Press

Media Coverage, News Release,
and Speakers Bureau

Media Coverage

2007

WNRN Wake-Up Call
Cyber Security - Dec. 2, 2007

Credit Union Executives Society (CUES) Nexus Connection Blog
More on Leveraging Technology - Nov. 27, 2007

Albemarle County Public Schools News & Podcast
Cyber Safety Forum - Nov. 7, 2007

WCAV Channel 19 News
Online Social Networking Safeguarding - Nov. 2, 2007

91.1 FM WTJU
Today's News - Nov. 1, 2007

1070 WINA News Radio
Area residents learn to protect themselves from identity thieves (listen to audio file) - Nov. 1, 2007

The Daily Progress
Cyberspace not a safe place - Nov. 1, 2007

91.1 FM WTJU
Today's News - Oct. 22, 2007

UVa Today
U.Va. To Share Cyber Security Tips at Oct. 31 Event - Oct. 22, 2007

The Hook
'Is that a Ferret?' UVA Video Wins Prize - Oct. 17, 2007

UVa Today
U.Va. Computer Security Video Wins Award - Oct. 16, 2007

NBC 29 News
Analysts Warn of Identity Theft Online - Oct. 10, 2007

The Daily Progress
Alliance plans cyber-security seminars - Oct. 5, 2007

Extra Credit (UVA Community Credit Union newsletter)
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month - Fall 2006

2006

The Daily Progress
Experts share tips for safe Internet use - Oct. 17, 2006

WCAV-TV News
Cyber security - Oct 17, 2006

WCAV-TV News
Cyber awareness show - Oct. 16, 2006

InsideUVA
Cyber security awareness road show
(See pg. 5) - Oct. 6, 2006

Extra Credit (UVA Community Credit Union newsletter)
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month - Fall 2006

News Release

Local Organizations Partner for Cyber Security Awareness Month to Offer Free Presentations

CONTACT: Marty Peterman, 434.243.4909 or martyp@virginia.edu

RELEASE DATE: October 2, 2007

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - In coordination with the National Cyber Security Alliance, a diverse group of concerned local organizations are working together again this year to promote cyber security awareness during October in the Charlottesville-Albemarle area.

This cross-sector initiative partners UVA Community Credit Union, the University of Virginia, Charlottesville City Government, Albemarle County Government, Charlottesville City Schools, Albemarle County Schools, and Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) in a community effort to help area residents learn how to protect themselves better online.

A comprehensive website, WhosWatchingCharlottesville.org, includes helpful information on setting up a more secure home wireless network; avoiding viruses, spyware, and adware; shopping online more safely; ensuring kids' safety online; protecting your privacy on paper; and responding to identity theft.

Cyber Security Awareness October Calendar of Events

Throughout the month of October, the cross-sector partners will be presenting FREE educational seminars to promote cyber security awareness in the community. Presentations last an average of 60 minutes and topics are tailored to the needs and interests of the audience. Sessions during October 2007:

Identity Theft Prevention and Response & Protecting Your Children Online

Wed., October 10, 12 noon - 1 pm
Albemarle County Office Bldng., 5th Street, Room A
LUNCH PROVIDED.

Cyber Security Awareness & Identity Theft Prevention

Wed., October 24, 12 noon - 1 pm
Albemarle County Office Bldng., McIntire Rd., Room 235
LUNCH PROVIDED.

Facebook/MySpace/LinkedIn & Protecting Your Children Online

Wed., October 24, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Western Albemarle High School, 5491 Rockfish Gap Tpk., Crozet
SNACKS PROVIDED.

Cyber Security Awareness, Identity Theft Prevention, & Protecting Your Children Online

Tues., October 30, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Galilee Baptist Church, 3598 Three Notch Rd., Zion Crossroads/Kent Store
DINNER PROVIDED.

Phishing Scams, Identity Theft Prevention, & Facebook/MySpace/LinkedIn

Wed., October 31, 12 noon - 1 pm
University of Virginia, Newcomb Hall, South Meeting Room
SNACKS PROVIDED.

Speakers Bureau

Cyber Security Topics Available

If your group or organization would be interested in a FREE presentation utilizing our Cyber Security Speakers Bureau for your next meeting or event, we have experts available to give brief presentations on any of the following topics:

• Cyber Security Practices for Small Business
• Protecting Your Children Online
  presented by the Albemarle County Police
• Protecting Your Personal Computer
• Making Your Home Wireless Network More Secure
• Avoiding Phishing Scams
• Identity Theft: Prevention & Response
  presented by the UVA Community Credit Union
• Social Networking 101: A Primer on MySpace, Facebook, etc.
  presented by UVa's Dept. of Information Technology & Communication

To inquire about availability or for more information, contact the "Who's Watching Charlottesville?" initiative at info@whoswatchingcharlottesville.org.

What People Are Saying about the "Who’s Watching?" Campaign

• "We hope the “Who’s Watching Charlottesville?” website continues to serve as a gateway for Charlottesville area residents to learn how best to protect themselves and their loved ones online," said Shirley Payne, Director of Security and Policy at the University of Virginia. “This site features lots of content and an award-winning short video on the dangers of revealing too much on social networking websites.”
• "This year, we hope the 'Who's Watching?' campaign encourages people to recognize that the Web is an incredible community with much to offer, but like any community, we must understand how to protect ourselves and our loved ones from potential threats," said Leslie Robinson, Vice President of Information Systems at the UVA Community Credit Union.
• “It’s important to learn as much as we can about what’s happening online so that we teach our kids how to make smart choices when they’re on the Internet,” noted Mark Leach, Network Administrator at Charlottesville City Schools, and a father of three young daughters.
• "Taking just a few simple steps to protect yourself online can make an enormous difference," added Lee Catlin, Community Relations Manager for Albemarle County.

For More Information

View the Resources page.