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CYRIN and the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) Create a Level 2 Exercise for a Virtual Cybersecurity Training Environment
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CYRIN and the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) Create a Level 2 Exercise for a Virtual Cybersecurity Training Environment

CYRIN and RIT Create an Enterprise-level Exercise in a Virtual Training Environment

CYRIN and the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) have created a Level 2 Exercise that resides on CYRIN's virtual cybersecurity training platform. In this exercise, called "Configure an Enterprise Network," students must configure the firewalls and routers in accordance with the security policies of the organization. The firewalls and routers must be configured to implement policies related to how traffic to and from the internet and between different subnets is handled.

CYRIN has three levels of training - Labs, Exercises and Attacks - on its virtual, cloud-based platform. Level 2 Exercises are robust training exercises that challenge the student to work in a virtual environment to demonstrate proficiency with different scenarios with multiple cybersecurity tools that enhance training and mimic real-world scenarios. In this exercise, which looks at an enterprise network, students use pfSense, an open-source firewall and router used by thousands of enterprises and officially supported by Netgate. Students must be familiar with the pfSense console and web interfaces. Those unfamiliar with pfSense are encouraged to complete the CYRIN "Firewall Configuration with pfSense" lab before attempting this exercise.

This exercise was developed in conjunction with the Rochester Institute of Technology and their Global Cyber Institute. RIT used CYRIN's patented Exercise Builder tool to create several labs that CYRIN has licensed for use on the CYRIN platform. This exercise is also mapped to NIST NICE Specialty Areas or NIST NICE Work Roles listed below.

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Work Roles:

CYRIN is designed for the seasoned cybersecurity professional or the student new to the field. Inexpensive and tailored for a 24/7 schedule, CYRIN labs, exercises and attack scenarios allow for training in a virtual cloud-based environment 365 days a year. CYRIN is also an excellent way for entrepreneurs, small businesses, and others to test their software products. Nearly any operating system that runs on the Intel/AMD x86 or x86_64 architecture can be uploaded to CYRIN as an OVA file or installed directly within CYRIN using the Exercise Builder. To learn more about our labs and content, visit the CYRIN catalog page.

The Team

ATC-NY, based in Ithaca, NY, is the Cybersecurity division of Architecture Technology Corporation, and is responsible for CYRIN development. They work with numerous commercial, educational and government agencies, including the Department of Defense, who helped support the effort to develop CYRIN.

About Architecture Technology Corporation

Architecture Technology Corporation (ATCorp) is headquartered in Eden Prairie, MN. ATCorp specializes in advanced research and software-intensive solutions for complex problems in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Enterprise-Scale Network Computing, AI, and Machine Learning. To read more about their products and services, visit ATCorp at https://www.atcorp.com.  

Contact Information:

Paul O'Neill

Marketing Director, CYRIN

[email protected]

508-588-4448

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Lingoda Launches Exciting ‘Back to School’ Language Learning Campaign
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Lingoda Launches Exciting ‘Back to School’ Language Learning Campaign

The language learning platform will offer up to 25% off on their monthly subscription.

Lingoda, the leading online language learning platform, is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated "Back to School" campaign, aimed at providing language learners with a dynamic and immersive language learning experience. As the academic season kicks off, Lingoda is committed to helping learners achieve their language goals with engaging content and innovative features.

The "Back to School" campaign offers a range of exciting benefits designed to enhance the language learning journey:

  1. Flexible Learning Options: Lingoda understands the demands of a busy life. With flexible class timings and on-demand lessons, students can easily fit language learning into their daily routines.
  2. Interactive Lessons: Our classes focus on human interaction and maximum conversation time. This also allows them to receive individual attention and personalized feedback. Each lesson centers on a different element of speaking, reading, grammar and vocabulary. 
  3. Certified Teachers: Lingoda's team of certified, native-speaking teachers bring their expertise and cultural insights into every lesson, ensuring an authentic and comprehensive learning experience. 
  4. Personalized Learning Paths: Lingoda's expertly designed courses mean students won't sacrifice educational quality for convenience. The platform provides personalized learning paths, catering to each student's unique learning style and pace. This ensures that students stay motivated and make consistent progress.
  5. Exclusive Promotions: To celebrate the launch of the campaign, Lingoda is offering exclusive promotions, including discounts and special offers, making it even more accessible for students to embark on their language learning journey. 

With a special code, new learners on the platform can receive 15% off of 12 classes/month subscription, 20% off of 20 classes/month subscription, and 25% off of 40 classes/month subscription. The code is valid for both group and private classes.

"We're excited to kick off our 'Back to School' campaign and support learners as they dive into the world of language learning," said  Philippa Wentzel, Curriculum Team Lead at Lingoda. "For many of us, the back-to-school season can be the perfect time to renew resolutions and get back into learning mode after the summer - whatever stage of life we're at. We believe that mastering a new language opens up a world of opportunities and enriches learners' personal, academic and professional experiences. Our platform offers a dynamic and flexible approach to learning that's designed to boost your confidence in real-world communication from your very first lesson." 

To learn more about Lingoda's "Back to School" campaign and to embark on your language learning journey, visit www.lingoda.com.

ABOUT LINGODA

Lingoda is one of the top online language schools. Founded in Berlin, Germany, in 2013, we provide convenient and accessible online language courses in German, English, Business English, French and Spanish to over 100,000 students worldwide. With almost 550,000 classes available per year and accessible 24/7, our mission is to build bridges around the world through language learning. Visit Lingoda.co  to learn more.

Contact Information:

Susanne Börensen

International PR Manager

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Denny’s Names Jayla Thornton Hungry for Education(TM) Scholarship Program’s National Winner
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Denny’s Names Jayla Thornton Hungry for Education(TM) Scholarship Program’s National Winner

Denny's recognized Thornton of Fort Washington, MD., and awarded $354,000 in scholarships during the 2022-2023 Hungry for Education (HFE) scholarship season

Denny’s Names Jayla Thornton Hungry for Education(TM) Scholarship Program’s National Winner
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Jayla Thornton, a junior, political science major at North Carolina A&T State University, has been selected as this year's national winner of Denny's Hungry for Education™ Scholarship.

Thornton, a resident of Fort Washington, MD, received the top award out of a field of 2,444 applications, along with a scholarship for $5,000. Denny's, a longtime supporter of education at Historically Black Colleges & Universities, partnered with the Tom Joyner Foundation for this year's award. 

"There were thousands of phenomenal submissions, but Jayla's essay truly rose to the top," said April Kelly Drummond, vice president, diversity, equity and inclusion. "Jayla's creativity, intelligence, and commitment to her community jumped off the page, and we're thrilled to provide her with this award."

Thornton's winning essay proposed a major initiative, which envisions Denny's working to combat "food deserts" in her community. A food desert is a geographic area where affordable, nutritious and fresh food is hard to obtain, particularly for those without access to an automobile. As Thornton points out, despite being the third-largest city within the state, Greensboro, NC, has 17 of the 24 food deserts in Guilford County. Thornton, who plans to attend law school, recommends Denny's host an event in a centrally located neighborhood in Greensboro where residents can access fresh food from a farmer's market, mental health counseling from local organizations and receive information from other local social services and social justice organizations.

"This award means so much to me because it feels like a wonderful validation of my passion and hard work," said Thornton. "Denny's has been such a powerful presence in my community and I am looking forward to working with them for many years to come.

Denny's Hungry for Education™ (HFE) is a scholarship program that recognizes and rewards students who show initiative and creativity in helping Denny's bring communities together. Partnering with 11 leading, nonprofit, minority advocacy organizations, Denny's awarded over $354,000 in scholarships this year to deserving elementary, high school, and college students. Since its launch in 2011, the brand has awarded more than $2 million in scholarships.

This year's scholarships open on Sept. 1 and students can apply by going to www.dennys.com/hfe.

About Denny's:

Denny's is one of the largest franchised full-service restaurant brands in the world, based on number of restaurants. As of March 29, 2023, Denny's had 1,594 franchised, licensed and company restaurants, which includes 161 restaurants in Canada, Costa Rica, Curacao, El Salvador, Guam, Guatemala, Honduras, Indonesia, Mexico, New Zealand, the Philippines, Puerto Rico, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom.

To learn more about Denny's, please visit our brand website at www.dennys.com or the brand's social channels via FacebookTwitterInstagramTikTokLinkedIn or YouTube.

Contact Information:

Andy Izquierdo

[email protected]

347-570-2960

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