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Security Education

BU’s Cybersecurity and IT Programs Earn Top Spots in Cybersecurity Guide’s 2025 Rankings

Posted on by Douglas Rausch

Bellevue University has earned recognition in the Cybersecurity Guide’s 2025 rankings for its campus and online programs.

The Cybersecurity Guide’s annual rankings are based on data from the National Center for Education Statistics, including the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) and College Navigator.

Additional factors such as tuition costs, credit information, student-to-faculty ratios and admission and graduation rates were also considered.

To read the full story on the Bellevue University Newsroom, click here.

Online Safety Tips, Security Education

Cybersecurity Awareness Month Presentation

Posted on by Douglas Rausch

Our Cybersecurity Center for Education is hosting a lunch ‘n learn on October 24th at 12pm in celebration of cybersecurity awareness month. The session “Cyber Hygiene to Secure Our World” will be offered as a hybrid event on campus and online.

As our world becomes more digitally interconnected, protecting personal and professional information is increasingly critical. During this interactive session, participants will explore essential cyber hygiene practices designed to safeguard digital identities and secure online data. Topics include:

  • Monitoring techniques to track and protect your digital presence.
  • Practical tips and strategies for maintaining strong cybersecurity habits.
  • Live demonstrations of free tools and resources to help prevent identity theft.

Please use the link below for full details and to register. Please pass along to students, family, friends, etc. It is free, and anyone can attend, even if outside of the university.

https://news.bellevue.edu/bellevue-university-to-host-lunch-and-learn-on-cyber-hygiene-for-national-cybersecurity-awareness-month

Security Education

Bellevue University Participates in Center of Academic Excellence Designation Ceremony

Posted on by Douglas Rausch
Douglas Rausch, Director of the Bellevue University Center for Cybersecurity Education, receives Bellevue University’s formal re-Designation as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education at the Midwest Regional Hub meeting held in Chicago on August 19th. Presenting Bellevue’s Designation was Lynne Clark, the Chief of NSA’s Center for Education, Innovation and Outreach.
Conference, Security Education

Omaha ISACA Spring Seminar

Posted on by Douglas Rausch

On April 7th, the ISACA Omaha chapter is hosting its annual spring seminar. This will be held at Bellevue University in the MASB Symposium Room. See the above link for full details, this is a great opportunity to keep up to date on current topics as well as network with local cybersecurity professionals.

As a bonus to students, the chapter is offering 1 free entrance for a Bellevue University student to attend. Interested individuals should contact Ron Woerner, rwoerner@bellevue.edu