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FSU Emergency Management and Homeland Security Program

The Emergency Management and Homeland Security Program (EMHS) at FSU is a part of the College of Social Science and Public Policy.

05/28/2026

CURSE26 is in the books! Catastrophic Unmanned Remote Sensing Exercise 2026 was a success. Last week, twenty UAS teams from around the state (and beyond) spent a day collecting imagery and delivering geospatial products in response to a simulated disaster. Local and state agencies, backed up by NGOs and community partners, flew mapping, reconnaissance, and damage assessment missions and pushed imagery back to Tallahassee in near real time. This was the largest CURSE exercise to date (we started the series in 2023) and proved that disparate UAS teams can come together and accomplish some big things post-disaster.

We are especially proud of our EMHS students that were involved. From working in the field, to staffing a Remote Sensing Cell and an Air Operations Branch - these students learned what it takes to coordinate the missions, information, and data that drive a modern disaster response. When Florida gets its next disaster, these students and the Disaster Intelligence Analysis Lab (DIAL) will be ready to support SERT with the same capabilities.

05/21/2026

DIAL Application Deadline Extended!

The Disaster Intelligence Analysis Laboratory (DIAL) is now accepting applications for its Summer/Fall 2026 internship cohort. DIAL provides students with hands-on experience using Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) techniques to conduct intelligence analysis and create reports for stakeholders.
The lab operates as a fusion center within FSU’s Bellamy Building, offering students practical experience in intelligence operations, live monitoring, and analytical reporting.
This is an unpaid internship requiring 15–20 volunteer hours per week, in person, for a minimum of two semesters beginning Summer 2026. Applicants must be current students with availability in both the summer and fall terms.
Applications are due May 28, 2026, at noon. Interviews will be conducted in person the week of June 1st.
Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter in PDF format. Incomplete applications or failure to follow instructions on the application will result in disqualification.
Questions may be directed to Sierra Perna at [email protected].

Apply at tinyurl.com/applyDIAL

05/13/2026

Want to get ahead on some certificate coursework this summer? Check out these three special topics courses, each available online and applicable to at least one certificate! And don't forget, drop/add ends tomorrow 😱

04/16/2026

This week, EMHS students took part in the 2026 Florida Statewide Exercise - Operation Ready Florida, hosted at the new State Emergency Operations Center. Students assisted state officials and received training in SimCell and Air Operations.

EMHS prides itself on being able to offer such practical, formative experiences to students. It's one of many ways we translate classroom knowledge into real life.

You could be part of the excitement next time! Learn more about the new Bachelor of Science in Emergency Management and Intelligence Studies at em.fsu.edu.

04/08/2026

Almost a month ago exactly, the EMHS team of faculty, staff, and four amazing students made our way to Washington DC for the National Emergency Management Association Mid-Year Forum!

Our relationship with NEMA, the professional association for State Directors of EM, is one our most cherished at EMHS. We are so thankful that NEMA continues to provide this stellar opportunity for our students. It is one that only a handful of people can say they've experienced, and we know contributes tremendously to our students' professional development.

An additional thank you to the many people who took the time to speak with our students, including former FEMA Administrator, Deanne Criswell; Executive Director of the FL Division of EM, Kevin Guthrie (pictured in top photo); and so many more.

PS, is it too much of a brag to mention we also got one day of snow!?!?! Snow!! 😱

03/13/2026

Still working out the details of your fall semester? Sign up for our newly added Disaster Incident Management (DIM) course! This course is listed as DSC 4781 (Section 6) and PAD 5935 (Section 20), and will meet Mondays 5:30-8:15pm.

We have some very exciting opportunities planned for students, and this course will make sure you’re well positioned to make the best of these unique experiences. Part classroom and part lab, DIM students will take part in real EM projects and events as part of an Incident Support Team (IST).

03/06/2026

(Original text credit to our longtime partners at Walton County Emergency Management!)

Walton County EM Director Jeff Goldberg and the Walton County Sheriff's Office recently honored our Disaster Intelligence Analysis Laboratory (DIAL) students by recognizing their outstanding work in support of an active criminal case in Walton County.

Through detailed research and analysis, DIAL students were able to identify social media profiles connected to a registered s*x offender in Walton County, who failed to properly register certain information as required by law. Their findings provided critical leads that support local law enforcement action and resulted in warrants being issued.

This is why their work matters. These students are not completing hypothetical classroom exercises. They are producing real intelligence that supports active investigations, strengthens public safety efforts, and helps protect our residents and visitors. Their diligence, professionalism, and attention to detail directly contributed to accountability in our community.

This collaboration represents years of trust, mentorship, and shared investment in strengthening emergency management across Florida. Walton County EM staff has had the opportunity to present to various courses in the EMHS Program, and has hosted multiple interns who've gone on to serve in EM and public safety roles. Investing in students today is investing in the future of our profession.

On behalf of our agencies and the community we serve, we're grateful to the students and faculty whose innovation, talent, and partnership have made a direct and measurable impact.

GO NOLES! ❤️💛

01/26/2026

Florida’s Training for Emergency Management is excited to launch the Florida Disaster Fellowship (FDF)! This unique 6-month fellowship program is designed for graduate students who are ready to take the next step in their emergency management careers through advanced, hands-on training. The FDF offers an immersive professional development experience that bridges the gap between academics and the emergency management field.

Fellows will receive a $6,000 stipend over the course of the fellowship and gain meaningful exposure to real-world EM operations.

For more information and to apply: bit.ly/FLDisasterFellowship

01/23/2026

Earlier this month the EMHS Program collaborated with Leon County Sheriff's Office, Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and other local partners to provide UAS support and airspace management of the World Athletics Cross Country Championships.

In addition to providing live streaming video to the command post, EMHS faculty, staff, and students participated in counter UAS activities to help keep athletes and attendees safe from unauthorized drone incursions to the area.

01/13/2026

Join EMHS as we celebrate the retirement of Dr. Janet Dilling after 30 years of service at FSU! This is a drop-in style celebration for everyone who knows Dr. Dilling - students, colleagues, all are welcome!

On Friday, January 16 from 10 - 11:30am join via the link below at your convenience. Share your stories, pictures, and best wishes for Dr. Dilling as she begins this new chapter!

bit.ly/DillingRetirement

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Tuesday	8am - 5pm
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