Loyola Department of Computer Science

Student Success

WiCyS x WiCS Career Launch Recap

Career Launch, hosted by WiCyS and WiCS, brought students and alumni together for an evening of networking, mentorship, and career insights. Thanks to our alumni, Loyola Computer Science, Career Services, AWS, and all who attended for making the event a success!

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MVCC visits Loyola CyberRamblers

On October 12, Loyola’s CyberRamblers welcomed Stan Kostka from Moraine Valley Community College for a discussion on cybersecurity, AI, government careers, and the soft skills needed to succeed in the field.

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Loyola Seniors Take Fourth Place at Pfizer Hackathon with AI-Powered Clinical Trial Platform

Two Loyola seniors—one studying Computer Science, the other Neuroscience—united by a shared passion for AI, developed Ribbon, an AI-powered platform that connects patients with clinical trials, earning fourth place in Pfizer's national technology hackathon.

Student Success

Tech Research Mixer by WiCyS

Tech Research Mixer, hosted by the WiCyS Loyola Student Chapter, connected students with researchers and professionals who shared insights on research opportunities, career advice, and emerging technology.

Student Success

Motorola Solutions Foundation Cybersecurity Experiential Scholarship Awardees

Loyola University Chicago is thrilled to have received a $30,000 grant from the Motorola Solutions Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Motorola Solutions. Through this grant, six undergraduate students have been awarded the opportunity to participate in the Loyola Cybersecurity Experiential Program

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CISA at Loyola

Cybersecurity advisors from CISA visited Loyola University Chicago on September 21 to discuss cybersecurity careers, public sector opportunities, and the agency’s mission to protect critical infrastructure and strengthen the nation’s cyber resilience.

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Computer Science Faculty Receive 2026 Duminuco Award for Assessment Leadership

Prof. Moreira and Prof. Ennaoui were honored for their collaborative work in assessing and fostering the learning of Computer Science students.

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Dr. Dligach Receives NIH/NIDA Funding to Develop AI Tools for Substance Use Disorder Treatment

r. Dligach Receives NIH/NIDA Funding to Develop AI Tools for Substance Use Disorder Treatment

Student Success

UND CyberHawks CTF Qualifiers 2026

Loyola University Chicago qualified both teams for the UND CyberHawks CTF Finals in North Dakota! Out of 217 teams, "chmod 7968" placed 30th and "Loyola Cy'blers" placed 73rd. Congrats to all who competed and represented Loyola.

Student Success

New CyberRamblers Cohort Announced

Loyola University Chicago has selected Dorsa Valipourkarimi, Isabella Alongi, Ellie Martin, and Michael Guerrero for its 2026-2028 CyberRamblers cohort. The federally funded program supports students pursuing public-sector cybersecurity careers through scholarships and training.

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Computer Science and Cybersecurity Welcome Week

During Loyola University Chicago’s Welcome Week, incoming students connected through cybersecurity and computer science events. “Food and Network” introduced campus opportunities and student organizations.

Student Success

Motorola Solutions Foundation Award

Thanks to a $35,000 grant from the Motorola Solutions Foundation, Loyola University Chicago will provide up to seven undergraduate students with hands-on cybersecurity training and real-world experience to help launch their careers in the field.

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Presentation at IEEE Silicon Valley Cybersecurity Conference 2026

The Cybersecurity lab, led by Dr. Chan-Tin, presented their latest peer-reviewed research, "Evaluating Website Fingerprinting Resistance Under VPN Tunneling."

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Loyola CS Undergraudate Students Present at USRE 2026

Loyola CS Undergraudate Students Present at USRE 2026

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Loyola University Chicago at Cyber RECon 2026

Loyola University Chicago was one of 19 universities which participated in the fifth annual Cyber Research and Education Conference (Cyber RECon) on April 2026.

Student Success

National Cyber League Spring 2026 Season

Loyola University Chicago placed 37th in the Central region in the Spring 2026 NCL, with nearly 30 students competing. Areej led Individual rankings, and team The Banjos (Edwin & Ayra) ranked 217th. Go Ramblers!

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BullyBlocker Research Team Highlights Cross-Platform Cyberbullying Research at ICWSM 2026

Members of the BullyBlocker research group presented two major studies showcasing advanced methodologies in network science and dynamic artificial intelligence to address cyberbullying across different digital spaces.

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Poster and Talk at CAE Symposium

Loyola University Chicago participated in the CAE Symposium (April 28–30, Pittsburgh) with both a talk and a poster. The poster by Laila Hamda, Aslihan Altindal, and Dr. Eric Chan-Tin drew strong interest, while a peer-reviewed paper by Abuhamad et al. was also presented.

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Virtual Cybersecurity Career Challenge

Joe Molley, Aliyah Montes de Oca, and Alexa Solorzano competed in the Spring 2026 Virtual Cybersecurity Career Challenge (VCCC), building secure networks and business plans while gaining hands-on experience and connecting with cybersecurity professionals.

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Loyola Earns National Cyber Defense Re-Designation Through 2030

Loyola University Chicago has been re-designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense through 2030, reaffirming the strength of its cybersecurity program and its continued commitment to meeting rigorous national standards.

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Loyola CS Students and Researchers Present at GCASR 2026

Students, faculty, and researchers from Loyola University Chicago’s Department of Computer Science participated in the Greater Chicago Area Systems Research Workshop (GCASR 2026)

Loyola Students Present Innovative Research at URES 2026

Loyola students presented original research at URES on April 18, showcasing work in fields like cybersecurity, public health, and environmental science. Their contributions highlight innovation, collaboration, and Loyola’s commitment to undergraduate academic excellence.

Innovation on Display at Loyola’s 17th Annual Faculty Scholarship Celebration

Innovation took center stage at Loyola’s 17th Annual Celebration of Faculty Scholarship on April 22. Featuring 100+ works—including research in cybersecurity and data science—the event highlighted interdisciplinary collaboration and academic excellence across the university.

Student Success

Great Presence at the Graduate Students’ Symposium

The department was well represented at today’s Graduate Students’ Symposium, with a special congratulations to Manny Sandoval for receiving the Outstanding Research Poster Award.

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Computer Science Students Represent LUC at CAURS 2026

Students from the Computer Science department proudly represented LUC at the 2026 Chicago Area Undergraduate Research Symposium, showcasing student research and engagement at a regional academic conference.