January 2023

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Contact us at computationalthinking@duke.edu. 

The Computational Media, Arts, and Cultures (CMAC) Ph.D. program invites you to its collective exhibition from January 12 through 20 at the Rubenstein Arts Center.

The exhibit features four of the program's artist-researchers and doctoral students. A closing reception will be held January 19 from 5:00 - 8:00 pm.

Come learn about Duke's summer +Programs on Thursday, January 19 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Gross Hall Energy Hub.

Representatives from Data+, Code+, CS+, Climate+ and Applied Ethics+ will be on hand to answer questions about the programs and discuss the projects that will run this summer. These co-curricular programs provide students with hands-on experience in data science, software development, computer science research, and much more.

Do you want to learn more about ethical hacking and cybersecurity, but don’t know where to start? Look no further than this brand new workshop, designed to maximize fun, learning, and overall life satisfaction. No prior knowledge is assumed and everyone is welcome!

OIT staff Anni Yan and Alexis Sparko will explore a special web application known as The Juice Shop. It looks and behaves like a real online store where you can buy juice. However, the application contains a vast number of vulnerabilities that are our job to exploit.

We will alternate between guiding participants through a challenge to giving participants time to tackle a challenge on their own. 

Join us Wednesday, January 25 at 3pm at the TEC. Registration required. 

Now more than ever, we know the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Thankfully, individuals like you have stepped up to help make a difference. While your efforts are valued and are critical to achieving a better world, will the world be better if you aren’t?

This session will explore the difficulties of being a passionate social justice advocate while maintaining well-being. You will gain insight regarding how and why we should avoid martyrdom and live a lifestyle of embodied self-care.

Registration required.

Do you have a business idea in cybersecurity, data protection, privacy, or cyber safety? Selected applicants will pitch to investment experts. $25,000 top prize and other prizes for finalists!

Competition will take place at Duke on February 11 and Georgia Tech (February 18) with a final round in Washington, D.C. (March 10).

Application required; closes January 25.