Cybersecurity Awareness Workshop (Grades 6-8)
Date: Oct 25, 2014
Location: University of Maryland, College Park - Computer Science Instructional Center
The Saturday Cybersecurity Awareness Workshop for Grades 6-8 provides an interactive learning and mentoring experience for girls in grades 6-8 who are interested in technology, computers, and cybersecurity! Undergraduate students will lead activities in various computer and technology related topics. This event will provide girls the opportunity to learn everything they need to know to safely use the internet and technology with confidence! We will accept up to 70 girls for this event.
Program
In the Cybersecurity and Cybersafety program, undergraduate students will lead you through interactive presentations and exciting workshops. You will engage in fun, hands-on activities that will allow you to become a smarter computer user!
- Welcome and Icebreaker Activities
- Groups rotate through hands-on activities in various topics
- Lunch
- Closing Ceremony
Includes an interactive review of the day's activities and recognition for participation (Parents are strongly urged to attend this session).
Program Location
Computer Science Instructional Center
University of Maryland, College Park
Directions and Parking Information will be provided to accepted applicants closer to the date.
Apply
Application Deadline: Open until all spaces are filled
Registration for this program is on a first come, first serve basis. Space in the program is limited. Please submit your online application as soon as possible to secure a spot in the program. There is no application fee; once accepted to the program, you will pay the $30 program fee.
You will be notified via email of your daughter’s admission to the program. You will first need to reply to that email confirming that your daughter will attend. This email will have an attached Permission Slip that then must be completed and returned (via mail or email) prior to the event. There will also be information about mailing in your payment (checks only). Payment must be received prior to the event.
Past Events
Program Cost
Program cost is $30, which includes lunch and a t-shirt. Payment will be required once the applicant is accepted to the program.
If you have any questions or want to be put on the mailing list for future events, please contact:
Ashlyn Vander Woude
Graduate Assistant for Education
Maryland Cybersecurity Center
avwoude@umiacs.umd.edu
(301)-405-6735
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The Saturday Cybersecurity Awareness Workshop for Grades 6-8 provides an interactive learning and mentoring experience for girls in grades 6-8 who are interested in technology, computers, and cybersecurity! Undergraduate students will lead activities in various computer and technology related topics. This event will provide girls the opportunity to learn everything they need to know to safely use the internet and technology with confidence! We will accept up to 70 girls for this event.
Program
In the Cybersecurity and Cybersafety program, undergraduate students will lead you through interactive presentations and exciting workshops. You will engage in fun, hands-on activities that will allow you to become a smarter computer user!
- Welcome and Icebreaker Activities
- Groups rotate through hands-on activities in various topics
- Lunch
- Closing Ceremony
Includes an interactive review of the day's activities and recognition for participation (Parents are strongly urged to attend this session).
Program Location
Computer Science Instructional Center
University of Maryland, College Park
Directions and Parking Information will be provided to accepted applicants closer to the date.
Apply
Application Deadline: Open until all spaces are filled
Registration for this program is on a first come, first serve basis. Space in the program is limited. Please submit your online application as soon as possible to secure a spot in the program. There is no application fee; once accepted to the program, you will pay the $30 program fee.
You will be notified via email of your daughter’s admission to the program. You will first need to reply to that email confirming that your daughter will attend. This email will have an attached Permission Slip that then must be completed and returned (via mail or email) prior to the event. There will also be information about mailing in your payment (checks only). Payment must be received prior to the event.
Past Events
Program Cost
Program cost is $30, which includes lunch and a t-shirt. Payment will be required once the applicant is accepted to the program.
If you have any questions or want to be put on the mailing list for future events, please contact:
Ashlyn Vander Woude
Graduate Assistant for Education
Maryland Cybersecurity Center
avwoude@umiacs.umd.edu
(301)-405-6735