October is National Cyber Security Month. National Cyber Security Awareness Month is a nationwide campaign designed to increase understanding of Internet security and help the public avoid malicious threats on the Internet.
Information Systems wants you to be informed about the ways that you can protect yourself and your data. Throughout the month of October, IS will be hosting several events to discuss cyber security and offer assistance for setting up Google 2-Step Verification. Check your mailbox, bookmark is.wfu.edu and follow IS on Twitter @WFUIS for more information. Plan to attend one or more of these events and register to win several awesome prizes donated by Dell and Cisco, including a Chromebook and other fun technology.
Event Schedule (treats will be available):
Wednesday, October 4 – 10am
Reynolda Hall, Room 301
- Representatives will be discussing Workday security and assisting with setting up Google 2-Step Verification.
Monday, October 9 – 1pm
Outside Pugh Auditorium
- Representatives will available outside Pugh Auditorium prior to the Faculty meeting to assist with setting up Google 2-Step Verification.
Tuesday, October 17 – 2-4:30pm
Manchester Plaza
- IS will host a tent event to discuss how to protect your personal identity and will assist with setting up Google 2-Step Verification.
Wednesday, October 18 – 11am-3pm
Worrell Hall Courtyard – Rain Plan: Worrell Commons, indoors
- Representatives will be discussing how to secure your mobile devices and protect your personal data. They will also be assisting with setting up Google 2-Step Verification.
Wednesday, October 25 – 1pm
Benson, 3rd floor Rotunda
- Representatives will be discussing how to secure your mobile devices and assisting with setting up Google 2-Step Verification.
Monday, October 30
Check your mailbox!
Remember
Staying safe and secure online is our shared responsibility. Here is easy-to-follow, actionable advice for everyone.
STOP: make sure security measures are in place.
THINK: about the consequences of your actions and behaviors online.
CONNECT: and enjoy the Internet.
Please join IS in this October campaign to increase awareness around cyber security!