Cybersecurity Center

Cybersecurity Awareness Month Lecture Series

People around the globe promote cybersecurity education and highlight the importance of protecting personal and organizational assets during October, which is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. In the spirit of promoting cybersecurity awareness, Western Illinois University's Cybersecurity Center is offering five presentations in a lecture series for students, faculty, and the local community to help them understand the importance and collective responsibility of securing data to protect assets.

Please join us via the Zoom invitation link on the dates and times listed below to learn about the basics of cybersecurity, identifying scam emails and cybercrimes, mobile security and privacy, and career paths in the cybersecurity field.

Lecture Series Schedule

Cybersecurity 101

In this session, we will cover the basics of cybersecurity and what everyone should do to safeguard their personal devices and data. We will also emphasize the importance of collective responsibility in securing data at home and in the workplace. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the presentation. This session is open to students, faculty, and the local community.

  • Presentation Time: 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
  • Presentation Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2024
  • Zoom Meeting Invitation Link: https://wiu.zoom.us/j/97197645076
  • Presenter: Dr. Tahir M. Khan, Associate Professor and Interim Director of WIU Cybersecurity Center
Identifying Scam Emails and Websites

This presentation will focus on recognizing phishing emails and fraudulent websites. We will also discuss how technology can help in identifying scams. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the presentation. This session is open to students, faculty, and the local community.

  • Presentation Time: 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
  • Presentation Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2024
  • Zoom Meeting Invitation Link: https://wiu.zoom.us/j/92385040973
  • Presenter: Dr. Tahir M. Khan, Associate Professor and Interim Director of WIU Cybersecurity Center
Common Scams and Crimes

In this presentation, we will explore the most common scams and crimes, as well as techniques to mitigate them. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the presentation. This session is open to students, faculty, and the local community.

  • Presentation Time: 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
  • Presentation Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024
  • Zoom Meeting Invitation Link: https://wiu.zoom.us/j/96792925067
  • Presenter: Dr. Tahir M. Khan, Associate Professor and Interim Director of WIU Cybersecurity Center
Mobile Security and Privacy

This presentation will cover how to adjust privacy settings to protect your mobile devices from scammers and hackers. We will discuss key security features and best practices. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the presentation. This session is open to students, faculty, and the local community.

  • Presentation Time: 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
  • Presentation Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
  • Zoom Meeting Invitation Link: https://wiu.zoom.us/j/98954245404
  • Presenter: Dr. Tahir M. Khan, Associate Professor and Interim Director of WIU Cybersecurity Center
Cybersecurity Education and Career Paths

This presentation will highlight the significance of cybersecurity, various career paths, and the current shortage of skilled professionals in the field. We will also share resources for starting a career in cybersecurity. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the presentation. This session is open to students, faculty, and the local community.

  • Presentation Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  • Presentation Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2024
  • Zoom Meeting Invitation Link: https://wiu.zoom.us/j/95669121863
  • Presenter: Dr. Tahir M. Khan, Associate Professor and Interim Director of WIU Cybersecurity Center