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Online Safety & Recognizing Scams: Staying Safe in Today's Digital World

Pima County Public Library | Arizona Cybersecurity Clinic Series

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Online Safety & Recognizing Scams: Staying Safe in Today's Digital World | Arizona Cybersecurity Clinic

When

10:30 a.m. – Noon, Nov. 19, 2026

Every day, people encounter suspicious emails, unexpected text messages, fraudulent phone calls and social media scams that can be difficult to identify. As technology and artificial intelligence (AI) continue to evolve, online scams and misinformation are becoming increasingly convincing, making it more important than ever to know what to look for and what to do if something doesn’t seem right.

Join the Arizona Cybersecurity Clinic for an engaging presentation and discussion about online safety, cybersecurity awareness, privacy, AI, social engineering and practical ways to protect yourself in today’s digital world. Learn simple strategies for protecting your personal information, recognizing warning signs, responding to potential scams, and finding trusted resources to help you stay safe and confident online.

Mark your calendars for this presentation and discussion. There will be plenty of time for Q&A. Room capacity limits apply.

Presenters

Dr. Paul Wagner is a professor of practice in cyber operations at the University of Arizona and serves as director of the Arizona Cybersecurity Academy and the Arizona Cybersecurity Clinic. Through the Cybersecurity Clinic, he provides students with hands-on experiential learning while partnering with community organizations to strengthen cybersecurity awareness and resilience. Drawing on more than 20 years of military experience and cybersecurity expertise, Dr. Wagner is dedicated to strengthening cybersecurity resilience through education, outreach and practical guidance for individuals, businesses, and communities.

Dr. Rob Honomichl is an associate professor of practice in cyber operations at the University of Arizona, leads the K-20+ initiatives for the Arizona Cybersecurity Academy and is a member of the Arizona Cybersecurity Clinic. With 25 years of teaching experience in K-12 and higher education, he expands access to computer science, cybersecurity and AI literacy through education, professional development and community outreach. His work helps people of all ages better understand online safety, privacy and emerging technologies and how to recognize and avoid scams, social engineering and online misinformation.

Veronika Kyles is a graduate student in Cyber Operations at the University of Arizona and a member of the Arizona Cybersecurity Clinic. She graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor's degree in Cyber Operations and previously interned at the Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency before earning the highly competitive Department of War Cyber Service Academy scholarship. As part of the program, she completed a summer internship with the Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific in San Diego. Through research, education and community outreach, Veronika is committed to helping individuals and communities stay safe online by making cybersecurity accessible and promoting privacy awareness, cyber threat recognition, and scam prevention.