ISU dedicates new cybercrime lab
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Indiana State University on Thursday dedicated its new cybercrime lab in honor of its board chairman, a former FBI special agent.
The Robert E. Casey Cybercriminology and Intelligence Analysis Laboratory will provide students with hands-on experience in cybersecurity and intelligence in the digital world, the university said in a news release.
“Supporting Indiana State University in creating this laboratory is deeply meaningful to me,” Casey said. “It represents an investment in both technology and student potential, preparing future leaders for some of the most critical public and private sector careers of the 21st century. Indiana State’s mission of empowering students to thrive aligns with my vision for a future where education and innovation shape our world. It’s an honor to play a part in this transformative endeavor.”
As an FBI special agent, Casey served in field office assignments in Phoenix, Chicago and Miami was the special agent in charge in Dallas. He also served two tours at FBI headquarters in Washington, D.C., where he held the rank of deputy assistant director in the Directorate of Intelligence. His law enforcement career also included a role as a Houston police officer.
After leaving the FBI in 2012, he served as the chief of security at Eli Lilly and Co. for more than a decade.
The new cybercrime lab aims to prepare students to tackle the challenges of a digital age, the university said.
“The Robert E. Casey Cybercriminology and Intelligence Analysis Laboratory stands as a testament to Indiana State University’s commitment to providing students with hands-on experience in the ever-evolving fields of cybersecurity and intelligence,” ISU President Mike Godard said. “This cutting-edge facility equips our students with the tools, tradecraft, and skills necessary for success in today’s complex digital and intelligence landscapes. Trustee Casey’s leadership and unwavering support have been instrumental in making this vision a reality.”
Indiana State University offers bachelor’s degrees in computer engineering technology, computer science and cybercriminology and security studies and a master’s degree in computer science.