Brad L. Mortensen, President of Weber State University joins Ann on this week's episode of Afternoon Cyber Tea to discuss the evolving role of higher education in preparing the future cybersecurity workforce. Brad shares how Weber State supports students from all backgrounds through open enrollment, stackable credentials, real-world learning partnerships, and a focus on both technical training and durable human skills like communication, resilience, and problem solving. He talks about the rise of AI in the classroom, the importance of industry collaboration, and why fostering adaptability and creativity is essential to meeting growing cyber talent demands.

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