2023-2024 LAC Scholarship Recipients
Angel Argueta Computer Science MS | Nigel Francis Cybersecurity | |||||
Honduras | Dominica | |||||
Advisor: Dr. Wei Zhang Thesis Title: Integrating Evolutionary Algorithms with Deep Learning for Enhanced Feature Selection in Large-Scaled Datasets | Advisor: Thesis Title: | |||||
“The Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) Scholarship will play a crucial role in my academic journey at CECS by providing essential financial support for my Master's program in Computer Science/Artificial Intelligence. I am dedicated to utilizing the knowledge and skills gained through this scholarship to make a positive impact in my home country and beyond. I am sincerely grateful for this opportunity and eagerly anticipate making the most of it.” | The increasing significance of AI and the prevalence of cyber tools have elevated the demand for cybersecurity expertise in Latin America and the Caribbean. The LAC scholarship has played a pivotal role in enabling me to address this need by removing financial barriers and facilitating my pursuit of a master's degree in cybersecurity at the University of Central Florida. As a first-generation college student, this opportunity has allowed me to fulfill my lifelong aspiration of becoming a leader in the field, capable of making a positive impact on the region. | |||||