm CST https://www.isaca.org/training-and-events/conferences/student-summit

There is a unique opportunity that IUP is offering this summer for Computer Science/Cybersecurity students from across the nation interested in learning the Chinese language and exploring the ample opportunities such skill can give them upon graduation. They are offering a paid summer program that will teach Chinese to its participants. Program highlights are given below. If you are interested, I encourage you to complete and submit an application NLT November 17, 2023very.

Please email chinese-immersion-program@iup.edu if you have any questions. Regards. 

1. A stipend of $6,000 for program and follow-up activity completion.
2. The program is entirely free for participants, including lodging, travel, and meals.
3. Application deadline is November 17, 2023.
4. The 10-week summer program includes online and face-to-face instructions.
5. Participants must be US citizens or permanent residents.
6. Fun and exciting cultural activities and experiences.
7. The program targets current sophomore and junior students but interested freshmen are also encouraged to apply.
8. Attendance of a conference in Maryland in which all participants will be introduced to various cybersecurity careers requiring proficiency in language and have the opportunity to meet with representatives from the DoD and other federal partner organizations.
9. Complete information about the program including online application, flyer, brochure, etc. can be found on its website at https://www.iup.edu/cybersecurity/grants/dod-lang-immersion-project/index.html.

How to Apply

To apply for this program, complete the online application. Requirements for admission include the following:

• Application deadline is November 17, 2023.
• Must be enrolled in a cybersecurity program at an accredited US-based institution of higher education, with sophomore or junior standing during AY 2023–24. Seriously interested freshmen might also apply. 
• Preference will be given to applicants with prior knowledge of the Chinese language. 
• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident.
• Must commit to completion of both components of the program: the summer camp and the online follow-up activities. 

Contact

Please contact the program director, Waleed Farag, at farag@iup.edu with any questions.