Eighteen Class of 2024 BS in Cybersecurity graduates have received a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense certificate, which acknowledges the academic achievements of the new graduates.
Class of 2024 BS in Cybersecurity graduates are Gina B. Adragna, Nicole Andress, Matthew C. Bailey, John B. Hoffman, Ryan S. Jaklic, Cole A. Kahrhoff, Zoe R. Knoper, Kyle A. Koenig, Caleb A. Leavesley, Devon J. Midkiff, Aston M. Purdom, Trevor W. Sepanik, JD D. Shafor, Artem Sharkota, Audrey J. Sondergeld, Sean P. Ulicny, Dawson L. Utley, and Joseph A. Vargo.
“Congratulations on completing your BS in Cybersecurity degree at Michigan Tech! Your unwavering commitment to academic excellence has always been an inspiration to us,” said Professor Yu Cai, Department of Applied Computing, in an email to the graduates.
Michigan Tech is designated by the National Security Agency (NSA) as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) through academic year 2028. Institutions that receive a CAE-CD designation have met rigorous requirements set forth by the NSA. The NSA awards CAE-CD designations to institutions that commit to producing cybersecurity professionals that will reduce vulnerabilities in our national infrastructure.