Course # 33820 Section Number 1 Day(s) Th Time(s) 5:00pm-7:50pm Term Winter 2026 Instructor Jacob Braun; Noah Praetz Syllabus Syllabus 12/9/24 This course is designed to offer students an overview of the current cybersecurity landscape and the corresponding human rights implications. Students will hear first-hand insider perspectives from public and private sector cyber professionals and international experts across the cybersecurity and human rights fields. Divided into 3 parts, students will gain insight on Cyber Security Technology, Protecting Citizens From Governments Online, and Combating Cyber Predators. Co-taught with Noah Praetz. Course Sections Quarter Course # Title Instructor Day(s) Time(s) Syllabus Winter 2026 PPHA 33820/1 Democracy Hacked: Cyber Threats to Modern Governments in the Digital Age Jacob Braun; Noah Praetz Thursday 5:00pm-7:50pm Syllabus Recent News More news New Book by Cyber Policy Initiative's Jake Braun on America’s Secret Fentanyl War Against the Sinaloa Cartel, Chinese Accomplices Thu., October 30, 2025 ‘A Force Multiplier’ Wed., October 29, 2025 The Hidden Volatility of American Paychecks Mon., October 27, 2025 Upcoming Events More events Writing Workshop with David Chrisinger Mon., November 03, 2025 | 9:00 AM Drop-in with a Director Tue., November 04, 2025 | 9:00 AM Get to Know Harris! Virtual Info Session for Fair Attendees Tue., November 04, 2025 | 11:30 AM
March 24, 2025 Q&A: Senior Lecturer Rebecca Wolfe Discusses the Trump Administration’s Actions on Foreign Aid and Humanitarian Programs
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