This blog contains excerpts from the “Planning Resource for Developing a Two-Year Emergency Management Academic Program” (March 2019) and reflects the collective contribution of the time and expertise of several individuals sharing their dedication to preparing the next generation of emergency management professionals. Join the national community of two-year emergency management program discussion! Did you … Continue reading 2-Year Emergency Management Programs, Part III: Course Level Differentiation
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2-Year Emergency Management Programs, Part II: Establishing the Foundation
This blog contains excerpts from the “Planning Resource for Developing a Two-Year Emergency Management Academic Program” (March 2019) and reflects the collective contribution of the time and expertise of several individuals sharing their dedication to preparing the next generation of emergency management professionals. Join the national community of two-year emergency management program discussion! Did you … Continue reading 2-Year Emergency Management Programs, Part II: Establishing the Foundation
2-Year Emergency Management Programs, Part I: Proving the Value
This post contains excerpts from the “Planning Resource for Developing a Two-Year Emergency Management Academic Program” (March 2019) and reflects the collective contribution of the time and expertise of several individuals sharing their dedication to preparing the next generation of emergency management professionals. Join the national community of two-year emergency management program discussion! Did you … Continue reading 2-Year Emergency Management Programs, Part I: Proving the Value
U.S. Border Patrol Recruitment Webinar
U.S. Border Patrol Recruitment Webinar Hosted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection When: Wednesday, March 27, 2019 Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites you to participate in the U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) Webinar from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on … Continue reading U.S. Border Patrol Recruitment Webinar
Compassion Fatigue
First responders know that the work they do has an impact on their outlook on life. Training for emergency workers includes awareness of and skills for applying mental health first aid. Most experienced responders and caretakers have faith that they will always bounce back after a tough case, call or response. The satisfaction they experience … Continue reading Compassion Fatigue
Kicking off Spring 2019!
FCC Emergency Management students and adjuncts – welcome to the Spring 2019 semester! You'll be hearing plenty more from us as classes get underway, but we wanted to start off by showcasing a new accomplishment and a new opportunity: The Mid-Atlantic Center for Emergency Management (MACEM) is proud to have placed our first two apprentices … Continue reading Kicking off Spring 2019!
First Generation College Students
The U.S. Department of Education projects that 50% of the college population is comprised of first generation college students. These students are faced with unique opportunities and challenges. Leaders emerge in every generation! Five MACEM staff members were first generation college students and are happy to share their tips for success with you! Contact us … Continue reading First Generation College Students
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Letter of Recognition
From hurricane tracking to healthcare delivery to online shopping, GIS technology is changing how we see and interact with our world. In emergency management, it now underpins how we predict, plan, prepare, and respond to incidents of all kinds. We’re here to help you start taking advantage of it! Watch our video to learn more: … Continue reading Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Letter of Recognition
2019 Brings Below Average Temperatures for a Large Part of the U.S.
MACEM is checking the updated weather predictions for January-March 2019. It looks like it's going to be a cold one from the South to the mid-Atlantic. Be prepared! Visit here for more details: https://weather.com/forecast/national/news/2018-12-20-january-february-march-2019-us-temperature-outlook-the-weather MACEM appreciates first responders and others who work outside and offer 6 tips for working safe in cold weather: https://safetylineloneworker.com/blog/cold-weather-safety-tips/
