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Chris Watley

“I actually found out about the University of Tulsa’s Information Security program through a newspaper article when I was a junior in high school. Every business needs to know how to secure its information, and it’s just a huge field of opportunity. 

“I plan to earn my bachelor’s degree in computer science here at U Tulsa with a focus in computer security, and my ultimate career goal is to go to work for the government. 

“I like working on computers and knowing that my own information is secure. The Cyber Corps program is one of the best computer information security training programs in the nation, and as a member I’ll be helping my country, making sure that classified information is secure.” 

Chris Watley took basic courses at Richland and was a student at the University of Texas at Dallas before transferring to the University of Tulsa’s Center for Information Security, the mentoring institution for the Cyber Security Education Consortium that oversees Richland’s new Digital Forensics program. He was accepted into the university’s highly competitive Cyber Corps program, which trains elite squadrons of computer security experts to form the country's first line of defense against global cyberthreats. Having completed a summer internship for a federal agency last summer, he plans to earn a master’s degree from University of Tulsa as well.


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Christian Castillo

Cristian Castillo

Dallas College student Bachelor’s Degree of Applied Technology
“After being homeschooled and graduating high school with dual credit prerequisites already done, I went straight into the workforce, no intention of getting a degree. I worked in a warehouse for about a year and thought about going into welding, but I injured my back. ... At that point I decided to go for my associate degree, which I accomplished, and now I’m working to get my bachelor’s degree of applied technology in software development this fall. I love that I can do it 100% online because I also take care of my family every day.”
Computer: Programming
MJ Choi

MJ Choi

Accounting Student and Hopeful Future CPA
“Studying in the program has been a rewarding journey. It has made me realize what I'm capable of and has given me more self-esteem. I'm motivated to do my best when I see how passionate the faculty are about helping their students succeed.”
Mathematics (Math)
Mike Singleton

Mike Singleton

Student Assistant Interactive Simulation and Game Technology Richland
“Throughout my involvement in the program, I’ve been impressed by the level of camaraderie displayed by my classmates in their constant efforts to improve both their own skills and the program as a whole.”
Interactive Simulation and Game Technology (Game Design)
Philip Gutierrez

Philip Gutierrez

Transfer student and hopeful future mechanical engineer
“Other students who have come from other programs and community colleges just don’t have anywhere near the same level of experience I’ve gotten at Richland. This program is just solid.”
Mechanical Engineering

Chris Watley
Computer science student Cyber Corps member University of Tulsa Center for Information Security
Computer Science
School of Engineering, Technology, Mathematics and Sciences
Updated September 16, 2025