Welcome to Cyber House Rock, where cybersecurity meets creativity! Inspired by the beloved Schoolhouse Rock series, Cyber House Rock turns complex digital safety concepts into fun and educational content for all ages. Our mission is to make cybersecurity knowledge accessible for all, helping you protect yourself and your community from cyber threats. From safeguarding passwords to recognizing phishing attacks, we cover it all in a format that’s fun and easy to follow.
Dr. Doug Jacobson is a University Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Iowa State University, where he also serves as the Director of the Center for Cybersecurity Innovation and Outreach. With a passion for making cybersecurity education accessible to all, Dr. Jacobson has dedicated his career to empowering individuals and communities with the knowledge they need to navigate today’s complex digital world safely.
Dr. Jacobson and his team are committed to building a safer digital future by fostering security literacy. Their work extends beyond academia, engaging students, professionals, and the broader public through many educational initiatives. Whether developing interactive platforms or organizing community outreach, they continue to have a lasting impact on how cybersecurity is understood and practiced across Iowa and beyond.
Cyber House Rock is supported through Jacobson’s named faculty position, the Sunil and Sujata Gaitonde Professorship in Cybersecurity.
Voice Actors:
Lindsay Foster, Jeff Foster, Karie Foster, Bensen Foster, Alycia West
Software Used:
Canva, Animaker, Reallusion Cartoon Animator, Adobe, Audacity
Video Creators:
Alycia West, Lindsay Foster, Jaida Morrison, Minh Le
Artists:
Jessica Koch, Jaida Morrison, Minh Le
Lyrics:
ChatGPT, Doug Jacobson, Lindsay Foster
Music Obtained from Canva and Animaker
