Angela Hollman

Dr. Angela Hollman is a Professor in the Cyber Systems department at the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK). She specializes in cybersecurity education, rural-urban digital divide issues, and middle school technology interventions. Her work bridges technical expertise with educational outreach, particularly focusing on engaging underrepresented groups in cybersecurity careers.

Education:

• Ph.D., Educational Leadership and Higher Education, University of Nebraska at Lincoln
• M.S.Ed., Instructional Technology, Teacher Education, University of Nebraska at Lincoln
• B.S., Computer Information Systems, University of Nebraska at Kearney

Research emphasizes practical solutions for rural broadband accessibility, digital inclusion, and K-12 cybersecurity education. She has secured over $1 million in grants, including funding for the Rural Measures project addressing broadband disparities. Recent work analyzes consumer perspectives on rural internet quality and GIS applications in healthcare accessibility.

Awards include multiple teaching and research recognitions. Her pedagogical style prioritizes hands-on learning and interactive engagement, reflecting her belief in making technical concepts accessible to diverse audiences.

Labs/Initiatives: Leads the Rural Measures project and collaborates on cybersecurity education programs targeting middle schoolers. Active in professional organizations like Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) and the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM).