As the longest-running conference dedicated to cybersecurity education in the United States, The Colloquium for Information Systems Security Education (CISSE) invites participation through papers, panels, posters, workshops, presentations, curriculum walk-throughs , and collaborative discussions focused on innovation, resilience, artificial intelligence, workforce development, and the evolving challenges facing cybersecurity education and practice.
Investigate. Imagine. Integrate. Impact.
Ivy Tech Community College - Culinary and Conference Center
Indianapolis, Indiana
Peer-Reviewed Papers
Submit original research, educational innovations, case studies, applied practices, and technical analyses related to cybersecurity education and information security.
Accepted papers are published in JCISSE.
Panels
Panels provide attendees with an opportunity to hear diverse perspectives on a focused topic or emerging issue.
- Ideal size: 4–6 participants
- 1–2 paragraph proposal
- Include prospective panelists
Posters
Poster sessions are non-commercial presentations intended to stimulate conversation and engagement among attendees.
Ideal for works in progress, emerging concepts, classroom techniques, and exploratory research.
Workshops & Roundtables
Collaborative sessions focused on discussion, faculty engagement, curriculum development, or project-oriented outcomes.
Topics may include AI integration, workforce development, pedagogy, or institutional partnerships.
Sessions & Presentations
Submit individual sessions and presentations aligned with conference themes or broader cybersecurity education topics.
- 15–50 minute duration
- 1–2 paragraph abstract
- Audience relevance emphasized
Master Classes & Program Walk-throughs
Share instructional approaches, curriculum structures, syllabi, and program development strategies.
Includes Master Class Panels, Course Walk-throughs, and Program Walk-throughs.
Master Class Panels & Curriculum Walk-throughs
Master Classes consist of panels of experienced instructors who discuss innovative teaching approaches, assessment strategies, instructional methodologies, and lessons learned from cybersecurity education practice.
Course Walk-throughs provide concise overviews of course structure, outcomes, assignments, instructional methods, and intended student audiences.
Program Walk-throughs highlight curriculum structure, sequencing, program outcomes, student populations, and distinguishing academic characteristics.
Submission Notes
For Master Class Panels & Course Walk-throughs
- Course type (basic, elective, focus area)
- Course level (lower division, upper division, graduate)
- Course title
- Shareable syllabus (redactions permitted)
For Program Walk-throughs
- Program level (AA/AS, BA/BS, Minor, Certificate, Graduate)
- Program focus
- Course list or curriculum outline
Share Innovation
Present research, curriculum design, and emerging instructional approaches.
Build Partnerships
Engage with academia, government, nonprofits, and industry leaders.
Explore AI & Cyber
Discuss emerging challenges involving AI, automation, and digital resilience.
Support Education
Contribute to the future of cybersecurity education and workforce development.
Participate in the 30th Anniversary Colloquium and help shape the future of cybersecurity education through collaboration, innovation, and impact.
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