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April 12, 2025
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Get ready for the first-ever citywide Capture The Flag (CTF) competition happening April 12, 2025 at UIC! Open to students across the city, this in-person event is designed to challenge and inspire cybersecurity enthusiasts of all skill levels.
Participants can compete in beginner and advanced tracks, enjoy food and refreshments, and take advantage of professional growth opportunities through workshops, a networking fair, and an insightful keynote from a top cybersecurity expert.
SCHEDULE
Location: Academic Residential Complex (ARC) - Main Lobby
Take this time to find your team and grab a bite!
Location: ARC 137
Join us to get more information about the competition! We will have a special keynote speaker to give you some words of encouragement!
Location: ARC 241
This 1st workshop will provide an overview of CTF logistics, introduce the team, and walk participants through what to expect throughout the day. It will also be a chance to complete the setup of your Linux environment for the competition.
Location: ARC 241 and 242
Workshop 2 will teach participants of the resources and tools they can use for the competition (treat this as a study guide before the exam!)
Location: ARC - Main Lobby
Eat Eat Eat!
Location: ARC 137
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Location: ARC 240
Need a break from the CTF? Take some time to destress and recharge — we’ve got space for that.
Location: ARC Glass Area
Resume help? Absolutely. Come get it reviewed and improved — and if you need to recharge, our destress zones are still open too.
Location: ARC - Main Lobby
Enjoy some Italian food catered by Pompei Restaurant!
Location: ARC 137
The final hour! The leaderboard will be frozen during the last hour. This is your chance to lock in your final points while judges prepare to pick winners.
Location: ARC - Main Lobby
Connect with industry professionals and fellow students. Make the most of this opportunity to network and learn about career paths.
Location: ARC 137
Join us at the Closing Ceremony to announce the winners of the competition and learn about our board team to do this for the next academic year!
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