STOP.THINK.CONNECT.

ACADEMIC ALLIANCE
Opportunities with technology and the Internet appear to have no limit. Academia is
often at the forefront of expanding our ever-evolving cyber universe. As new ground is
forged and the benefits of a digitally connected world are enhanced, academia has an
opportunity to lead by example in ensuring the online practices of students, faculty,
staff, alumni, and the community are as secure as possible.

The Department of Homeland Securitys (DHS) Stop.Think.Connect. Campaign
Academic Alliance is a nationwide network of non-profit
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colleges and universities
committed to promoting safer online practices.
BENEFITS
Join the Stop.Think.Connect. Academic Alliance to:
Connect with over 100 government, academic, and nonprofit partners committed to
increasing online safety
Obtain cybersecurity tips, messaging, articles, and presentations
Access DHS resources, tools, and subject matter experts
Join monthly partner discussions highlighting current cyber issues and trends
Exchange ideas and resources with other organizations involved with the Campaign
Lead academia in cybersecurity awareness education

There are no fees or financial obligations associated with membership. Please
send a written request to join and your schools logo to stopthinkconnect@dhs.gov.
GET INVOLVED
Join the Campaign and educate your students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community
about secure online practices.

Academic Alliance members are asked to:
Link to the Campaigns website, www.dhs.gov/stopthinkconnect
Participate in National Cyber Security Awareness Month (October) by recognizing
the month on social media channels, holding online discussions, hosting an event,
sponsoring student challenges, or sharing tips in campus publications
Share cyber safety resources with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community
Host a cyber-focused event either in-person or via social media
CONTACT
Visit www.dhs.gov/stopthinkconnect or email stopthinkconnect@dhs.gov for more
information about the Campaign.
STOP.THINK.CONNECT. BACKGROUND
The DHS Stop.Think.Connect. Campaign is a national public awareness effort, initiated by President Obama that seeks to
guide the nation to a higher level of Internet safety by empowering the American public to be more vigilant about
practicing safe online behavior. The Campaign seeks to persuade Americans to view Internet safety as a shared
responsibilityat home, in the workplace, and in our communities.

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For profit universities can work with the National Cyber Security Alliance at www.stopthinkconnect.org.