APPENDIX IX: DIGITAL FORENSICS AND CYBERSECURITY M.S

Dear Students,

Welcome to the Digital Forensics and Cyber Security Master’s program at John Jay. This program provides a balance of practice and theory through study in computer science, law, and criminal justice. Our students are trained to become digital forensic scientists and experts who can apply and sustain their expertise as new technological and societal challenges emerge, who understand the scientific, legal and criminal justice context of high technology crime, and who can effectively communicate their knowledge to others. As your journey begins, I would like you to know that your Program Advisor and Program Director are committed to your success. You are always welcome to email us when you have questions about your academic journey. We welcome you to reach out to us for assistance with your course planning before registration begins. We are here to support and guide you in the right direction. Before you embark on your first semester with us, here are top 8 tips, more like list of MUST Dos:

1) Make sure you have a John Jay email address 2) Add “Check my John Jay email” to your daily tasks list 3) Test your access to CUNY First and Blackboard 4) Check your blackboard profile to make sure that your email address is correct 5) Reach out to your program advisor for course planning questions 6) Make sure you are registered for classes 7) Start exploring internship options 8) Connect with your cohort, classmates and others in the D4CS program We are just an email away.

Please reach out when you have questions and follow up if you don’t get a response after 2 working days.

Email: sjain@jjay.cuny.edu (Prof. Shweta Jain, Program Advisor) dsalane@jjay.cuny.edu (Prof. Doug Salane, Program Director)