Learn About Cybersecurity and Pick Up Swag in the Arkansas Union

In an effort to increase awareness of cybersecurity, IT Services staff will be posted across campus throughout the month of October to educate and inform the community of cybersecurity best practices. Stop by our table in the Arkansas Union on Wednesday, Oct. 4, and Tuesday, Oct. 17, to receive information, ask questions and get swag for learning to keep yourself, your information and your devices protected.  

As the world of technology evolves every day, it is crucial for everyone to be aware of the threats that are out there and how they can be prevented. Whether you use a work computer, social media accounts, bank accounts or your personal devices, cybersecurity is something that applies to everyone! The university wants to ensure people are knowledgeable about their online presence and keeping sensitive information safe.  

Can't make it to one of the pop-up tables? Join us for a virtual webinar! Several Zoom webinar sessions will be held over the next four weeks, featuring guest speakers discussing different aspects of cybersecurity. View a complete list of dates, speakers and topics for National Cybersecurity Awareness Month webinars.  

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month! The month of October is dedicated to providing resources and awareness to help people around the country stay safe online. Everyone can take simple steps to protect themselves when using technology and the internet such as identifying and reporting phishing emails, using MFA and keeping your software updated. For more tips and information on how you can stay cyber safe, visit the IT Services cybersecurity checklist or the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency.

Contacts

Ele Powell, assistant director of administrative communications
Division of Finance and Administration
479-718-1918, elep@uark.edu

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