Tagged: Cybersecurity Days
varcho.3@osu.edu | September 15, 2026
Ohio State is launching its first-ever Phish Tournament for October’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Can you spot a phishing attack? If you see and report our phish, you earn points in Ohio State’s inaugural Phish Tournament. Top 100 finalists receive a $100 gift card.
varcho.3@osu.edu | September 3, 2026
Cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, and protecting Ohio State’s people, data and technology requires participation from everyone. This October, The Ohio State University is partnering with the Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA) to offer a month of virtual events designed to help faculty, staff and students strengthen their cybersecurity knowledge and prepare for emerging challenges.
varcho.3@osu.edu | May 15, 2026
The Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA) invites thought leaders, educators, and cybersecurity practitioners to submit speaking proposals for our October 2026 Cybersecurity Awareness Month virtual event series.
Beth Varcho | October 28, 2025
October was all about strengthening our cyber defenses and empowering Buckeyes to stay safe online. Ohio State tapped in to a series of events hosted by the the Big Ten Academic Alliance.
Administration and Planning Media Relations | October 28, 2025
In a hair-raising presentation, information technology experts from the Big Ten Academic Alliance shared stories meant to illustrate the dangers of the digital world.
Beth Varcho | October 13, 2025
Attend "Scary Cyber Tales: Don’t Let Your Data Go Bump in the NightLearn" to learn about today’s most common threats—phishing, ransomware, malware, and social engineering—and pick up practical tips to keep your data safe. Join our cybersecurity experts for an hour of spooky tales and essential lessons to ensure your digital life doesn’t turn into a cyber nightmare!
Beth Varcho | September 16, 2025
This year Ohio State is collaborating with BTAA to celebrate October as National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. BTAA has scheduled four engaging and educational events. While some content is aimed at all users, some events are targeted to cybersecurity professionals. These events will help you develop awareness and guide you to take action against cybersecurity threats.
Alison Landefeld | October 27, 2022
Ohio State’s Cybersecurity Days was born from the need to share knowledge and best practices to form a collective defense from cybercriminals. Held annually, the event works to stimulate creativity, critical thinking and problem solving to help the university and community members operate more resiliently.
