Cybersecurity Innovation Center

“Protecting our students, our staff, and the integrity of our learning environment is a fundamental responsibility of Riverside High School, and our partnership with the West Virginia State University Google Cybersecurity Clinic has helped us advance that work. The clinic’s assessment offered a clear-eyed look at our existing strengths and a practical path forward, building on the cybersecurity foundation already established in coordination with Kanawha County Schools. As a member of the Riverside High School community, I am grateful to Dr. Ali Al-Sinayyid and student cybersecurity consultant SM Rahat Islam for their guidance, and I look forward to seeing our school build on their recommendations. Riverside High School is proud to stand alongside WVSU in advancing both cybersecurity education and the safety of the communities we share.” – David McCloud, Teacher

“Few responsibilities matter more to the Drain-Jordan Library than safeguarding the intellectual property and information resources of the community we serve, and our partnership with the West Virginia State University Google Cybersecurity Clinic has been instrumental in providing a framework for thinking about how we secure these assets. The clinic’s assessment provided a targeted look at our ability to protect sensitive data and proprietary materials, identifying key areas for improvement in our access controls, policy frameworks, and incident response planning to prevent unauthorized access or data loss. We are deeply grateful to Dr. Ali Al-Sinayyid and Student Cybersecurity Consultant SM Rahat Islam, whose expertise has helped us establish a more secure environment for the intellectual contributions and digital heritage we house. The Drain-Jordan Library is proud to collaborate with WVSU to advance cybersecurity education and the long-term integrity of our community’s collective knowledge.” – Gary Ginther, MLIS, MEd, Director, Drain-Jordan Library, West Virginia State University

“WVSU Bookstore would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the staff and faculty of West Virginia State University for providing students the opportunity to participate in the Cybersecurity Clinic. Programs like this play a critical role in strengthening cybersecurity awareness and readiness across essential sectors. Through our collaboration with the WVSU Cybersecurity Clinic, and with the support of student researcher Samuel Adewumi, our organization was able to gain valuable insights into our current cybersecurity posture and identify key areas for improvement. We highly value this partnership and commend the program for its contribution to both student development and community cybersecurity resilience.” – Dave Hays, Bookstore Supervisor

“Ferguson Memorial Baptist Church extends its sincere appreciation to the staff and faculty of West Virginia State University for providing students the opportunity to participate in the Cybersecurity Clinic. Programs such as this are vital in equipping the next generation with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape. Through our collaboration with the WVSU Cybersecurity Clinic, and with the dedicated support of student researcher Samuel Adewumi, our church gained meaningful insights into our current cybersecurity posture and identified important opportunities to strengthen our systems and safeguards. We are grateful for this partnership and commend the program for its commitment to both student development and the well-being of organizations like ours.” – Min. Foster, Ferguson Memorial Baptist Church

“The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation extends its sincere appreciation to the staff and faculty of West Virginia State University for creating meaningful opportunities for students to engage in the Cybersecurity Clinic. Initiatives such as this are essential to advancing cybersecurity awareness and strengthening readiness across critical sectors. Through our collaboration with the WVSU Cybersecurity Clinic, and with the outstanding contributions of student researcher Samuel Adewumi, we gained valuable insights into our current cybersecurity posture and identified strategic areas for enhancement. We are grateful for this partnership and commend the program for its dual impact: equipping the next generation of cybersecurity professionals while reinforcing the resilience of organizations and communities it serves.” – Michelle M. Foster, Ph.D., President and CEO, The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation

“Protecting our customers, our team, and the day-to-day operations of our business is a top priority at Ridge View BBQ, and our partnership with the West Virginia State University Google Cybersecurity Clinic has helped us advance that work. The clinic’s assessment offered a clear-eyed look at our existing strengths and a practical path forward for further hardening our systems against cyber threats. As the owner of Ridge View BBQ, I am grateful to Dr. Ali Al-Sinayyid and student consultant Rahat Islam for their guidance, and I look forward to building on their recommendations. Ridge View BBQ is proud to stand alongside WVSU in supporting cybersecurity education and the resilience of small businesses in our community.” – Nicki Gohlmann, Owner