USENIX Security '24 Activities

To enhance your symposium experience, several attendee events are planned throughout the week. They are open to all USENIX Security '24 attendees. Check back here for the latest additions to the activities schedule.

Student Mentoring

Tuesday, 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
Conference Rooms 407–409

USENIX Security is hosting a mentoring event for students/junior folks in computer security and privacy on Tuesday, August 13, from 7:00 pm–8:00 pm. The event will be structured as speed mentoring, where participants meet with pre-assigned mentors in 15–20 minute blocks. To take part, please sign up via this form by July 26 or until space is filled.


Symposium Reception

Wednesday, 6:00 pm–7:30 pm
Franklin Hall

Mingle with fellow attendees at the USENIX Security '24 Reception, featuring dinner, drinks, and the chance to connect with other attendees, speakers, and symposium organizers.

Student Meet-Up

Wednesday, 7:30 pm–8:30 pm
Conference Rooms 407–409
Refreshments provided by Futurewei

All student attendees and Program Committee members are invited to join an informal mixer. Snacks and drinks will be provided.


Symposium Luncheon and Test of Time Award Presentation

Thursday, 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
Franklin Hall

Poster Session and Happy Hour

Thursday, 6:00 pm–7:30 pm
Franklin Hall

Check out the cool new ideas and the latest preliminary work on display at the Poster Session and Happy Hour. Take advantage of the opportunity to mingle with colleagues who may share your area of interest while enjoying complimentary food and drinks. View the list of accepted posters.

USENIX LGBTQ+ and Allies Happy Hour

Thursday, 7:30 pm–8:30 pm
Conference Rooms 407–409
Refreshments provided by Google

We welcome LGBTQ+ attendees and allies in the security community to mingle and discuss topics relevant to the LGBTQ+ community.


TikTok Sponsor Meetup and Happy Hour

Thursday, 7:30 pm–8:30 pm
Conference Rooms 411–412

Join TikTok for a special one-hour event! This is a fantastic opportunity to network, socialize, and engage in casual discussions about Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs). Connect with research scientists from TikTok's Privacy Innovation team to learn about our latest projects and ask any questions you have about our research.

Enjoy a variety of refreshments as you share insights with peers. We look forward to seeing you there and fostering meaningful conversations about the future of privacy and technology.

 

Birds-of-a-Feather Sessions (BoFs)

Tuesday, 7:00 pm–9:00 pm
Wednesday, 7:30 pm–10:30 pm
Thursday, 7:30 pm–10:30 pm

Registered attendees may schedule Birds-of-a-Feather sessions (BoFs) and reserve meeting rooms for them in one-hour increments via the BoFs schedule grid posted outside the badge pickup area. The Attendee Guide, which will be sent to registered attendees shortly before the event, contains more details for scheduling a BoF.