We are pleased to present the winners of the 2007 Computer Security Awareness Video Contest conducted by the EDUCAUSE/Internet2 Computer and Network Security Task Force, the National Cyber Security Alliance, and ResearchChannel to raise awareness of and increase computer security at colleges and universities.

The contest sought videos that explain computer security problems and specific actions college and university students can take to safeguard their computers or personal information.

Winning videos were selected for creativity, content, technical quality, and overall effectiveness of delivery. Cash prizes were awarded to winners in each category. The two gold winners received $1,000, the two silver winners received $800, and the two bronze winners received $400 in cash prizes. Five honorable mentions were also selected in each category.

We extend a big thanks to everyone who submitted an entry, and congratulations to this year's winners!

 

30 Second Public Service Announcement Category

Gold Award - 1st Prize Winner

Avoid Infection
Joseph Ellis, University of Delaware

Silver Award - 2nd Prize Winner

Whoa, That's Awkward
Evan Michels, Dartmouth College

Bronze Award - 3rd Prize Winner

When You Least Expect It
Nolan Portillo, California State University - Bakersfield

Honorable Mentions

 

2 Minute or Less Program Category

Gold Award - 1st Prize Winner

Identity Theft for Criminals
Scott Polcyn, University of Central Florida

Silver Award - 2nd Prize Winner

Out in the Open
Mark Lancaster, Texas A&M University

Bronze Award - 3rd Prize Winner

A Short Film About Data Protection
Chris Herbein, Pennsylvania College of Technology

Honorable Mentions