So you think you're the victim of a cybercrime.. now what?

You should report the situation as soon as you find out about it. We encourage Wisconsin citizens to report cyber incidents to the Wisconsin Statewide Intelligence Center (WSIC) by emailing cybercrimes@doj.state.wi.us or by calling 888-324

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Today’s mobile devices are just as powerful as any personal computer, so it’s important that you take the same online safety precautions with your smartphone and tablet as you do with your computer. If you’re using wireless technology outside of your home, you should know about the security threats

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Student in a crowd holding cell phone

Nicolet College’s most recent Nursing graduates posted a 100 percent pass rate on their first attempt at the national licensing exam to become registered nurses.

“We were absolutely thrilled when we found out that all of our students who finished the Nursing program this past December were

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nursing students practicing with sanitary preparation

Social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter are a great way to stay connected with others, but you should be wary about how much personal information you post. Threats commonly found on social networking sites include the following:

Spam and Online Scams
Every email scam has its equivalent

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International travel can open your eyes to new ways of living and allow you to think outside of your "normal." Ocie Kilgus, Nicolet Spanish Instructor, shares how even a seemingly small difference between Guatemalan yards and our own bring new considerations, thought, and respect for beauty:

One of

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Courtyard with fountain in guatemala

Phishing email messages are crafted to look as if they’ve been sent from a legitimate organization. They often urge you to act quickly because your account has been compromised or someone is trying to send you money. Don’t take the bait! Their purpose is to fool you into visiting unsafe, yet

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It’s more important than ever to “Be Cyber Aware.” But what does that really mean? Simply put, it means thinking through your daily interactions with technology whether that’s checking your email, posting to social media, or shopping online. There’s a staggering amount of our personal information

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It's February, which means that winter is starting to feel a little long, especially in the Northwoods when we may be looking at a couple more months of snow and cold temperatures. But Nicolet can help you beat those winter blues!

Attend Yeti Fest on February 23 – This new winter fest event will

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snowy landscape of campus in winter

When it comes to studying, some people prefer to study in quiet spots; others prefer a little bit of action around them. Here at Nicolet College, there are many obvious and “hidden gem” areas that would make perfect study spots. Here are a few of our favorites:

  1. Lakeside Center Patio Area. This
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Writing a winning scholarship essay can mean the difference between receiving an award check and an email thanking you for your application. So how do you write a memorable essay that stands out? Here are a few tips to get you started.

  1. Plan Ahead. It’s a good idea to check out all the available
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Students studying outdoors at Nicolet College