The GCU GenCyber Camp is financially supported by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the National Science Foundation (NSF), offering a federally backed and respected entry point into cybersecurity education.
The GCU GenCyber Camp offers high school and junior high students an immersive, week-long experience in cybersecurity. Participants engage in hands-on activities and challenging exercises designed to introduce them to the fundamentals of securing computer operating systems, network defense, ethical hacking, and digital forensics. Students learn about cryptography, analyze practical cyber threats using tools leveraged by professionals, and explore the importance of strong passwords and identifying security flaws. The camp aims to spark interest in cybersecurity careers and equip students with practical skills and knowledge, fostering confidence in a supportive learning environment. The curriculum is developed with input from GCU student workers, ensuring a fresh and relevant approach to current cyber trends and AI's intersection with the field.
A typical day involves hands-on cybersecurity sessions, team challenges, and discussions led by GCU professors, alumni, and current students, often incorporating activities like programming robots or participating in network defense exercises.
This camp is best for beginners to intermediate students looking for a credible, low-risk entry into cybersecurity, as well as those considering a future career in the field.
3300 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85017
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