The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $996,137 Project Grant under the STEM Education (CFDA 47.076) program to the Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, doing business as the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). This grant will establish a new CyberCorps Scholarship for Service (SFS) program at UNLV to cultivate a group of cybersecurity experts skilled in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) for government service. The program aims to attract and mentor students in STEM fields, with a focus on increasing participation from underrepresented and female students. The multifaceted educational approach includes academic coursework, online training, industry certifications, research opportunities, cyber competitions, internships, and a cybersecurity clinic program to provide students with practical experience. The project is designed to develop well-rounded cybersecurity professionals prepared to immediately contribute to the federal, state, local, or tribal government workforce upon graduation. The award term is from January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2028.
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