University Students in Study Abroad Program in South Korea

A group of University students recently returned from a study abroad program in South Korea, where they had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the culture and study important topics related to their majors.

Among the participants were Justin K. Bauer, a criminal justice major from Staten Island, New York; Jacob Haley, a cybercrime and homeland security major from Pembroke, Massachusetts; Anthony M. Knof, a criminal justice major from Pompton Plains, New Jersey; John F. Mahoney, a criminal justice major from Rockaway Point, New York; Victor A. Romanek, a criminal justice major from Hampton, New Jersey; Brigida M. Sarcona, a criminal justice major from Staten Island, New York; Jessica M. Sommo, a cybercrime and homeland security major from Commack, New York; Adam J. Steidle, a history major from Stewartsville, New Jersey; Colin A. Straub, a cybercrime and homeland security major from Royersford; Christopher G. Villa, a biology major from Abington; and Finnbarr D. Whittaker, a cybercrime and homeland security major from Scranton.

During the trip, Victor A. Romanek presented his study on “Cyber Bullying and Offender age” at the student poster session of the 2024 International White Hat Conference, while Brigida M. Sarcona presented her research on “Exploring Criminal Offender Age and Motivation in Cyberstalking: An Application of Cyber-Situational Crime Prevention Theory.”

Additionally, two University students, Andrew P. Cupo and Bradley W. Rausch, attended the 2024 International White Hat Conference, where they showcased their own research related to cybercrime and homeland security.

The University’s focus on these topics is evident through their offering of a bachelor’s degree in cybercrime and homeland security since 2020 and a master’s degree in cybercrime investigation and cybersecurity that is available in a fully online format since 2022.

The experiences gained by these students in South Korea and at the conference will undoubtedly help shape their future careers in the fields of criminal justice, cybercrime, and homeland security.