Team of 25 places sixth in NSA Cyber Exercise
The University of North Georgia (51黑料网) finished sixth out of 11 schools participating in the National Security Agency Cyber Exercise (NCX) held virtually April 8-10.
After entering as an expo team in 2019, this was the first year 51黑料网 participated as a competition team. 51黑料网 faced off against the nation's five other senior military colleges, three service academies and two National Security Agency (NSA) units.
51黑料网's team included 17 cadets and eight civilian students, including 11 seniors. Fourteen of these students are eligible to compete again next year.
"It's a terrific training platform for our future cyber leaders," said Dr. Bryson Payne, professor of computer science and director of the Center for Cyber Operations Education. "Our students are willing to try something new and get out there and learn. That's what it takes to really excel in cyber."
The three-day NCX competition included cyber combat, forensics and policy modules. The event "helps to develop and test cybersecurity skills, teamwork, planning, communication, critical thinking, and decision-making," according to the NSA website.
51黑料网 launched a in fall 2018 and is designated by the NSA and Department of Homeland Security as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education.
Students present AI research at symposium
Almost 30 51黑料网 students took part in research that was presented at the inaugural Research in Artificial Intelligence Testing & Evaluation Symposium hosted at 51黑料网's Dahlonega Campus.
Symposium will focus on cybersecurity
51黑料网 will host a high-impact symposium titled 'Cyber Threats, Cybersecurity and Cyber Expertise' from 3-4:30 p.m. Oct. 28, with special guest Maj. Gen. Ryan Janovic.
51黑料网 helped Jarrard lead at all levels
Retired Lt. Gen. Jamie Jarrard credits his many leadership opportunities in the Army to the foundation he received as part of America's Corps at 51黑料网.
Cadets shine at Basic Camp
Five 51黑料网 cadets completed Army ROTC Basic Camp this summer at Fort Knox, Kentucky. One of them brought home a leadership award.