A Fireside Chat on University Life in the Digital Age

Join Gordie Mah, Chief Information Security Officer, and Michael Spaling, Manager of the Information Security Office of the CISO at the University of Alberta, for a dynamic fireside chat that delves into the complexities of university life in today’s digital era. This session will explore the intersection of technology and internet culture within the academic environment, with a focus on the role of tech in supporting mental health, handling real-world security scenarios, and managing the unique challenges faced by research institutions. Gain valuable insights into research security, incident response, and the impact of digital culture on campus dynamics in this thought-provoking discussion.