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DAVID SIEMIENAS '25
Cyber Operations (BS)
Dakota State University junior Cyber Operations major David Siemienas attended
the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), an annual trade show organized by the
Consumer Technology Association, in January.
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DAVID SIEMIENAS '25
Cyber Operations (BS)
Dakota State University junior Cyber Operations major David Siemienas attended
the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), an annual trade show organized by the
Consumer Technology Association, in January.
CES is an annual event where exhibitors debut their latest advancements in
consumer technology. Additionally, world business leaders discuss industry
issues during a conference program at the showcase. This year, 4300 exhibitors,
from startups to tech giants, participated.
While he’s watched CES online in years past, being able to attend in person was
beneficial for Siemienas. He really enjoyed seeing the keynote speakers in
person, hearing from industry game-changers, and networking.
Much of CES is focused on looking forward to the future, something DSU students
like Siemienas are quite adept at. Based on what he saw at CES and advances in
the industry, he sees personalized automation and automatic customizations
becoming more integrated in consumer technology.
Time at DSU
Siemienas has always been interested in being on the cutting edge, particularly
regarding technology.
“Being able to stay one step ahead of people is always a fun challenge, and so
is trying to outsmart the bad guys,” he said.
This led him to DSU for its distinguished cyber programs, where he found
extracurricular activities that fit his personal interests and allow him to
bolster his cyber skills.
Growing up, he was interested in automating home processes and utilizing video
security with devices like a doorbell camera in his family’s home. This inspired
him to join the Smart Home Lab team in MadLabs. Siemienas works with DSU
Professor Tom Halverson conducting smart home and energy-management research.
The project space includes a home kitchen with smart lighting, window shades,
speakers, kitchen appliances, and a Rheem Marathon water heater.
“The Smart Home Lab has let me explore the home automation space pretty freely,”
he said.
The Smart Home Lab isn’t his only campus activity. This and his experience
running his own home network inspired him to join the CCDC team to work in the
firewall position. They will be competing regionally at the end of February, and
if they advance to nationals, they will compete again in April.
Cyber Operations (BS)
CONNOR STARRETT '24
Computer Science (BS), Cyber Operations (BS)
DSU student Connor Starrett was one of three area Air Force cadets chosen to
attend an Air Force symposium. He is following in his family’s footsteps with a
military career, and wants to do all he can to help other people through his
service.
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CONNOR STARRETT '24
Computer Science (BS), Cyber Operations (BS)
Even as a student, it’s important to network with your peers.
Connor Starrett is able to do just that this week, at the AFA Warfare Symposium
this week in Colorado.
A Dakota State student and Air Force cadet major, Starrett learned of the
professional development opportunity through his ROTC unit, the780th Cadet Wing
at South Dakota State University. He was one of three regional cadets chosen to
attend. The 2023 theme is: “Dominant Air & Space Forces to Deter, Fight & Win.”
Attendees were able to hear from senior Air Force, Space Force, and industry
leaders, network with other military members, spouses, and industry, and visit
with more than 100 exhibitors to learn about the latest technology.
“I also look forward to the opportunity to meet other cadets from across the
country and see ideas they may have,” he stated. “There is a saying that it’s a
small Air Force, but the symposium will provide a chance to develop important
connections now,” he added. As a young future officer, he was looking forward to
hearing from the Air Force leaders, particularly in regard to the cyber
disciplines.
This symposium complements his Dakota State coursework to prepare him for a role
in cyber. A double major in Computer Science and Cyber Operations, Starrett is
looking to join the Space Force after he graduates. He appreciates DSU’s unique
courses, small class sizes, and one-on-one opportunities with professors. These
allow students to dive deeper into topics, something he appreciates as a
transfer student.
“I actually applied to DSU twice,” said the Hampstead, N.C., native. He applied
initially as a high school senior when he was recruited to run track and
cross-country, but due to family health issues he stayed closer to home, at East
Carolina University. When the situation improved, he applied again as a transfer
student. “I moved my things into my Jeep and moved 1500 miles and have not
looked back.”
DSU’s partnership arrangement with the ROTC program at SDSU also gives Dakota
State students the advantage of Air Force opportunities. The collaboration also
helps create a strong partnership between the schools, and allows students to
“build really awesome relationships,” he said.
Starrett’s family relationships have also motivated him for this path. His
parents are Air Force veterans, and after their military careers, they continued
to serve those who served, and he wants to follow their example.
“I want to do what I can do to help other people.”
When he is commissioned as an Air Force officer next spring, “I will be the
first commissioned officer in my family line,” he said, “but I will be standing
on the shoulders of giants.”
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JOHANNA COFFEY '25
Cyber Operations (BS)
Johanna Coffey is a first-generation college student. A sophomore Cyber
Operations major from Madison, S.D., she knows that it can be challenging to
navigate the necessary steps to get to college.
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JOHANNA COFFEY '25
Cyber Operations (BS)
Johanna Coffey is a first-generation college student.
A sophomore Cyber Operations major from Madison, S.D., she knows that it can be
challenging to navigate the necessary steps to get to college. “It’s a learning
experience,” she said.
She is lucky. Her step-grandmother, Dr. Deb Tech, is an Associate Professor at
Dakota State in the College of Business and Information Systems. “Any questions
I have, I can go to her and ask,” Coffey said.
Growing up in Madison, Coffey knew about Dakota State, plus she heard about the
University from Tech, who downplays her impact on Coffey’s decision. “DSU sold
itself to her,” Tech said.
Still, Tech admits, “people may not realize the subtle influence they can have,
even if that influence is more about getting an education than about a specific
institution.”
“I’m just glad I have someone to go to and talk with,” Coffey said.
For other students who don’t have this option, her advice is to “go to somebody
if you don’t know what you’re doing, or call the university. There’s always
someone there who you can go to who will have the answers you’re looking for,
and will help you out.”
Coffey has had a good experience with this at Dakota State. “I love the people
who work here and the people who attend because they’re so friendly. And the
faculty, they know their stuff.”
Coffey is one of those who knows her “stuff” at DSU. She is a work study at the
ITS Help Desk, and Tech said, “I hear she’s doing a great job at the Help Desk.
That makes me proud.”
Coffey chose Cyber Operations as a major because it’s a field that is moving up
in the world, and there will be a need for knowledgeable, trained employees.
“More technology is being pushed out, and that means more people will be needed
in that field, so that’s job security.” She’s developing a particular interest
in security programming, but said, “I love computers and helping people out any
way I can.”
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