Déjà vu? This month we have equal parts reminders for events still coming up in April and May and new announcements for future opportunities to share.
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High School Students are Invited to Explore Cybersecurity with UO's NICE Project
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The University of Oregon’s Nurturing Inclusive Cybersecurity Education (NICE) Project offers several free opportunities for Oregon high schools to introduce students to the rapidly growing field of cybersecurity.
Through the NICE Project, UO partners with schools to provide engaging, hands-on experiences that help students learn about cybersecurity concepts, career pathways, and college opportunities in this exciting field.
Opportunities for teachers, students, and schools include:
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In-School Field Trips - Engaging, interactive classroom presentations
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Customized UO Campus Tours - To help foster belonging and connection to higher education
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Train the Trainer - Learn to teach the RING curriculum course with confidence with this in-person workshop is scheduled June 22-26, 2026. Teachers receive a stipend, meals and, if eligible, lodging.
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The OCCoE team at the University of Oregon is working hard to give as many teachers and students as possible a chance to take advantage of these opportunities before the funding window comes to a close this June. Please share this info with any high school connections you may have!
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Registration is Open for This Summer's Cyber Camps for High Schoolers
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A generous donation from the Xie Foundation enables OCCoE to offer three tuition-free cybersecurity camps to Oregon youth again this summer. NW Cyber Camp is accepting applications from current 8th - 11th graders for free, weeklong programs at three host sites:
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- University of Oregon, July 20-24, 2026
- Clackamas Community College, August 3-6, 2026
- Portland Community College, August 3-7, 2026
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The Oregon State University STEM Academy is offering middle and high school cybersecurity camps in Corvallis this July. Find the dates, costs, scholarship application, and registration form at stemacademy.oregonstate.edu.
Additional sponsorships can help deliver the program to other parts of the state. Look out for our announcements for PSU's Day of Giving April 15th as one way to support, or email occoe@pdx.edu if your company is interested in sponsoring a camp this year!
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Reminder | Certificate in Building Tribal Cyber Resilience Program Starts 4/10
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Reminder | Industry Partners + College Students Networking Night at UO 4/14
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Reminder | MS in Cybersecurity at UO Deadline Changed to 5/1
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Second "Introduction to Cybersecurity Mini-Course" for Tribal Members and Employees Starting 5/2
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OCCoE is offering another online Introduction to Cybersecurity Mini-Course for all tribal members or employees of tribes in Oregon, with or without backgrounds in cybersecurity! Please see blurb below and share with anyone who might be interested:
Prepare to protect your digital life by attending our upcoming Introduction to Cybersecurity Mini-Course. This free, four-week online course offers personal instruction to cover the essential fundamentals of digital defense and safety. Attendees will receive a certificate for course completion and may be eligible for a stipend for completing the program.
Course dates: 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26 from 12p-1:30p
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Cybersecurity for the Public Good: The Role of University Cyber Clinics |
This will be the final seminar for this academic year. Look out for our new series announcements starting in October with a new line up of presenters from universities in Oregon and beyond.
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If you'd like to attend an OCCoE seminar, please email us at occoe@pdx.edu to receive the link!
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April 3, 2026: Research Seminar Series (Virtual)
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April 14, 2026: Your Future in Tech + Connect - Networking Night (Eugene)
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All college students are invited to join this special industry-connection night dedicated to helping them get career ready for their future in Tech. Industry Partners can request more info here.
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April 15, 2026: Spring Cybersecurity Summit and Tabletop Exercise (Corvallis)
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Join us for an immersive, collaborative experience navigating a fast-moving scenario, uncovering hidden clues, making critical decisions, and defending your organization against a brand-new cyber threat.
- May 13, 2026: Oregon Fire Chiefs Association Annual Conference (Sunriver)
- OCCoE will host a table at the conference to share program information and resources and foster new connections with Oregon's public safety leaders.
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May 27, 2026: Oregon Digital Governments Summit (Salem)
- This summit brings together public-sector leaders to explore modern solutions, share real-world strategies, and move digital initiatives forward.
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March 3, 2026: OSU's Faculty Lecture Series (Virtual)
- OCCoE Associate Director Dr. Rakesh Bobba presented virtually on "In Pursuit of Lean OS Kernels: Reducing Attack Surface Through Debloating."
- March 4, 2026: Northwest Leadership Seminar: Ask an Expert Reception (Portland)
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OCCoE hosted a table at the reception to share program information and resources with Oregon's public safety leaders.
- March 6, 2026: Research Seminar Series (Virtual)
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March 13, 2026: Oregon Cybersecurity Advisory Council Quarterly Meeting (Salem)
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The Oregon Cybersecurity Advisory Council (OCAC, OCCoE Advisory Council) met to discuss updates on current Center initiatives and plans for expansion throughout the State to meet HB 2049 mandate.
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March 17, 2026: NW Youth Careers Expo (Portland)
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OCCoE's K12 team challenged students to use a Caesar Cipher Wheel to decrypt coded messages at their booth which promoted cybersecurity career opportunities and NW Cyber Camp’s summer programs.
- March 17, 2026: InfraGard Meeting (Virtual)
- OCCoE Director presented on "Gray Areas of Cyber Attack: Foreign State Actors" regarding protection of U.S. Critical Infrastructure to partners with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and members of the private sector.
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