Dr. Sherali Zeadally (Associate Professor, Information Communication Technology) has been named a 2016 recipient of the George F. McClure Citation of Honor for his work in the field of Cybersecurity. The IEEE-USA board of directors recognized Zeadally for his “outstanding research and educational contributions to promote and strengthen cybersecurity awareness in the United States". The Citation of Honor is an IEEE-USA national award recognizing "individuals who have made exemplary contributions toward achieving the aims of professional activities in the United States." Recent past recipients include Dr. Winslow Sargeant who served as Chief Counsel for Advocacy in the US Small Business Administration’s Office of Advocacy (2010-2015) under President Obama's administration.

The University of Kentucky School of Information Science applauds Dr. Zeadally for his continued dedication to teaching and research in the area of Cybersecurity. The School congratulates him on this national accomplishment. To learn more about Dr. Zeadally's publications, professional service, and research activities, please visit his website.