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Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Blog

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July 8, 2025
Gain critical skills to protect communities and lead in crisis with VCU’s flexible, online Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness master’s program.
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July 2, 2025
Learn how VCU’s online master’s in homeland security helps military veterans apply their skills to civilian careers in emergency management, intelligence and cybersecurity.
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June 6, 2025
Cyber threats are evolving fast, targeting infrastructure and public policy. Learn how VCU’s online HSEP program prepares leaders to tackle cybersecurity risks.
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April 1, 2025
Discover the growing demand for emergency management jobs, key roles in the field, and how VCU's HSEP equips leaders to protect communities in crises.
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July 17, 2024
Over 80 percent of graduate students work while earning their degrees. Learn the strategies that can help you manage school, career, and personal obligations.
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June 6, 2024
What makes a strong homeland security master's degree student? Find out as you discover what you will learn and what it takes to succeed in VCU'S HSEP program.
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March 1, 2024
A master's in homeland security and emergency preparedness can help you find your leadership role in protecting national security. Learn how to submit the best possible program application.
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January 17, 2024
What does it mean to work as a policy advisor? Find out more about the job description and duties, as well as the standard policy advisor salary range.
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January 12, 2024
Emergency management principles are used to create protocols that keep people safe during disasters. Discover how they help emergency managers save lives.
A security threat analyst studies maps of critical infrastructure.
January 9, 2024
Performing a homeland security threat assessment helps identify and prioritize threats to national security. Learn what goes into a threat assessment.