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Program Guide 2021-2022
(859) 622 – 2608: PHONE(859) 622 – 8038: FAXEASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITYHOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAMCollege of Justice, Safety and Military Science281 Stratton Building521 Lancaster AvenueRichmond, Kentucky landsecurity.eku.eduTO:Prospective and Current Homeland Security Students (Undergraduate and Graduate)FROM:EKU Homeland Security Program Faculty and StaffRE:EKU Homeland Security Program Guide, 2021 – 2022On behalf of all faculty, staff and alumni of the Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) HomelandSecurity (HLS) Program, thank you for your interest in our programs. Some of you may be newor returning enrolled students seeking additional information on the program, while others maybe interested in the program and seeking to make a final higher education decision. Whatever thecase, we hope that you find the guide useful and comprehensive.We are excited to begin the year in front of us, which is the 2021-2022 academic year. Not onlyare we pivoting back to the traditional classroom for on-campus students, but on-campus andonline students alike will benefit from innovations in teaching and learning that we have adoptedpartly in response to the recent coronavirus pandemic. Clearly, the health and safety of studentsremains of paramount importance. However, student success–your success here at EKU–isdriven by both quality instruction and meaningful experiences.A cross-cutting theme across all courses are the professional skills that will make you successfulpost-college. Not only are these skills (a mix of both technical and soft skills) ones thatemployers are seeking in graduates, but they also account for civic engagement. For example,having multicultural awareness and cultural competencies are now viewed as importantknowledge and skills to demonstrate in the professional workplace. This is especially true giventrends relating to globalization (e.g., international commerce, corporations operating globally)and the need for public servants to interact effectively and appropriately with a diversifyingworkplace and public. We look forward to joining you on this journey ahead!We are pleased to offer this guide to help you navigate program requirements and offer tips foryour success here at EKU. The program is the result of rich historical traditions in securitymanagement and disaster preparedness here at EKU. In 2007, EKU became home to one of thefirst undergraduate homeland security programs in the nation when it expanded its offerings byinstituting a multi-disciplinary undergraduate HLS Program. The EKU program differentiatesitself from other programs by offering a stand-alone Bachelor of Science degree withspecialization opportunities in the disciplines of disaster management, intelligence studies, andsecurity operations/management.
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GUIDE (2021 – 2022)2Our mission is to prepare graduates seeking careers protecting life and assets as homelandsecurity and emergency management practitioners, who will become critical and creativethinkers, effective communicators, and leaders in their professional communities. Faculty andstaff take this mission seriously! As such, we are home to a team of faculty with extensive fieldexperience and higher education credentials, who utilize an active learning methodology in theircourses that focus on real-world challenges and the associated solutions derived from criticalthinking and problem solving.In providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the homeland security enterprise,the EKU HLS program focuses on the following three pillars: Disaster Management Intelligence Studies Security Operations / ManagementNot only are undergraduate students introduced to each of the areas in the curriculum, they alsohave the opportunity to obtain further instruction in the area of their choice through minors anduniversity certificates. Additionally, the EKU HLS program offers two graduatecertificates/concentrations that may be included in an existing Master’s degree program orcompleted individually. Courses are offered in the following two areas completely online: Corporate Security Operations Emergency Management and Disaster ResilienceIn short, the purpose of this guide is to provide information on which your career can either bebuilt upon or enhanced. If you have any questions regarding this information, please feel free tocontact us or a staff member. We wish you the best of luck and look forward to seeing you oncampus in Richmond, Kentucky, or in one of our online courses.Dr. Chad FosterAssociate ProfessorDr. Brian SimpkinsAssistant ProfessorDr. Joanne McGlownAssistant ProfessorDr. Bill SullivanAssociate ProfessorDr. Ryan Baggett, Dean, EKU Graduate SchoolThe Homeland Security Program faculty would like togive a special shout-out to Dr. Baggett and congratulatehim on his new assignment at EKU. After achieving theprestigious rank of Professor of Homeland Security, EKUleadership promoted Dr. Baggett to the Dean of theGraduate School. Dr. Baggett joined the cadre of facultyin 2011 and for a period of 10 years demonstrated anunwavering dedication to excellence in the program andto the success of students. His legacy will live on!
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GUIDE (2021 – 2022)3Table of ContentsI.Program History and Structure4II.Homeland Security Career Considerations7III.Student Opportunities and Awards9IV.EKU HLS Program Faculty14V.EKU Online Learning17VI.Academic and Professional Advising18VII.Bachelor of Science in Homeland SecurityA.Curriculum OutlineB.Curriculum PlanC.Undergraduate Course Offering ScheduleD.Course Checklist1919212223VIII.Professionalism in Homeland Security25IX.Recommended Minors and Certificates for HLS Majors26X.HLS Undergraduate Course Descriptions28XI.Appendix: Undergraduate and Graduate Minors and Certificates(Information Sheets)31
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GUIDE (2021 – 2022)I.4Program History and StructureThe Eastern Kentucky University became a pioneer in the fieldof undergraduate homeland security education with theimplementation of a full on-campus program in 2007. Fouryears later (2011), the program rolled out a completely onlineundergraduate program to reach those students who may not beable to attend courses in Richmond, Kentucky. The programstarted with approximately 28 majors during its inaugural yearand has continued to grow. Today, the degree ranks in the topten at EKU by enrollment numbers, and EKU HLS alumnicontinue to work in various careers safeguarding life and assets.The curricular foundations of the EKU program were developedduring the infancy of the program in conjunction with theCenter for Homeland Defense and Security University andAgency Partnership in an effort that was funded by the U.S.Department of Homeland Security. EKU faculty collaboratedwith other universities and practitioners in 2009 to develop amodel curriculum for undergraduate programs. Sinceimplementation of the model curriculum, faculty have madenumerous updates and advancements to the curriculum based ona rigorous strategic planning process each year aimed atimproving the program, evaluating a variety of measures such asprofessional standards, course evaluation data, student successindicators, feedback from graduates and career paths ofgraduates.MISSION AND VISIONMission: We strive to preparegraduates seeking careersprotecting life and assets ashomeland security andemergency managementpractitioners, who willbecome critical and creativethinkers, effectivecommunicators, and leadersin their professionalcommunities.Vision: We are committed toachieving a regional, national,and international reputationas a premier academicinstitution for teaching andscholarship in support ofprofessional communities inemergency management,homeland security,infrastructure protection,intelligence studies, andsecurity management.In addition to other program accolades over the last decade, theEKU undergraduate HLS program was recently featured in oneof the definitive texts on homeland security, Kilroy’s 2nd edition of Threats to HomelandSecurity: Reassessing the All Hazards Perspective (2018) due to its core curriculum coveringkey topics in the field and preparing students for varied careers.
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GUIDE (2021 – 2022)From a substantive perspective, the EKU HomelandSecurity curriculum embraces fundamental principles thatare consistent with current doctrine. For example, theprogram views homeland security as an enterprise in whichresponsibility for safeguarding life and property is a sharedamong a broad range of stakeholders. This principleconsiders state and local partners, private sector and nongovernmental organizations, and the public as criticalpartners in the enterprise. There is also an embrace of theall-hazards (and to some degree, all-crimes) approach thatprovides flexibility to partners to conduct their own riskassessments and to determine their own priorities forensuring safety and security.5HOMELAND SECURITYThe collective efforts andshared responsibilities ofFederal, State, local, tribal,territorial, nongovernmental,and private-sector partners(as well as individuals, familiesand communities) to prevent,mitigate and respond to theintentional, natural andaccidental threats andhazards of the 21st century.Additional strengths of the EKU Homeland SecurityProgram are the focus on quality instruction and themultidisciplinary approach that offers students with a breadth of studies that may lead to avariety of career pathways (see next section). To this end, the program comprehensively focuseson the three pillars of Disaster Management, Intelligence Studies, and Security Operations /Management. Each of the three pillars are addressed in the core curriculum for every student inthe B.S. in Homeland Security degree program; they also offer advanced coursework in the formof minors and university certificates.
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GUIDE (2021 – 2022)6In addition to the three pillars, there are foundational knowledge areas that transcend the variousdisciplines, as well as individual skills deemed critical to those entering and working in thehomeland security professions. The following knowledge and skill competencies are emphasizedthroughout the entire curriculum: Risk Analysis: Securing the nation’s infrastructure and people remains a nationalpriority that requires planning and coordination across the entire community. Studentslearn how to conduct risk assessments and to develop a variety of plans to securecommunity assets. Critical and Creative Thinking: HLS students use structured thinking for solvingproblems, making decisions, and conducting research and analysis in homeland security.Likewise, the field continues to advance from creative thinking–identifying original ideasthat have value and may be put into practice. Critical Reading Skills: Faculty develop and implement innovative metacognitivepedagogies to help students analyze, synthesize, and evaluate materials across disciplines. Policy and Legal Analysis: Students evaluate and develop a variety of policies andevaluate the legal aspects (those set forth in governmental laws). Oral and Written Communications: Students engage in a plethora of communicationactivities to include oral (public speaking, interpersonal communications, etc.) andvarious forms of written communications (projects, papers, etc.). Teamwork: Homeland security is a team activity that takes the whole community.Students engage in a variety of teamwork activities to develop general ideas and solutionsto solve real-world problems. Leadership and Ethics: Students learn about salient leadership attributes and styles andapply them in various classroom activities during their academic career. Internationalization and Cultural Competency: Faculty continue to ensure theinternationalization of the curriculum and coursework and to ensure that students canassess international threats and working across cultures.
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GUIDE (2021 – 2022)II.7Homeland Security Career ConsiderationsAs a result of its multi-disciplinary curriculum, EKU HLS graduates are prepared for diverse andabundant career opportunities in a variety of public and private sector areas, including thefollowing: Federal Law Enforcement (FBI, Secret Service, DEA, US Marshals, ATF, etc.) U.S. Intelligence Community U.S. Military Services Government Security Dignitary Protection Services Emergency/Disaster Management Corporate/Industrial Security Customs and Border Protection U.S. State Department Risk Managers/Emergency Planners State and Local Law EnforcementEKU HLS Faculty with Command Staff fromU.S. Customs and Border Protection duringthe Spring 2018 CJS Career FairIn summary, an array of opportunities exist for homeland security graduates. Though public andprivate sector positions in homeland security and emergency management may be foundthroughout the country, there are concentrations of positions in the larger U.S. cities (such as theWashington, D.C. area), at international airports, and in areas near U.S. land and sea borders.College of Justice, Safety and Military Science and the EKU Office of Academic and CareerServices assist students in identifying employment opportunities; for additional information, see:https://oacs.eku.edu/.During advising and other orientation sessions, several key points are stressed to prospective andfuture students. Several considerations for those interested in homeland security careers areexplained below. Please note that employment requirements will vary greatly between agencies,and students are strongly encouraged to review agency information and speak to agencyrepresentatives as early as possible to ensure their fullcomprehension of requirements. This contact may bepossible through guest lecturers, career fairs, and othercollege special events, or conducted individually by thestudent.Prior Job / Work Experience: Employers are oftenlooking for other skill sets, in addition to a collegedegree. Prior job experience (related and evenunrelated), including military experience, is an advantagefor those seeking employment in the field of homelandsecurity. Oftentimes, students find themselves takingrelated jobs after obtaining their degree to gainexperience that will help them fulfill hiring requirementsEKU HLS Graduate JP Fisher (shown atfar right providing aid in Haiti) is anEmergency Programs Consultant forAmeriCares. His organization helpscommunities prepare for, respond to,and recover from disasters.
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GUIDE (2021 – 2022)8for future desired careers. Students should expect a lengthy process (“a marathon rather than asprint”) when pursuing highly sought-after career choices in the homeland security field.However, these career choices are not insurmountable, and proper planning and preparation willlead to success.Extracurricular Experiences in College: It is important for students to engage in activitiesoutside of the traditional college classroom. For some, this may include clubs, organizations, andathletics. For others, it may come in employment opportunities while in school or internships. Animportant consideration is for students to demonstrate responsibility and motivation to potentialemployers by setting themselves apart from other students who will compete for the same jobs.Additionally, most successful graduates will cultivate a mentor relationship with one or morefaculty members. Not only will these individuals be called upon for recommendation letters andbackground investigations, they often have a wide array of experiences that are useful forstudents.Background Investigations and Polygraph: Visits by employment background investigators tothe EKU HLS faculty are a common occurrence. These individuals represent a variety ofagencies with the goal of investigating whether graduates of the program are capable,responsible, and trustworthy enough for employment in homeland security. These investigationscover a variety of topics to include, but not limited to, the student’s digital (online) footprint,criminal charges or arrest record, academic performance, drug use / history, and other personalitycharacteristics. Many homeland security jobs will also require a pre-employment polygraphexamination.
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GUIDE (2021 – 2022)III.9Student Opportunities and AwardsHomeland Security Student OrganizationIn 2011, the Homeland Security Student Association was established to provide students withinvolvement opportunities in social, civic as well as professional engagements. To arm studentswith the skills necessary, the organization takes learning out of the classroom and into the worldof leaders currently pursuing a career in Homeland Security. The organization strives to promotethe continuing education in areas of Homeland Security to better serve communities, whilebuilding a program that sets itself apart from the rest.Order of the Sword and ShieldThe Order of the Sword and Shield National Honor Society for HomelandSecurity, Intelligence, Emergency Management, and all Protective SecurityDisciplines has 36 collegiatechapters, including the EasternKentucky University chapter thatwas established in 2015. To jointhe Order of the Sword and Shield,students must complete 60 credit hours and achieve anoverall GPA of 3.25. Inductions are conducted at theannual HLS Research Showcase in December.ScholarshipsWith the increasing price of a college education in the last ten years (coupled with theCommonwealth’s decrease in higher education funding), scholarships are highly encouraged anddesired. There are a variety of scholarship opportunities through outside agencies/organizationsthat should be pursued if the student meets the required qualifications. The followingopportunities are unique to EKU and the Homeland Security Program: Students may qualify for scholarships offered by EKU. For details, seehttp://scholarships.eku.edu/. EKU Homeland Security students may compete for the Normal M. Spain Excellence inEthical Leadership Scholarship each year as part of the annual Homeland SecurityResearch Showcase; see the description below.
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GUIDE (2021 – 2022)10Internships and Study Abroad OpportunitiesThe HLS Program and the EKU Office of Academic and Career Services coordinate variousinternships and cooperative education opportunities for program students. Students are regularlyplaced as interns with homeland security, law enforcement, intelligence, emergencymanagement, and other related agencies. EKU HLS Program students have also applied andbeen awarded several prestigious national-level internships at federal agencies and institutionsof higher learning. For details, see http://career-coop.eku.edu/. Additionally, in working with theEKU Education Abroad Office, EKU HLS students take advantage of the many adventureswaiting in the world. Students have traveled the globe experiencing unique study abroadopportunities. For more information, see: https://studyabroad.eku.edu/.Recent Examples of HLS Internship / Study Abroad OpportunitiesJarren Thomas (19)Federal Bureau ofInvestigation (FBI)Honors Internship –Louisville Field OfficeAbbe Power (20)U.S. Department ofHomeland SecurityIntelligence andAnalysis – Wash., DCLisa Wier (20)Disaster Risk andEmergency ManagementNational Expedition andInternship – New ZealandGarrett Bowman (21)Appalachian HighIntensity DrugTrafficking Area–London, Ky.KY READY Corps AmeriCorps ProgramIn addition to scholarships, students may also be interested in earningstipends and other education awards through work with the KYREADY Corps. This AmeriCorps program is housed in the EKUDepartment of Safety and Security and funded by Serve Kentucky, astate service commission, and the Corporation for National andCommunity Service (CNCS). The program is designed to engagestudents in support of local community readiness and resiliency initiatives with a focus onreducing social vulnerabilities to disasters. Note that students may receive academic credit forserving as a KY READY Corps member by enrolling in HLS 445 – Field Experience. ContactDr. Chad Foster or www.kyready.eku.edu for more information.
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GUIDE (2021 – 2022)11Homeland Security Exercise ParticipationHLS students have frequent opportunities tovolunteer in and receive certificates of completionfor supporting regional Chemical StockpileEmergency Preparedness Program (CSEPP)exercises. Each September, student volunteersoperate a simulation cell (SIMCELL) by serving ascontrollers and actors who provide injects to localcommunities as part of a full-scale regional exercise.Homeland Security Research ShowcaseFor the last seven years, the HLSProgram has hosted an AnnualUndergraduate Research Showcase. Theshowcase, consisting of both juried posterand oral presentations, provides anavenue for undergraduate students todemonstrate their work and experiencecommunicating their research withothers. The 2020 event was a virtual event that showcased 28 students posters and pre-recordedoral presentations, providing a broad representation of the diversity of topics, approaches, andresearch interests in the HLS program. Students competed against one another for a first placeplaque and scholarship funds in each category with the winners being determined by rubricsutilized by a panel of external subject matter experts, as judges.Past Winners (O Oral Presentation, P Poster Presentation):1st Annual Showcase (2014):O Kayla Matola, P Laura Derringernd2 Annual Showcase (2015):O Matthew Waters, P Renee Groulxrd3 Annual Showcase (2016):O Jacob Peoples, P Bailey Coxth4 Annual Showcase (2017):O Kim Matola, P Jarren ThomasthO Shaker Ezaizat, P Jonathan Herald5 Annual Showcase (2018):th6 Annual Showcase (2019):O Patrick Riley, P Taylor Bellth7 Annual Showcase (2020):O & P Kristin Carrico (Virtual Showcase)
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GUIDE (2021 – 2022)Homeland Security Awardees – Outstanding Senior and Dean’s Awards2016: Renee GroulxCollege of Justice and Safety Dean’s AwardCurrently: Planner, Critical Infrastructure and Key Resource Unit, GeorgiaEmergency Management and Homeland Security2017: Charlie DaabHomeland Security Program Outstanding SeniorCurrently: Emergency Manager – EKU Emergency Management2018: James BabajkoCollege of Justice and Safety Outstanding SeniorCurrently: Law Enforcement Officer – National Security Agency (NSA)2018: Michael QueenHomeland Security Program Outstanding SeniorCurrently: United States Navy Intelligence2019: Jarren ThomasCollege of Justice and Safety Outstanding SeniorCurrently: Federal Bureau of Investigation – Indianapolis, IN2019: Patrick RileyHomeland Security Program Outstanding SeniorCurrently: 2LT – United States Marine Corps2020: Courtney BallardCollege of Justice and Safety Outstanding SeniorCurrently: Fayette County Regional Juvenile Detention Center2020: Lisa WierCollege of Justice and Safety Dean’s AwardCurrently: Graduate Student, Oklahoma State University12
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GUIDE (2021 – 2022)13Homeland Security Awardees (Cont.)2020: Abbe PowerCollege of Justice and Safety Outstanding SeniorCurrently: DHS Office of Intelligence and Analysis – Washington, DC2021: Trevor RipbergerCollege of Justice and Safety Dean’s AwardCurrently: Law Enforcement Officer, Newport (Ky.) Police Department
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GUIDE (2021 – 2022)IV.EKU HLS Program FacultyDr. Ryan BaggettProfessor of Homeland SecurityOffice: 310 Whitlock BuildingEmail: Ryan.Baggett@eku.eduPhone: 859-622-8261Specialty Areas: Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Risk Analysis and Management Cyber and Physical Security Homeland Security TechnologyPrior Employment: Director – Homeland Security Programs – EKU Justice and Safety Center Contractor / Principal Investigator – U.S. Department of Homeland Security and U.S.Department of JusticeEducation:Ed.D.M.S.B.S.Educational Leadership and Policy Studies – Eastern Kentucky UniversityCriminal Justice – Eastern Kentucky UniversityCriminal Justice – Murray State UniversityDr. Chad FosterAssociate ProfessorOffice: 281 Stratton BuildingEmail: Chad.Foster@eku.eduPhone: 859-622-2608Specialty Areas: Homeland Security and Disaster Management Policy Disaster Resilience and Social Vulnerability Leadership and Ethics High-Impact Educational PracticesPrior Employment: Armor Officer – U.S. Army Policy Analyst – The Council of State Governments Contractor – Federal Emergency Management Agency, U.S. Department of y of LouisvilleUniversity of LouisvilleUnited States Military Academy – West Point14
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GUIDE (2021 – 2022)15Dr. Joanne McGlownAssistant ProfessorEmail: Joanne.McGlown@eku.eduOffice: 285 Stratton Building Phone: 859-622-3488Specialty Areas: Medical Aspects of Emergency and Disaster Management Evidence-based Practices in Healthcare Disaster Management Global Disaster Medical and Healthcare Practices Medical Countermeasures for Weapons of Mass Destruction Executive Decision-making in the Evacuation of Healthcare FacilitiesPrior Employment: Three decades of experience in Nursing, EMS, Healthcare Administration andLeadership, extensive federal and government experience as a disaster and emergencymanagement consultant Fellow, American College of Healthcare Executives; past-Board of Directors of theWorld Association of Disaster and Emergency Medicine versity of Alabama at Birmingham (Admin. of Health Services/Strategy)University of Alabama at Birmingham (Health Administration)University of Montevallo (AL)University of Alabama at Birmingham (Fire Science)University of Alabama at Birmingham (Emergency Medical Services)Dr. Brian SimpkinsAssistant ProfessorEmail: Brian.Simpkins@eku.eduOffice: 282 Stratton Building Phone: 859-622-6761Specialty Areas: National Security and Intelligence Studies Critical Infrastructure Protection Homeland Security TechnologiesPrior Employment: Associate Director – Research and Evaluation – EKU Justice and Safety Center Consultant – American Public University System (APUS) School of Security and GlobalStudies (SSGS) Contractor – U.S. Department of Homeland SecurityEducation:Ph.D.Ed.D.Graduate CertificateM.S.B.S.CertificateCriminal Justice – University of LouisvilleEducational Leadership and Policy Studies – Eastern Kentucky UniversityIntelligence and National Security – Eastern Kentucky UniversityCriminal Justice – Eastern Kentucky UniversityCriminal Justice – Marshall UniversityLeader Development in National Security and Strategy – U.S. Army War College.
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GUIDE (2021 – 2022)16Dr. Bill SullivanAssociate ProfessorOffice: 287 Stratton BuildingEmail: Bill.Sullivan@eku.eduPhone: 859-622-1141Specialty Areas: Security Operations and Management School Safety and Security Active Shooters and Mass Fatalities Law Enforcement Training, Programs and PersonnelPrior Employment: Major (retired) – Kentucky State Police Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training / Kentucky Law Enforcement Council Contractor, RDPC, U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, State Government and Private IndustryEducation:Ed.D.M.S.B.S.Educational Leadership and Policy Studies – Eastern Kentucky UniversitySafety, Security and Emergency Management with a Certificate in HomelandSecurity – Eastern Kentucky UniversityPolice Administration – Eastern Kentucky UniversitySpotlight on Select Adjunct FacultyKris Bowerman – Professor Bowerman serves as a Network Analyst forthe Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training located on thecampus of Eastern Kentucky University. In this capacity, he providessupport to the Information Systems Branch in the area of informationsystems and physical security for his agency. He also instructs EKUcourses with a focus on the following topics: Vulnerability and RiskAssessments, Physical and Cyber Security, and Technologies.LaBrina Jones – Dr. LaBrina Jones currently serves as Lead forExecutive Partnerships, Oversight, and Performance Management at theCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, Ga. Shebrings to her EKU courses years of experience working in public policy,emergency operations, and emergency preparedness. Student mayinteract with Dr. Jones in various online disaster management courses aswell as the undergraduate capstone course in leadership and ethics.Autumn Stout – Professor Stout is the Logistics and AdministrationTeam Leader for the South Dakota Office of Emergency Management(SDOEM), where she is responsible for leading staff and overseeingvarious the program areas such as the on-call Duty Officer program, thestatewide credentialing system, WebEOC, GIS, logistics support, andfloodplain management. Professor Stout instructs a variety of onlineEKU courses, including courses on Critical Infrastructure Protection andPhysical and Cyber Security.
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GUIDE (2021 – 2022)V.17EKU Online LearningThe EKU HLS program is offered in a traditional, Richmond-based classroom setting, as well ascompletely online through EKU Online:Reasons to choose EKU Online?The EKU Online bachelors in Homeland Security offers the same courses, taught by the sameinstructors, but in a 100% online format. The EKU Online 8-week course format (there are two 8week terms per 16-week semester, including summer) is ideal for students already working in thefield, but looking to advance their career while still working. It may also be ideal for current oncampus HLS students who need to leave campus (perhaps for a job offer), but still want to completetheir degree requirements.New StudentsProspective students with questions may contact Mr. Steven Emmel at Steven.Emmel@eku.edu or(859) 622-7428 and may apply to the EKU Online HLS program by following these steps:1.Visit: apply.eku.edu.2.Create an
RE: EKU Homeland Security Program Guide, 2021 – 2022 . On behalf of all faculty, staff and alumni of the Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) Homeland Security (HLS) Program, thank you for your interest in our programs. Some of you may be new or returning enrolled students seekin
