BU’s Metropolitan College (MET) is recognized as a leader in the field of criminal justice education.
Available online or evenings on campus, Criminal Justice graduate programs at BU MET provide an interdisciplinary understanding of contemporary criminal justice challenges, including critical areas such as crime analysis, cybercrime investigations, and strategic management. BU MET’s active learning environment ensures that you develop practical skills that can be immediately applied on the job whi
05/28/2026
⚽️ The promises to bring global drama—but it will also mean increased risks for host cities. Starting next week in Mendoza, Argentina, this year’s International White Hat Conference will examine these challenges through its theme, “Cybersecurity & Digital Crime Prevention: Building Global Readiness for Mega Events.”
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05/19/2026
There’s still time to register for the seventh annual International White Hat Conference, which will be held June 1–3, 2026.
This year’s focus is “Cybersecurity & Digital Crime Prevention: Building Global Readiness for Mega Events.”
Free to attend, the conference will be offered virtually and on-site in Argentina.
Cybercrime prevention affects us all. What role will you play in the plight?
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White Hat Conference | White Hat Conference 2026 International White Hat Conference Cybersecurity & Digital Crime Prevention: Building Global Readiness for Mega Events Hosted by Boston University and the Center for CIC June 1–3, 2026Mendoza, Argentina Online and In-Person Global mega events, such as the FIFA World Cup, present heightened ri...
Mega events like the World Cup draw more than just enthusiastic viewers—they can also be an attraction for cyber-criminals.
In this video, BU MET Professor of the Practice Kyung-shick Choi discusses this year’s International White Hat Conference, which will focus on “Cybersecurity & Digital Crime Prevention: Building Global Readiness for Mega Events.
04/13/2026
Registration is now open for the seventh annual International White Hat Conference, held June 1–3, 2026—attendance is free, whether you attend virtually or on site.
With a focus on “Cybersecurity & Digital Crime Prevention: Building Global Readiness for Mega Events,” this year’s conference will be held in Mendoza, Argentina.
It is hosted by Boston University Metropolitan College’s Criminal Justice programs and its Center for Cybercrime Investigation & Cybersecurity, along with partners from the Province of Mendoza, Argentina’s Ministry of Security and Justice, major regional universities, and key private-sector organizations.
Register Today!
White Hat Conference | White Hat Conference 2026 International White Hat Conference Cybersecurity & Digital Crime Prevention: Building Global Readiness for Mega Events Hosted by Boston University and the Center for CIC June 1–3, 2026Mendoza, Argentina Online and In-Person Global mega events, such as the FIFA World Cup, present heightened ri...
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Boston professor explains use of surveillance video in Brown University shooting investigation The cybersecurity expert says the investigation will be a convergence of time, technology and public cooperation.
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To jumpstart her law enforcement career, MSCJ candidate Celia “Cece” Carl was hired by the Boston University Police Department as a research graduate assistant.
Learn more about what lessons her hands-on experiences had to offer ➡️
Crime Analysis Student Learns Essentials of Law Enforcement with BUPD To get a jump on her law enforcement career, MSCJ candidate Celia “Cece” Carl was hired by the Boston University Police Department as a research graduate assistant. Read on to learn about what lessons her hands-on experiences had to offer.
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