Strauss Center Hosts Austin Regional for the Atlantic Council’s Cybersecurity Policy Competition (Feb. 4-5) – Apply Now
We are excited to announce that the Strauss Center at The University of Texas at Austin is partnering with the Atlantic Council’s Cyber Statecraft Initiative to host another regional round of the Atlantic Council’s renowned cybersecurity policy competition, the Cyber 9/12 Strategy Challenge. This stand-alone event will take place at the University of Texas School of Law on February 4-5, 2023, with teams vying for a title that includes, not just bragging rights, but also a cash prize for the top three teams (not to mention a deeply-enriching learning experience for all participants). Included in the two-day event will be opportunities for professional development.
For more information, see the event website here.
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