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Chambersburg School District’s network disruption related to ransomware

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The Chambersburg Area School District in Franklin County says the network disruption it has been dealing with is related to ransomware.Classes were back in session Thursday after being canceled for three days because of what the district called a “computer network issue.”The district has brought in forensic experts to look into the problem.In the latest message posted to its website, the district said, “We will continue to investigate to determine the full nature and scope of this event working alongside our subject matter specialists as well as law enforcement. We remain dedicated to the safety of our school community and the privacy of the personal and confidential information in our care and will continue to provide further updates as more information is confirmed. Thank you for your ongoing patience and support during this time.”

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. —

The Chambersburg Area School District in Franklin County says the network disruption it has been dealing with is related to ransomware.

Classes were back in session Thursday after being canceled for three days because of what the district called a “computer network issue.”

The district has brought in forensic experts to look into the problem.

In the latest message posted to its website, the district said, “We will continue to investigate to determine the full nature and scope of this event working alongside our subject matter specialists as well as law enforcement. We remain dedicated to the safety of our school community and the privacy of the personal and confidential information in our care and will continue to provide further updates as more information is confirmed. Thank you for your ongoing patience and support during this time.”

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Master of Science in Computer Science | Miner School of Computer & Information Sciences | Kennedy College of Sciences

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The Master of Science serves several audiences, from the professional with extensive industrial experience to the recent graduate aiming ultimately for an advanced research degree. In all cases, UMass Lowell’s computer science program prepares students for work environments requiring continued growth. Our graduates work across industries, in large and small organizations, including Amazon, Bloomberg, EMC, Facebook, Fidelity, Google, IBM, Microsoft, MITRE and Raytheon.

  • Opportunities abound for students to work on industry-sponsored research projects and in well-funded research centers and research labs, like the Human Robot Interaction (HRI) Lab. 
  • Students collaborate with their peers on projects and field competitive teams, like the one that developed the “Rover Hawk” robot that took first place at a NASA competition.
  • Students work with and learn from faculty who are experts in AI and Machine Learning, Information/Systems Security and Big Data.

The Richard A. Miner School of Computer & Information Sciences is top ranked among computer science schools in the United States by CSRankings.org, in areas such as Machine Learning and Data Mining, Computer Security, Robotics, Programming Languages, Mobile Computing, Embedded and Realtime Systems, Design Automation, Computer Vision and Databases.

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HSI Baltimore speaks to high school coaches, athletic directors at national high school champions’ summit

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WASHINGTON — Special agents from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Baltimore addressed a crowd of high school coaches and athletic directors from across the country at the inaugural Inner Circle of High School Athletics Leadership Summit at the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. on June 23.

The summit featured a collection of guest speakers, including former professional athletes, professional sports executives and community leaders.

“HSI Baltimore was pleased to participate in the high school leadership summit,” said HSI Baltimore Special Agent in Charge James C. Harris. “We had the opportunity to address the men and women responsible for guiding the next generation of leaders. As law enforcement officials, we share with these coaches a responsibility to set an example for young people. It is truly an honor to be able to contribute in such a forum.”

The summit focused on providing these coaches and athletic directors with information and tools they can use to prepare their student athletes for the next phase in their athletic and professional careers.

Speakers addressed a variety of topics that coaches don’t usually have the opportunity to address during practice, including financial management, mental health, physical fitness, academics and internet safety. The special agents from HSI Baltimore spoke to the crowd about the potential pitfalls of social media.

“Many of the topics discussed are not necessarily lessons that athletes learn in practice or by competing in games,” said HSI Baltimore Assistant Special Agent in Charge Freddie Taylor. “Still, they address challenges that young competitors will have to face off of the field. Coaches hold a position of trust among their young athletes, and often times, they are best suited to have these conversations with their players.”

The summit was an invitation-only event. Attendees were coaches and athletic directors of high schools from across the nation whose programs had won sports championships within the last six years.

According to the hosts of the summit, its primary goal was to present content that tackles foundational elements that can determine the current and future quality of life for…

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School of Diplomacy Welcomes New Faculty

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Dr. Brandon Valeriano

Dr. Brandon Valeriano

The School of Diplomacy is excited to welcome two new professors to join starting
for the Fall 2023 semester. Both Dr. Brandon Valeriano and Dr. Brendan Balestrieri
bring a surplus of experience in all matters of international relations, with a particular
emphasis on the role of the military and the importance of homeland security in the
world of diplomacy. The School looks forward to the continued opportunities to expand
student learning with our new professors.

Brendan Balestrieri, Ph.D. – Professor of Practice

Dr. Brendan Balestrieri will join the School of Diplomacy and International Relations
as a Professor of Practice starting Fall 2023. As a native of New York, he is excited
to be joining a school with an excellent reputation and moving a little closer to
home. For the past 18 years, Dr. Balestrieri has served as an officer in the United
States Army, stationed primarily in South Korea. With master’s degrees in International
Studies from Korea University and Public and Media Relations from Johns Hopkins University,
and his Ph.D. from Korea University, Dr. Balestrieri primarily researches the intersection
between the military, international relations, and policy.

As part of his new role, Dr. Balestrieri will help develop the new International and
Homeland Security B.S. program, focusing on a comparative approach. The course will
examine different approaches…

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