Cyber Experience Day 2026
Date: October 15, 2026
Time: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location: Marshall University Memorial Student Center
1 John Marshall Dr.
Huntington, WV 25703
The ICS Cyber Experience is an opportunity for high school sophomores, juniors and seniors to explore the world of Cyber Forensics, Cybersecurity and Computer Science. Students will get the chance to get hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and techniques in our state-of-the-art labs, interact with students and faculty involved in the program, and learn more about what their career may look like if they pursue cyber.
This program is designed for students who are already interested in cyber as a career, as well as those who are still exploring their future options.
Some exercises require a personal laptop or an approved school-provided device. If you are unable to bring a device, please indicate this on the registration form, and one will be provided for you.
Program Overview
During the Cyber Experience, students will:
- Computer Science: Explore the fundamentals of computer programming through an interactive, hands-on coding exercise.
- Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT): Learn how Google can be utilized by investigators to uncover valuable information in our Advanced Digital Forensics Lab.
- Cyberhive Lab: Put your skills to the test in a beginner-friendly Capture the Flag challenge featuring hands-on exercises in OSINT, webpage inspection, and steganography.
- Cybersecurity Presentation: Hear from cybersecurity students and gain insights into current threats, careers, and opportunities.
- Receive a tour of Marshall’s campus from our recruitment department.
- Meet with Marshall University’s recruitment team, ask questions about admissions, and discover what it’s like to be part of the Herd.
Program Benefits
Benefits for attendees include:
- Attendees will learn about one of the fastest-growing fields in the nation.
- Attendees will meet university faculty, staff and students who share your interests.
- Students who attend the Cyber Experience will have the opportunity to apply to Marshall University for free.
Register for Cyber Experience Day
Please note that lunch is not included with this event. The Cyber Experience will end at 12:30 p.m., so students and participating schools should plan for lunch arrangements after the program concludes.