The best aspects of this course were the original research and the presentations from different agencies. During the original research, students were able to focus on a specific aspect of information security while studying to solve a problem. The presentations informed students on what skil s are in demand. Students also enjoyed the opportunity to have companies directly recruit them. The worst aspect was that class never started on time and people would walk in late. Suggestions for improvement include: adding John’s Hopkins professor who do research in information security as speakers, arranging more seminars from top-level companies, and serving bagels instead of cookies in the mornings. Prospective students should take this course if they want to figure out which agencies and companies would suit them best.

The best aspects of the course included the exposure to current issues facing information security as well as the interaction with outside companies and organizations. Some students claimed that the lectures at times were dull and would have benefitted from a more interactive approach. Suggestions for improvement included securing more time after class for students to talk to guest speakers and inviting more companies to participate in the class. Prospective students should be prepared to attend every seminar.