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Metro State University Hosts Department of Defense Microelectronics Leader Dr. Peggy Williams

Dr. Williams is project lead for the nation’s premier defense microelectronics workforce development initiative.

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Metro State University Hosts International Delegation to Advance Cybersecurity and AI Collaboration

Visit was coordinated by Global Minnesota and focused on exploring collaborative strategies to strengthen digital security and workforce development

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Metro State Hosts Inaugural North Star IC CAE Annual Colloquium on Building the Intelligence Workforce of Tomorrow

Event brought together students, faculty, government officials, military leaders, and industry professionals for a day of dialogue, collaboration, and forward-looking strategy

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Metro State University Co-Hosts Second Annual Military Cyber Symposium with Minnesota National Guard

The symposium convened leaders from the Guard, federal and state agencies, local government, law enforcement, international partners, and industry to address critical issues.

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Metro State University Highlights Minnesota’s Leadership at National Security Innovation Retreat

Metro State University played a prominent role in the Creative Defense Foundation (CDF) Fall Retreat, a two-day national conference convening leaders from many organizations.

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Metro State hosts Cyber Subject Matter Expertise Exchange with Minnesota National Guard and Norwegian partners

exchange brought together participants from the Minnesota National Guard and cyber experts from Norway to share knowledge, explore strategies, and strengthen collaboration

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Metro State hosts U.S. Air Force Digital Transformation Office to advance cybersecurity and innovation

Orgs shared progress on ongoing cybersecurity initiatives, highlighting the university’s role in preparing the next generation of talent and strengthening partnerships.

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Cyber Clinic Presents Cyber Awareness Training at Griswold Home Care

Metro State Cyber Clinic was invited by Griswold Home Care to lead an information session focused on safeguarding personal information in today’s digital world.

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Metro State University Hosts AI for Cybersecurity Faculty Workshop

The event explored how artificial intelligence can transform cybersecurity education and practice.

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Metro State Hosts Interdisciplinary AI Workshop for Educators

Metro State University, in partnership with Moraine Valley Community College, hosted a two-day professional development workshop August 11 and 12

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Dr. Faisal Kaleem provides expert insight on Saint Paul cybersecurity breach

Metro State University’s Dr. Faisal Kaleem, professor of cybersecurity, in demand with local media outlets following the recent Saint Paul cybersecurity breach

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Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Transfer Honor Roll 2025—We made the list!

Metro State named to Phi Theta Kappa's Transfer Honor Roll for second consecutive year

Metro State among 251 institutions recognized for their dynamic pathways created to support transfer students

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Student Spotlight: College of Sciences student featured in SOAR-REEU newsletter

Metro State student Hans Arvidson-Hicks reflects on his experience as part of the 2025 SOAR-REEU cohort

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Metro State graduate Kevin Day poses with his Best Paper Award at the IEEE International Conference on Cyber-Physical and Networked Control Systems (CCNCPS 2025), held in Dubai, UAE

Metro State graduate wins Best Paper Award at International Cybersecurity Conference

The winning paper originated from his capstone project and marks a significant advancement in mobile threat detection.

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Metro State highlights MN Cybersecurity leadership on Capitol Hill

Metro State delegation met federal lawmakers and Department of Defense (DoD) officials to spotlight Minnesota’s growing role in cyber defense and workforce development.

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Alumni Spotlight Community builders: Alumni leading the charge in nonprofit organizations

Four alumni share stories about making a difference in their communities

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Metro State showcases Cyber capabilities to Board of Trustees and campus community

Event highlight was the unveiling of the university’s new educational Security Operations Center (eSOC)—designed to prepare students for real-world cybersecurity challenges

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Metro State Hosts Global Cybersecurity Leaders through U.S. Department of State Exchange Program

The delegation included cyber experts from Australia, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Mongolia, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, South Korea, Taiwan, and Thailand

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Metro State Faculty present Cybersecurity Clinic model at Secure 360 Conference

Their presentation highlighted the innovative, hands-on learning model that is preparing students to tackle real-world cybersecurity challenges.

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Metro State Hosts Guest Speaker Session with CISA Cybersecurity Leaders

The Cybersecurity State Representatives for Minnesota provided an engaging and informative presentation about CISA’s mission, operations, and role in national cybersecurity.

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