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2025 Aspen Cyber Summit Scholar Program

Aspen Digital is proud to announce the launch of the Aspen Cyber Summit Scholar Program, in collaboration with our small business partners Raj Ferber PLLC and Alethea.​​​​ The Scholar Program provides next generation cybersecurity leaders with the opportunity to engage with issues shaping the digital world and connect with experts across sectors.

Meet the Scholars

Our Scholars represent ten universities across eight states and the District of Columbia. Their unique voice, experiences, and expertise will be a valuable addition to this year’s Summit, and we’re thrilled to welcome them. The inaugural cohort includes:

  • Joleen Buchanan, Master's in Geospatial Information Science and Technology, North Carolina State University ‘27

  • Kaitlynn Cherry, BA in International Relations and minors in Chinese and Computer Science, Boston University ‘27

  • Sage Despeignes, BS in Computer Science, Bowie State University ‘26

  • Nikhita Dhenuvakonda, MS in Cybersecurity, New York University ‘25

  • Blain Hailemariam, Master's in Cybersecurity Risk Management, Georgetown University ‘27

  • Kelly Huang, BA in Intelligence and Cyber Operations, University of Southern California ‘25

  • Amolika Kondapalli, BS in Informatics - Human Centered Data Science, University of Texas at Austin ‘26

  • Fidan Mirzad, MBA, Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management ’27

  • Moksh Mukkatira, MS in Global Security, Conflict, and Cybercrime, New York University ‘25

  • Juan Carlos Murillo, MS in Cybersecurity, New York University ‘26

  • Shrey Patel, MS in Cybersecurity, George Washington University ‘26

  • Antonia-Laura Pup, MA in Security Studies, Georgetown University ‘26

  • Ilse Ramon, Master's in Cybersecurity Risk Management, Georgetown University ‘26

  • Haley Reyes, BS in Computer Science, Bowie State University ‘26

  • Sribalaji Annamalai Senthilkumar, MS in Cybersecurity, George Washington University ‘26

  • Ana Stanisavljevic, BS in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Duke University ‘26

  • Kris Yun, BS in Computer Science and Social Policy, Northwestern University ‘27

Supported by the contributions of small business partners, the Scholar Program is designed to create access, spark dialogue, and foster a more inclusive and dynamic cybersecurity community. Thank you to our 2025 Scholar Partners Raj Ferber PLLC and Alethea!

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Scholars:

  • Enjoy a complimentary ticket to the Aspen Cyber Summit, including access to all of our main stage keynotes, panel discussions, and fireside chats

  • Attend an exclusive Aspen Cyber Summit Scholar Lunch on site during the Summit

  • Connect and network with Scholar Partner organizations

  • Receive support with lodging and transportation, if eligible

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