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German and Swedish AI and Cybersecurity experts pose with Metro State hosts

September 17, 2025

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

A panel sitting on the stage in the Founders Hall Auditorium

September 16, 2025

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

Minnesota Congresswoman Betty McCollum speaking on a Creative Defense Foundation panel

September 15, 2025

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.

a group of participants in a cybersecurity information exchange pose for a picture

September 12, 2025

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

Group of people pose in the Science Center Skyway on Metro State's Saint Paul campus

September 11, 2025

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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September 8, 2025

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.

A person at a wall monitor teaching a classroom of people at laptops

August 22, 2025

Metro State University Hosts AI for Cybersecurity Faculty Workshop

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

Participants at the Interdisciplinary AI Workshop for Educators work on exercises in a classroom

August 18, 2025

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

August 13, 2025

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

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

July 7, 2025

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.

Dr. Diba Hadi, Congressman Brad Finsted, Mark Gorak, and Professor Faisal Kaleem pose for a picture in an office

June 25, 2025

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.

A group of people gather in Metro State's educational Security Operations Center

June 24, 2025

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

Group photo of delegates to the International Visitor Leadership Program event hosted by Metro State University

June 23, 2025

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

Dr. Faisal Kaleem presenting at the Secure 360 Conference

May 20, 2025

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.

A large number of people stand for a group photo

April 25, 2025

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.

April 22, 2025

Career in Cyber: Guest speaker Peter Alsis inspires Metro State students

Alsis offered students a behind-the-scenes look at his work in state government and the evolving role of security operations centers.

Metro State Cyber Clinic students Clarence Campbell and Semako Akonde offering cybersecurity guidance to local business owners

April 22, 2025

Metro State partners with NDC and Stearns Bank for Community Business Resource event

Approximately 16 partner organizations joined Metro State in offering valuable expertise and services.

a group of students on a tour of Metro Cyber Center

April 9, 2025

Wayzata High School and Metro Schools College Prep Students Explore Cybersecurity at Metro State

students participated in several interactive activities led by current Cyber Clinic students, including TryHackMe challenges, ONSET simulations, and a lock-picking station

Logos for DOD cyber engagement office, National Security Agency, National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cyber Security, and the Centers of Academic Excellence in Cyber Security Community, over the 20 years of Excellence banner

April 7, 2025

Metro State Earns Elite NSA Cyber Operations Designation—A First for Minnesota

now the First and only university in Minnesota to earn the prestigious NSA designation as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations (NCAE-CO)

April 7, 2025

Metro State Hosts mini Cybersecurity Workshop for Anoka-Hennepin High School Students

Metro State’s Cybersecurity students developed a series of interactive, hands-on activities to introduce high school students to real-world concepts and practices.