UAHT to Host Cybersecurity Camp for Grades 7–11 in June
UAHT to Host Cybersecurity Camp for Grades 7–11 in June
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Publish Date: 2026-02-04 14:22:00
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Using an unordered list, summarize the following article with between 4 and 8 key points. The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT), in partnership with the Southwest Arkansas Education Cooperative (SWAEC), will host a Cybersecurity Exploration Camp June 1–5 on the UAHT Texarkana campus.Hands-On Cybersecurity LearningThe camp will run daily from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is open to 30 students entering grades 7–11. The program introduces students to cybersecurity through hands-on, inquiry-based activities that build a strong security mindset. Female students are strongly encouraged to apply to help address the gender gap in the cybersecurity workforce.Topics and Camp ActivitiesStudents will explore key concepts such as cryptography, digital forensics, Internet of Things (IoT) security, and adversarial thinking. Instruction is based on the TeachCyber.org curriculum and uses cloud-based labs from the UALR Cyber Arena. Activities include team challenges, simulations, and ethical discussions, with skill levels tailored to each student’s experience.College and Career ConnectionsParticipants will learn about UAHT’s Associate of Applied Science in Cybersecurity, dual-credit opportunities, and industry certifications like CompTIA Security+ and Network+. Guest speakers from regional industries will highlight high-demand cybersecurity careers, particularly in rural and underserved communities.READ MORE: Registration is limited to 30 students and is available online.For more information, visit the UAHT website or contact Brittni Hardie, Camp Director, at 870-216-2919 or [email protected] Snow and Ice at Bobby Ferguson Park TexarkanaWalking tour of a snowy and icy Bobby Ferguson Park in Texarkana, Arkansas, after the winter storm.Gallery Credit: Mario Garcia, Townsquare MediaIcemageddon 2026 – Texarkana PhotosGallery Credit: Jim WeaverGarvin Woodland Gardens – Hot Springs, ArkansasGallery Credit: Jim Weaver
