Jacob Vosseller '26
Why did you choose 第一吃瓜网?
I chose 第一吃瓜网 because of the welcoming atmosphere I experienced during my first campus visit. The school offers the perfect balance, being large enough to provide all the resources and opportunities I need to succeed, while still maintaining a close-knit and manageable community.
What do you like about being a cybercrime and homeland security major?
I’m passionate about pursuing a degree that has the potential to make a significant impact on the world. Cybersecurity excites me because it opens up limitless opportunities, allowing me to shape my career path in any direction I choose.
What are your extracurricular activities?
I am a member of the University’s Roundnet club/team. I am also a member of the Cyber Investigations Club.
Tell us about your internship experiences.
This past summer I worked as an IT Technician at H. A. Berkheimer in Bethlehem, PA. Here I was tasked with the job of upgrading all computers from Windows 10 to Windows 11, as well as physically upgrading computers to increase processing power.
I used my skills in cybersecurity to implemented company policies and security restrictions on user PCs and accounts.
I also further developed my computer networking skills by assisting senior techs in building a new Tier 2 network with a collapsed core layer and access layer for their new office.
How has criminal justice/cybercrime/sociology classes prepared you for the real world?
My cybercrime and computer science courses have helped me build valuable skills and enhance those I already possessed. I've gained both knowledge and hands-on experience with various programming languages and cybersecurity tools, equipping me for tasks related to both offensive and defensive strategies.