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Metro State hosts “Defense Contracting 101,” connecting Minnesota innovators with federal opportunities

event designed to help Minnesota’s technology community better understand how to engage with the federal defense ecosystem.

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Metro State Cyber Clinic Engages High School Students at Central High School Opportunity Fair

Cyber Clinic participated in the Opportunity Fair at Central High School, strengthening its commitment to community engagement and early cybersecurity workforce development.

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Team Metro Places Third in 2026 Minnesota Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition

Third place finish qualifies Team Metro for the wildcard in the Midwest CCDC competition February 21.

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Metro State Cyber Clinic Welcomes Guest Speaker Angela Hary from MNIT Security Operations Center

Hary shared valuable insights from her career in cybersecurity, offering students a firsthand look into the skills, mindset, and dedication needed to succeed

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Metro Schools College Prep Students Visit Metro State to Explore Cybersecurity Pathways

Visit introduced students to hands-on cyber activities led by Metro State University Cyber Clinic, offering a real look into what it’s like to study and work in the field.

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Metro State Cyber Clinic Provides Cybersecurity Awareness Training at Sandhill Shores

The session covered practical strategies community members can use to protect their personal information and devices.

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Minneapolis CTE Center Students Visit Metro State Cyber Clinic

students met with Cyber Clinic student mentors, learned about basic cybersecurity concepts, and saw examples of tasks that cybersecurity professionals may perform

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Metro State University Leads Cyber Resilience Conversation at National Leadership Roundtable

Event brought together federal, state, and local leaders; innovators; educators; veterans; and small-business partners strengthening the digital resilience of Minnesota.

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Metro State University Marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month with “Think Safe! Be Safe!” Community Event

The event brought together students, alumni, faculty, and community partners to promote digital safety and empower Minnesotans with practical cybersecurity knowledge.

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Metro Cyber Clinic and CFSO Host Deputy CISO Jen VanDemmeltraadt for GRC Guest Lecture

VanDemmeltraadt shared valuable insights into how GRC frameworks shape effective cybersecurity programs and bridge the gap between policy and operational practice.

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Metro Cyber Clinic and CFSO hosts industry CISO for incident-response and OT security deep-dive

Talk blended the history of cyber defense, today’s threat landscape, and a look inside a couple of real-world incidents

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Metro State Cyber Clinic hosted Stay One Step Ahead: Spot, Block, and Defend Against Cyber Threats workshop

session focused on helping leaders recognize phishing and social-engineering attempts, implement safeguards, and prepare an incident-response checklist to speed recovery.

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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 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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