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Student Spotlights

Cal Poly faculty and CCI educate students on the cybersecurity challenges and trains them for public sector careers. Check out the impact that these individual students have had at CCI and beyond. 

David Abrams

From Roblox to Ethical Hacking: David Abrams’ Journey at Cal Poly CCI

David Abrams, a Computer Science major at Cal Poly and programming lead at the California Cybersecurity Institute, is combining his expertise in game design and cybersecurity to create impactful Unity-based challenges while preparing for a future in ethical hacking and cyber defense.

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Xander Levine

Empowering the Campus Community: Xander Levine’s Work at CCI

Xander Levine, a Journalism major at Cal Poly and advocate for cybersecurity awareness, uses his communication skills and leadership experience to connect the campus community and beyond with the groundbreaking work of the California Cybersecurity Institute.

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andruss brennan

Pushing Boundaries in Game Development and Cybersecurity: Meet Brennan Andruss

Brennan Andruss, a Computer Science major at Cal Poly and Unity developer at the California Cybersecurity Institute, combines his passion for gaming, problem-solving, and technology to create immersive challenges for the Space Grand Challenge while preparing for a future in innovative and secure digital experiences.

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madeleine_hott

Innovating and Inspiring: Meet Madeleine Hott, Communications Major and CCI Commentator

Meet Madeleine Hott, a Cal Poly Communications major and commentator at the California Cybersecurity Institute, who is combining her passion for problem-solving, collaboration, and community outreach to build a safer digital future.

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Jenny

From Friendship to Cybersecurity: Jenny Huang's Journey at Cal Poly's CCI

Jenny's journey at CCI fuels her software/game development ambitions, eagerly anticipating projects enhancing player immersion.

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Hugh Ganem

Exploring Passion and Adaptability

Hugh Ganem's Journey at the Cal Poly California Cybersecurity Institute.

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Kevin Polanco

Kevin Polanco

Kevin Polanco: Esports Enthusiast & Future Cybersecurity Educator

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Madison Lopez

Madison Lopez

Madison at CCI: Bridging Games and Security for a Futuristic Experience.

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Adi Gottumukkala

Adi Gottumukkala

CCI Student Profiles: Showcasing Excellence in Cybersecurity and Technology

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Isaac Rudnik

A Journey through Cyber Frontiers

Computer Science major, Isaac Rudnik, invites you into his cybersecurity journey, progressing from a GenCyber intern to actively contributing to projects in cyber forensics, cryptology, and the Space Grand Challenge. 

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