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Cyber Day to Bring Games, Giveaways and Cybersecurity Awareness to Arkansas Union

News.Uark.Edu • September 25, 2026

The U of A campus community is invited to Cyber Day, a free event for students, faculty and staff, featuring games, giveaways and interactive cybersecurity activities. The event will be held in the International Connections Lounge (Flag Room) at the Arkansas Union Tuesday, Oct. 6 , from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

October marks National Cybersecurity Awareness Month . Cybersecurity is a fundamental part of the U of A's commitment to protecting the data and privacy of its students, faculty and staff.

Cyber Day will turn cybersecurity awareness into an interactive experience with six stations where attendees can play Phishing Pool, Wheel of Phish, Cyber Plinko, Data Cornhole and the Cyber Attack Challenge. There will also be a Community Cyber Safety table with practical tips for staying safe online.

Other highlights include vendor-donated giveaways, a visit from the university mascot and cookies, while supplies last.

The U of A's cybersecurity outreach continues year-round. Visit IT Services' cybersecurity page for the latest info and resources.

David Wilson, assistant director of administrative communications University Relations 479-387-3819, [email protected]

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month Events at CWRU and U of A October is recognized as Cybersecurity Awareness Month, prompting universities to host events aimed at enhancing cybersecurity knowledge among their communities. Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) is launching a month-long series of activities, including a Cybersecurity Scavenger Hunt with prizes for participants, while the University of Arkansas (U of A) is organizing a Cyber Day event featuring interactive games and giveaways. CWRU's activities will include practical guidance on phishing, device protection, and safe online behavior, while U of A will offer games like Phishing Pool and Cyber Plinko. Both institutions emphasize the importance of cybersecurity in protecting personal data and privacy. The events are designed to engage students, faculty, and staff in a fun and informative manner. CWRU's scavenger hunt runs from October 1 to October 31, and U of A's Cyber Day is scheduled for October 6. 2 sources 6

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