CSIS lecture

Tuesday night the Southeast Missouri State University 2010-2011 Speakers Series continues with James Lewis, director and senior fellow of the Technology and Public Policy Programs at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS).

Lewis researches innovation and economic change, Internet policy and cybersecurity, space programs and intelligence reform at CSIS.

Before joining the center, Lewis served as a member of the U.S. Foreign Service and Senior Executive Service, focusing on national security and technology-related issues.

Holding a doctoral degree from the University of Chicago, Lewis has authored numerous publications since joining the center including one titled "Securing Cyberspace in the 44th Presidency."

Lewis's appearance comes as Southeast prepares to offer a new bachelor of science degree in cybersecurity.

Southeast is one of only four institutions in the country that partners in the CSIS student seminars.

Each year a diverse group of students from the university are chosen to attend the center during spring break to study a variety of global issues.

Cybersecurity has become a critical issue affecting multiple aspects of our lives. The more we know about the potential risks it can introduce, the better we can all prepare and protect ourselves.

The Lewis lecture will be at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday in Glenn Auditorium at Dempster Hall. The event is free and open to the public.