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Cornerstone Series: Digital fraud in today’s world

Cornerstone Fraud

Join experts across Virginia to learn about the latest trends in consumer fraud and how you can protect yourself. 

We're hosting six lectures for Cornerstone Alumni to learn about Medicare fraud, holiday scams, cyber crimes and electronic devices, online romance scams, and artificial intelligence. Our last lecture in the series will be about recovery and consumer empowerment following a scam attempt. Speakers will include the Virginia State Police, AARP, the Better Business Bureau, and more.

Currently, Virginia ranks No. 10 nationwide on reportable scams to seniors. Come learn, ask questions, and leave ready react to these situations. Registrants will receive a link to an audio recording and the recorded Zoom session after the event.

Next in the series

Recovery and Empowerment after Fraud
  • What: Recovery and Empowerment After Fraud
  • When: Tuesday, April 9 from 1-2 p.m. EST via Zoom
  • Cost: Registration is free but you can make a gift to support Virginia Tech's Gerontology Annual Fund.

Contact

For more information about this event, contact J. Shannon Hammons at jshannonh93@vt.edu or 540-231-8673. 

About Cornerstone Alumni

Cornerstone Alumni are the university’s most passionate and respected alumni. This group is comprised of alumni who have graduated 50 years or more ago. They represent the foundation of our university and its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve).

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