National Security Symposium
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
and virtually via Zoom
The Department of Professional Security Studies at 野花社区 is inviting you to its 13th Northeast Regional Security Education Symposium on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 野花社区鈥檚 School of Business in Jersey City, NJ.
This annual symposium brings together leading experts, faculty members, alumni, and students in a discussion on current security issues. It also features a poster session of research being pursued by doctoral candidates for 野花社区鈥檚 Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) degree in Civil Security Leadership, Management, and Policy. The event also provides significant networking opportunities for participants.
The theme for this year is Artificial Intelligence & Civil Security: Opportunities & Challenges. Participation is free but requires prior registration. While virtual attendance is available for all registered participants, spots for in-person attendance are limited (first 50 registered participants only). Parking is available on site for $5.
Event Host: Dr. Juste Codjo, Department of Professional Security Studies
Panel Moderator: Dr. Kutub Thakur, Department of Professional Security Studies
Speakers:
- Dr. Stanley J. Mierzwa, Director and Lecturer of the Center for Cybersecurity within Transformational Learning and External Affairs, Kean University
- Christopher Kay, CISSP, CPP, New Jersey Cybersecurity State Coordinator, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, DHS
- Piere DePass, Experienced Cybersecurity Professional