Join us for a hands-on workshop series where you’ll learn to build your own AI assistant from scratch while connecting with others across campus.
cybersecurity awareness month
Q-Day – The Inevitable Quantum Storm: October 14
Join us on Tuesday, October 14th for an informative webinar on Q-Day, the day computers can crack current digital encryption. This webinar is part of our Cybersecurity Month series.
Data Disposal Day: October 22
Mark your calendars: Data Disposal Day — October 22, 2025, 8 AM–12 PM in Parking Lot 12A. Bring old papers, hard drives, tablets, flash drives—securely destroy data onsite, free of charge.
Humans, Hackers & Hallucinations: October 28
Explore how AI is reshaping social engineering—from deepfakes to synthetic identities—and learn practical strategies to defend against evolving threats in this eye-opening session on cybersecurity’s AI-powered future.
Authentic or Artificial? Demo: October 30
How well can you tell the difference between AI-generated content and the real deal? Put your analytic skills to the test during a live demo presented by Cyberclub@UCI.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! The month was originally created through a collaboration with the National Cyber Security Alliance and the Department of Homeland Security.
Data Disposal Day On Campus: Wednesday, October 26
Southern California Shredding will be on campus to shred both paper and e-waste products on October 26, 2022.
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Throughout October, OIT Security will be hosting events, sharing resources and providing helpful tips on how each member of the UCI community can protect themselves and the University from cyber threats. Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart.