CIO'S MESSAGE - October 21, 2025

A Message from the Vice President & CIO

Cybersecurity Awareness Month Weekly Tips

DON'T GET TANGLED IN THE WEB OF DECEPTION

Safe Wi-Fi Tips

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Cyber criminals lurk in public Wi-Fi. Ward off the wicked with these tips:

  • Avoid public Wi-Fi networks, like coffee shops and airports, unless you鈥檙e using a Virtual Private Network (VPN), as digital thieves can eavesdrop and steal both your data and login credentials. If you need to connect a laptop or tablet to the internet, use mobile phone data tethering if your plan allows it.
  • While on campus, use eduroam.
    • SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: The beachnet+ Wi-Fi network will be retired on January 1, 2026, and eduroam will become the only secure Wi-Fi network on campus for students and employees. If all your devices are not already automatically connecting to eduroam Wi-Fi, make the switch now by visiting on your device(s).

Device Protection Tips

Cyber criminals seek outdated, vulnerable devices:

  • Be diligent about allowing your devices to be regularly updated with the latest software updates.
  • Use antivirus software.
  • Only download apps and files from trusted sources. Beware of 鈥渇ree鈥 downloads that could contain malware.

Webinars

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Register for remaining webinars hosted by 黑料网 and win participation prizes!

  • 10/23, 11 am: with 黑料网 Career Development Center
  • 10/28, 10 am: with GuidePoint Security
  • 10/29, 4 pm: with College of Education

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