Friday, September 9, 2011

Center for Cybersecurity Education Offers Free Lecture

Here's an interesting offering from our Center for Cybersecurity Education. UD offers several degree options in cybersecurity, including MBA and MS degrees.  Contact an advisor to find out more.

The University of Dallas Center for Cybersecurity Education recently announced the latest event in the Ellis Technology Management Lecture Series, the Cyber Citizen Forum.

For this forum, the University of Dallas is partnering with the United States Department of Homeland Security and the Fort Worth Police Department to hold a two-hour seminar on current Cybersecurity issues, trends and the future of cybersecurity education and careers. The forum is open to the public and is free, but registration is required as space is limited. Two hours of CPE credit will be awarded to attendees by the University of Dallas.

Being safe online is more than just purchasing and installing security hardware, software and creating a secure password. It's about awareness and training for Americans so we can protect and defend our personal and business electronic footprint. Criminals both foreign and domestic are working every minute of every day to obtain your electronic information and use it for their own financial benefit. At this session, you will learn important lessons on how to protect your online information, and how to help friends and family become aware of the importance of protecting their own personally identifiable information (PII) when using the Internet.

Event:   Cyber Citizen Forum: A National Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign
Date:     Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Time:    6:30 - 8:30 P.M.
Place:   Fort Worth Police Training Facility
             1000 Calvert Street
             Fort Worth, TX 76107
Cost:    Free and Open to the Public, but seating is limited so please RSVP.
RSVP:  By September 21, 2011 to eangelico@udallas.edu

Friday, September 2, 2011

UD Alumni Profile: Meet Carla!

Carla Rosenberg is a successful businesswoman in the sports and entertainment industry.  As Senior Vice President for Professional Sports & Entertainment at Zelo Public Relations, she handles client acquisitions, branding strategies and media management for professional athletes.  Prior to that role, she worked in executive roles for the Texas Rangers, Dallas Stars and SCA Promotions.  But, before all that, she got her start at the University of Dallas MBA program.

What is your fondest memory of the University of Dallas?
My concentration was Sports & Entertainment, so the industry immersion trip to New York City where we got to visit Madison Square Garden, the U.S.T.A National Tennis Center & the NFL and NBA executive offices.  Those memories and experiences will last a lifetime!

How has the University of Dallas shaped the person you are today?
I am more prepared to deal with others on group projects and meetings. Also, I am more confident in my ability to handle presentations and spreadsheets.

What makes the University of Dallas special?
UD offers flexible scheduling of courses for students to maintain a work/life balance. There are also industry immersion programs that provide unique opportunities and exposure for students.

Who from the University of Dallas most impacted your life?  How?
Dr. Scott Wysong – he has always been so supportive and encouraged me to apply for the program. In addition, he was/is always responsive and helpful in finding a solution when I had a question about anything school related. He always and continues to provide opportunities to network with other students that have similar interests and career goals. He does a great job of keeping me plugged in.