Cal State San Bernardino spotlights “AI Fools Week,” March 31-April 4, a national campaign raising awareness about AI-driven cyber threats, while unveiling a new commercial showcasing the impact of its Center for Cyber and AI. The initiative highlights CSUSB’s leadership in preparing students and communities to navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape.
CSUSB students earned top placements at the NCAE Cyber Games Southwest Regional Competition while building hands-on skills in teamwork, problem-solving and system defense. Competing side by side, they applied classroom knowledge in a fast-paced environment that mirrors real cybersecurity careers.
Cal State San Bernardino’s Cybersecurity MBA has been ranked No. 15 nationwide in Programs.com’s 2026 list of the Top 25 Best Cybersecurity MBA Degree Programs. The recognition highlights the program’s strong curriculum, flexible online format and successful career outcomes for graduates entering the growing cybersecurity field.
Harding, who will be the opening keynote speaker at the April 15-16 conference, has more than 30 years of experience in cybersecurity, digital identity and emerging technologies. He currently serves as chairman and CEO of Entrokey Labs, a company developing advanced encryption technologies designed to protect digital systems from emerging threats posed by artificial intelligence and quantum computing.
CSUSB generates nearly $1 billion in economic activity throughout the Inland Empire each year, according to the report. Statewide, the 22 California State University campuses together remain one of the state’s strongest catalysts of economic mobility and innovation.
Attendees engaged in keynote sessions, a panel discussion and research presentations that explored how technology continues to shape organizations and education globally.
The Oct. 17 open house will take place from 7-9 p.m. at Jack Brown Hall. The Center for Cyber & AI invites students, families and community members to explore hands-on demonstrations, research showcases, and academic and career opportunities in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.
Two-time alumna Paniz Herrera turned personal hardship into purpose — earning multiple degrees while raising a family and breaking into the male-dominated world of cybersecurity. Today, she’s thriving at Deloitte as a cybersecurity and AI consultant, pursuing a Ph.D. at Claremont Graduate University, and building tools designed to uplift others.
The Data Analytics Working Group at Cal State San Bernardino, founded by Essia Hamouda, professor of cybersecurity and decision sciences, has hosted more than 30 interactive workshops and engaged numerous students, faculty and community members in topics ranging from AI to data visualization.