UAF Homeland Security & Emergency Management

05/16/2022

Strategy, Competition, and Legitimization: Development of the Arctic Zone of the Russian Federation - by Sergey Sukhankin, P. Whitney Lackenbauer & Troy Bouffard

Open-access at:https://arcticyearbook.com/images/yearbook/2021/Scholarly-Papers/12_AY2021_Sukhankin.pdf

03/20/2022

Partners in Emergency Preparedness Conference is excited to announce the 2022 Keynote Speakers:
• Dr. Umair Shah, Washington State Secretary of Health
• Hilary Franz, Washington State Commissioner of Public Lands
Dr. Umair Shar will address the audience and discuss the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, how they will be applied for the next pandemic, and how the emergency management community can help support consistent messaging to the public.

Hilary Franz, will discuss the growing wildfire issues in the region and how the emergency management community can play a key role in community preparedness and emergency communications. Register now at: https://piepc.org/?fbclid=IwAR09ca4RfpUuoWQCkP-z0D6KUj-nK1nfEvu5xwkFqc7qF_k6hamL7m1_mK8

03/18/2022

Congratulations Miguel! Proud to have to in the HSEM program at CBSM!

Congratulations to our March Warrior of the Month - Cadet Miguel Saavedra!

Cadet Miguel Saavedra is a Senior at the University of Alaska Fairbanks and a recipient of a 3 year Army ROTC scholarship. Cadet Saavedra is pursuing a Bachelors in Homeland Security and Emergency Management with a concentration in Police Leadership Management while maintaining a 3.7 GPA. Due to his outstanding performance Cadet Saavedra is a member of the Order of the Sword and Shield National Honor Society. Cadet Saavedra has played hockey for 15 years and assists in teaching his fellow classmates in his recreational hockey class in addition to volunteering time with the youth hockey program in his hometown of Glennallen, Alaska. Cadet Saavedra is the recipient of multiple awards throughout his tenure with the Nanook Battalion and was selected to represent the University as a part of the Nanook Battalion Ranger Challenge team. Cadet Saavedra was branched Army Aviation and will begin his training as a U.S. Army Aviator this coming year with hopes to select the CH-47 Chinook helicopter as his platform. Miguel hopes to one day return to Alaska and be involved in youth hockey coaching. Cadet Saavedra is the epitome of a Warrior, Scholar, and Athlete and is a proud member of the Nanook Community. 8th Brigade Army ROTCU.S. Army Cadet Command (ROTC)Alaska Army National GuardUniversity of Alaska Fairbanks

03/12/2022

Sunday, March 14, marks an hour of lost sleep, but starts the long-awaited days of more sunlight ahead. Take the time this weekend to adjust your clocks and consider taking three key safety steps to protect against possible risks you and your family might face.
1. Verify your carbon monoxide and smoke detector work.
2. Help stop the pandemic by getting vaccinated.
3. Confirm your insurance coverage & home inventory list are up-to-date.

CHICAGO – Sunday, March 14, marks an hour of lost sleep, but starts the long-awaited days of more sunlight ahead. Take the time this weekend to adjust your clocks and consider taking three key safety steps to protect against possible risks you and your family might face.

02/24/2022

We are excited to announce registration is open for the National Homeland Security Conference in Cleveland, Ohio! Join us July 11-14, 2022 at the Huntington Convention Center.

The National Homeland Security Conference brings together professionals in Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Fire and Emergency Management. They include officials in federal agencies, non-profit agencies, business owners, universities and decision makers to learn about emerging trends in homeland security and see the new equipment and technology available to support their mission.

Register today for the early bird rate, $675 for a full conference registration!

More information about the National Homeland Security Conference 2022 is available at https://nationalhomelandsecurity.org

See you in Cleveland!

07/09/2021

Earning an Emergency Management Masters’ online is one of the best ways to advance your career while still holding down a full-time job. A master’s degree in Emergency Management puts you on the front lines when it comes to helping communities get back on track after a natural disaster or other ...

05/28/2021

Arctic Security Fundamentals course explores the present-day security situation of the Arctic through a focus on the key stakeholders responsible for diplomacy and defense.

This course explores the present-day security situation of the Arctic through a focus on the key stakeholders responsible for diplomacy and defense.

05/21/2021

DHS Hiring Webinars

The Department of Homeland Security’s compelling mission draws candidates seeking to join a team that makes a difference in the lives of their fellow citizens. The threats and challenges facing the Department and the Nation are complex and constantly evolving. Now more than ever, DHS must recruit, develop, and retain a talented and diverse workforce.

DHS is seeking hundreds of qualified individuals to fill critical positions in cybersecurity, information technology, intelligence analysis, law enforcement, travel security, emergency management, business operations, mission support, and more. As part of our hiring efforts, we are hosting a series of webinars to provide information on the Department’s mission, career opportunities, special hiring authorities, effective résumé writing, and creating a profile on USAJOBS. All webinars are open to the public.

To register for our webinars or learn more about our upcoming recruiting and outreach events, visit www.dhs.gov/homeland-security-careers/hiring-event. Please share this information with friends, family, and anyone interested in a rewarding career with the Department.

Date/Time: Audience:

Wednesday, June 2 Professionals, Students, and Recent
4-6 p.m. ET Graduates

Tuesday, June 15 Veterans
4-6 p.m. ET

Tuesday, June 29 Individuals with Disabilities
2-4 p.m. ET

Tuesday, September 14 Students and Recent Graduates
6-8 p.m. ET

For more information on career opportunities at DHS, please visit www.dhs.gov/careers or contact [email protected].

Challenge your mind and use your skills and talents with a DHS career. Our employees play a vital role to secure our country and preserve our freedoms. To find and apply for a job with DHS, visit our page on USAJobs.

05/19/2021

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