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National Cyber Security Awareness Month

October 3, 2022 |

The Info College recognizes National Cyber Security Awareness Month

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UMD INFO College Introduces Technology and Information Design Major

October 1, 2022 | Ava Thompson | The Diamondback

The new major focuses on building and designing prototypes for new technologies such as apps and computers.

(Video) Digitizing Artifacts from the Black Lives Matter Memorial Fence

September 23, 2022 | Emily Davidson

A virtual panel discussion highlights the archival of protest art.

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NPR News: Crypto and Retirement Form a Controversial Combination (feat. M. R. Sauter)

September 22, 2022 | Emily Davidson

Tensions rise between government regulators and pension fund managers over the prudence of crypto investments.

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NBC NEWS: A Viral Social Media Post Raises Concerns for Data Security (feat. Jen Golbeck)

September 22, 2022 | Emily Davidson

Dr. Golbeck advises people to be skeptical of the data their devices request.

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Lifewire: Are Free Apps Worth the Risks to Your Data? (feat. Jessica Vitak)

September 22, 2022 | Emily Davidson

Google Play Store reveals how users’ data is shared, but many may choose to value tech over privacy.

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The Conversation: How the Taliban’s New Regime Compares to the Last (feat. Cody Buntain)

September 22, 2022 | Emily Davidson

Research by Dr. Buntain reveals changes in the Taliban’s oppressive tactics against women.

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MD Today: How AI Could Help Writers Spot Stereotypes (feat. Niklas Elmqvist)

September 19, 2022 | Melissa Brachfeld | MD Today

Tool to Identify Social Biases in Creative Writing Ultimately Leaves Artists in Control

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Banned Hispanic Heritage Books

September 19, 2022 |

INFO College recommends books that acknowledge Hispanic Heritage Month and Banned Books Week.