Each year the EC-Council Academia division formally highlights academic institutions and faculty within North America and across the world that excel each year with lasting impacts on their students’ cybersecurity education and local communities. ECPI University is pleased to announce it was chosen for the “Academia Circle of Excellence” award for the third consecutive year.

The 2023 Academia Circle of Excellence award recognizes schools that have demonstrated exceptional dedication to education. It celebrates institutions that excel in teaching, supporting students, conducting research, and engaging with the community. These schools are chosen based on their commitment to high-quality education and their positive influence on students and society. Winning this award for the third year reinforces ECPI’s efforts in creating a culture of learning and excellence, recognized by both academia and industry leaders like EC-Council.

“At ECPI University, we’re committed to providing our students with hands-on cybersecurity experience through immersive activities, industry partnerships, and rigorous certification programs,” remarked Dr. Keith Morneau, Dean of Cyber & Information Science. “It’s incredibly rewarding to be acknowledged for our contributions to shaping the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.”

The EC-Council helps organizations, educators, governments, and individuals address global workforce problems by developing and curating world-class cybersecurity education programs and certifications. The Council also provides cybersecurity services to some of the largest businesses around the world, as well as the U.S. Department of Defense, global intelligence communities, NATO, and over 2,000 of universities, colleges, and training companies.