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Portrait of Leilah Peden

Honor Society® member

Leilah Peden

  • Lamar University
  • cybersecurity
  • Class of 2029
  • USA

Member since January 2026

About

I am a motivated college freshman majoring in cybersecurity with a strong interest in protecting digital systems and information. I am passionate about learning how technology works, understanding cyber threats, and applying my knowledge beyond the classroom through research and hands-on practice. I strive to grow academically and professionally while promoting responsibility, curiosity, and digital safety in an ever-evolving technological world.

Education

  • lamar university

    cybersecurity

    2025 – Present

Honors and awards

  • president's list

    The President’s List recognizes students who achieve a perfect 4.0 grade point average for the semester, reflecting a high level of academic excellence and consistent performance across all courses.

Goals and interests

Career goal

My intended job path is to pursue a career in cybersecurity as a security analyst or cybersecurity engineer, where I can help protect organizations from cyber threats and data breaches. I plan to continue building my skills through hands-on experience, certifications, and internships, with the long-term goal of contributing to stronger digital security and staying ahead of emerging threats.

Graduate school interests

am interested in attending graduate school to further deepen my knowledge of cybersecurity and advanced security technologies. Earning a graduate degree would allow me to specialize in areas such as cyber defense, digital forensics, or network security, and better prepare me for leadership and advanced technical roles in the field.