Speakers/Sessions
It takes all members of the community to create a secure environment
The WMU Cybersecurity Summit seeks to inform participants of best practices for increasing individual cybersecurity awareness, learn more about cybersecurity in the educational setting, and serve as a networking opportunity within the West Michigan community.
When?
Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025
8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where?
WMU Student Center
The Cybersecurity Summit will take place in the WMU Student Center's second-floor ballroom, and adjacent rooms. For directions and more information about the location visit wmich.edu/student-center
Who should attend?
- IT directors, staff, and their supervisors
- Higher ed leadership and decision-makers
- IT and business-focused instructors and students
- K-12 educational partners
- local and state security professionals
Schedule
Oct. 9, 2025, 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Please note that the schedule is subject to change. We will make every effort to adhere to the planned agenda, but adjustments may be necessary to accommodate unforeseen circumstances.
Morning schedule
Takes place primarily in Ballroom A/B
Afternoon schedule
Takes place in Ballroom A/B and adjacent rooms.
Meet the speakers
An innovative, collaborative team builder and complex problem solver with more than 20 years of higher education administration and executive leadership experience. Relentless culture mechanic and proponent for positive, progressive change. Deeply values transparency and transformative thinking. Constantly seeks opportunities to empower people and teams to develop their talents and creativity, and utilize their experiences, diverse perspectives, and knowledge.
The Bronco Cybersecurity Club stands as a vibrant community, uniting individuals with a common passion for cybersecurity. Our doors are open wide, welcoming enthusiasts from every academic avenue. Here, whether you're majoring in computer science or marketing, your presence is not just welcomed – it's celebrated. Join us, and together we'll unravel the captivating mysteries of cybersecurity.
Exhibitors/Sponsors
- Bronco Cybersecurity Club
- Business Analytics and Information Technology (BAIT)
- Small Business Development Center
- WMU Office of Information Technology
Parking
Parking for the day event will be available in Lot 41 at no charge.
Visit the Campus Maps website for additional campus and parking information.
Meals
Breakfast
Continental breakfast will be served from 8-9 a.m.
Lunch
Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Planning Committee
Thank you!
The 2025 planning committee was comprised of a diverse group of departments and colleges at WMU.
Andrew Holmes
Chief Information Officer
Office of Information Technology
Trevion Thomas
Program Manager Cybersecurity
Business Information Systems
Sarah Cheatham
CRMS Project & Training Spec
Enrollment Management
Tony Hendrix
Associate Director Information Systems
Student Affairs Information Services
Joan Amos
Budget Analyst Sr
Office of Information Technology
Bonnie Gabriel
Small Business Development Center Regional Director
Office of Research and Innovation
Nick Ford and Raiyan Hrid
RSO President and Vice President
Bronco Cybersecurity Club (BCC)
Caden Carr
RSO President
Business Technology Network (BTN)
Lochlan McElroy
RSO President
Western Research Advisory for Vulnerabilities, Exploits, & Networks (WRAVEN)
Garald (Gary) Barton IV
Marketing Manager
Office of Information Technology