Jaidan Williams, a Granby Comet and cybersecurity major at Old Dominion University, is making waves as a 2022 intern at NASA Langley Research Center. As part of the Campus757 program, Williams is gaining real-world experience and networking opportunities, allowing her to apply her classroom knowledge to actual work situations. The Granby Comet in Campus757 program, run by the Hampton Roads Workforce Council, is designed to foster professional development, networking, and community engagement, with the aim of encouraging students to stay in the area after graduation. Williams, who graduated from Granby High School in 2018 and is attending ODU on a full scholarship, sees a promising future in cybersecurity in the region. Registration for the Campus757 program remains open.
Introduction
From WAVY10 by: Regina Mobley
Jaidan Williams: A Rising Star
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — From the sky, there is no limit. 21-year-old Jaidan Williams, who is a cyber security major at Old Dominion University, is along for the ride at NASA Langley Research Center as a 2022 intern.
The Campus757 Program
Williams graduated from Granby High School in 2018 and is attending ODU on a full scholarship that requires government service.
Professional Development and Networking
“I just present myself as a sponge. Every day, I’m learning something new; I’m getting tasked to do things that actually allow me to apply my classroom knowledge to real-life situations,” said Williams from the 13th floor of Dominion Tower in downtown Norfolk.
Connecting College Students
She’s soaking in what she needs to know, and thanks to a new program, she is shoring up who she needs to know. Jaidan is part of the Hampton Roads Workforce Council’s Campus 757 program.
Program Goals
“So through programming such as professional development workshops, networking, and social and fun events in the community, we feel that if we connect them on a deeper level, they would be more likely to stay after graduation.
Future Plans
“We have the military, we have state and local governments, we have a hospital system here and definitely there are a lot of areas where I can fit in as a cyber security major…I can find employment and still have a good life,” said Williams.
Registration Information
Registration remains open for the Campus757 program.
Click this Campus757 link to apply or call 757-477-6957.
Question & Answer
Who is Jaidan Williams?
Jaidan Williams is a 21-year-old cybersecurity major at Old Dominion University and a 2022 intern at NASA Langley Research Center.
What program is Jaidan Williams a part of?
Jaidan Williams is part of the Campus757 program run by the Hampton Roads Workforce Council.
What are the goals of the Campus757 program?
The goals of the Campus757 program include fostering professional development, networking, and community engagement to encourage students to stay in the area after graduation.
What opportunities is Jaidan Williams gaining through the Campus757 program?
Jaidan Williams is gaining real-world experience and networking opportunities, allowing her to apply her classroom knowledge to actual work situations.
