Space Grand Challenge Cosmic Cybernauts 2025
Mission Statement:
The California Cybersecurity Institute (CCI) at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) in San Luis Obispo, California, leads a state and national initiative to address cybersecurity challenges. By bringing together the tech community, government agencies, and educational institutions, the CCI is enhancing cybersecurity defense capabilities at Cal Poly, for the state of California, and across the nation.
Train
Train to reskill, upskill, and build tech literacy across the State of California and communities around the country. Sessions are available virtually, both on demand and live.
accelerate
Accelerate unique opportunities to advance the Cal Poly Learn by Doing pedagogy for students and faculty through internships, externships, research opportunities, and more.
Empower
Empower early education opportunities to build a pipeline for future students interested in careers in technology.
Space Grand Challenge 2025
The Space Grand Challenge (SGC) Program is a free virtual game-based cybersecurity competition for middle and high school students built by Cal Poly students—Learn by Doing in action.
Exploring Passion and Adaptability
Hugh Ganem's Journey at the Cal Poly California Cybersecurity Institute
Madison Lopez
Madison at CCI: Bridging Games and Security for a Futuristic Experience.