October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a national initiative focused on helping individuals and organizations recognize threats and build safer online habits. App State has partnered with the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) to host  four webinars designed to meet that initiative with a mix of real stories, research and interactive learning—covering social engineering, scam recovery, the psychology behind security habits and core protective practices like multi-factor authentication (MFA) and strong passwords.

This partnership brings credibility and depth, pairing NCA data and behavioral research with relatable, human storytelling to make cybersecurity feel less abstract and more actionable.

These events are open to all faculty, staff and students. Zoom registration is required to participate or receive the recording.

Tuesday, Oct. 6 at 11 a.m. — The Smart Person's Guide to Getting Duped. Learn to identify and avoid common scams, how to protect your data and what to do if you or a loved one is the victim of a scam. Zoom Registration.

Tuesday, Oct. 13 at 3 p.m. — Click, Apply, Regret: A Scam Survival Story. Learn how to recognize red flags and common tactics used in countless types of scams through one college graduate's journey after being targeted by scammers while job hunting. Zoom Registration.

Friday, Oct. 16 at 12 p.m. — A Whole Lotta BS (Behavioral Science) about Cybersecurity. Attend this session to understand public attitudes and beliefs on security. Come away with practical advice and tips on how to keep yourself, family members and your organization safe and secure. Zoom Registration.

Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 10 a.m. — Level Up Your Cyber Game: Trivia Game Show. A fun but competitive game show where attendees’ knowledge is tested, and everyone learns new information and tips for being cyber safe. Zoom Registration.