Research Security Lunch-N-Learn: Travel Security Essentials for Researchers

​In today’s interconnected academic landscape, international travel is more important than ever to collaborate with global partners, attend conferences, and conduct fieldwork. While travel enriches research and discovery, it also presents unique security challenges considering the rapidly evolving geopolitical context. This session will provide an overview of travel security best practices and inform you of UCalgary programs and services available to help you travel securely – including travel security briefings, the International Loaner Device Program, and registering your international travel. You will learn basic steps you can take to protect yourself when preparing to travel, navigating border points of entry, and safeguarding sensitive research data while abroad.

​Speakers:

​Matt Gale, Manager of Compliance, Research Security

​Jesse Kon, Manager of Deskside Tech Services, Customer Technology Services

​Representative from UCalgary Risk Management

​Lunch will be provided