Cybersecurity

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has received $1 million in funding from Google.org, the company’s philanthropy, to establish a statewide Cybersecurity Clinic Network, expanding hands-on learning opportunities for students while delivering critical cybersecurity support to organizations across Arkansas. The new initiative builds on the university’s leadership in the Cyber Learning Network, a collaborative … UA Little Rock Launches Statewide Cybersecurity Clinic Network with $1 Million Google.org Funding

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock, a Carnegie classified high research activity (R2) institution, announced it  has secured $12.75 million in federal funding to support veterans services, cutting-edge nanotechnology research, cybersecurity innovation, and advanced social network analysis during a press conference on Thursday.  “UA Little Rock is home to a diverse student body and … UA Little Rock Secures $12.75 Million in Federal Funding to Advance Veterans Services, Nanotechnology, Cybersecurity, and National Defense Research

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock today celebrated the dedication of its new Cyberspace Operations, Research, and Education (CORE) Center, a major step forward in strengthening cybersecurity education, applied research, and workforce development for the State of Arkansas. The CORE Center was established through a $1 million grant from Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin, … UA Little Rock Dedicates CORE Center to Expand Cybersecurity Education and Workforce Development Across Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees approved a new Master of Science in Cybersecurity at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock during its January meeting, expanding graduate-level offerings in a field critical to workforce development and regional economic growth. Housed in the Department of Computer Science within the Donaghey College of Science, … UA System Board Approves Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity at UA Little Rock

A University of Arkansas at Little Rock professor is pioneering research to improve accessibility in the field of cybersecurity.  After more than two decades of service in the U.S. Air Force as a cyber warfare operator, William Cox, assistant professor of cybersecurity and information technology, knows what it takes to defend critical systems from attack. … UA Little Rock Professor Works to Improve Accessibility in Cybersecurity

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock marked a major milestone this spring as it celebrated the graduation of its first cohort of students to earn a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity. The inaugural class of nine graduates includes Kenneth Barnett, Bryce Ebsen, Isaac Gonzalez, Courtney Ingram, Cameron Jackson, Cameron Johnson, David Leitnaker, Emily McClenahan, and … UA Little Rock Celebrates First Graduates of Cybersecurity Degree Program

A team of tech-savvy UA Little Rock students earned second place and a $750 prize during the ninth annual JOLT Competition that took place April 4-6. JOLT, which is hosted by the Venture Center, is a fast-paced, capture-the-flag-style cybersecurity competition. The team—composed of Nathan Thomason, Patrick Roberts, Grayson Jackson, and Hanna Vantseyeva—competed against other teams … UA Little Rock Students Take 2nd Place at JOLT Competition

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is continuing to gain a reputation as a leader in cybersecurity education by being highlighted on lists recognizing the most affordable and the best cybersecurity programs in the country.

After more than a decade in bookkeeping and years of stop-and-start college courses, Courtney Ingram took a leap of faith that has led her to become one of the first graduates of UA Little Rock’s cybersecurity program and to a promotion in a fast-growing tech field she never imagined herself in. When Ingram sat at … Courtney Ingram Transforms Career Through UA Little Rock’s Cybersecurity Program

An Arkansas high school teacher is embracing new opportunities in cybersecurity education after completing the National Cybersecurity Teaching Academy (NCTA) at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Arkansas educators like Brad Goodnight are already benefiting from NCTA program. A computer science teacher at Morrilton High School, Goodnight earned his licensure to teach computer science … Arkansas Teacher Thrives Through UA Little Rock’s National Cyber Teaching Academy