Karen Paullet

Dr. Karen Paullet is a faculty member in the Computer Information Systems Department within Robert Morris University's School of Data Intelligence and Technology. She has demonstrated exceptional commitment to student success, particularly for military-connected students at RMU.

Dr. Paullet's research and professional interests center on cybersecurity, digital forensics, and information security, with a specialized focus on supporting military-connected students navigating academic and service commitments. Her work bridges technical cybersecurity domains with practical student support systems, emphasizing the unique challenges faced by veterans and active military personnel in higher education.

• 2024 Legacy Award for the Center for Veterans and Military Families (CVMF)
• 2020-2021 RMU SGA Engagement with Students Award
• Faculty Distinguished Service Award for 2013-14

Dr. Paullet has been recognized for her extraordinary dedication to military-connected students, with students specifically noting her practice of announcing temporary absences for service commitments and publicly recognizing military service in the classroom. Her student Lauren Holswade nominated her for the CVMF Legacy Award, highlighting how Dr. Paullet's support consistently goes above and beyond expectations to ensure military students are not overlooked.

Dr. Paullet is associated with Top Secret Colonials (TSC), RMU's cybersecurity student organization, and has participated in the CyberHub Podcast discussing key skills for digital investigators. Her work supports students in computing-related fields through the Craig Paullet Making a Difference Scholarship.