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Timothy Rice’s thesis investigates the impact of line-of-duty funerals on mental resilience in firefighters, showing how such rituals support culture, community, and social identity. He […]
Conditioned to Grieve or Dead Inside: Line of Duty Deaths and Mental Resilience More
Ron Miller’s thesis, “Policing the Pacific,” identifies a critical need for enhanced law enforcement in the Pacific Island Countries and Freely Associated States, focusing on
Joshua Henson’s thesis, “Nudges from Abroad: Investigating American Vulnerability to Foreign Choice Architecture,” investigates the risks of foreign influence in American democratic processes through technology,
Nudges from Abroad: Investigating American Vulnerability to Foreign Choice Architecture More
Jeni Best’s thesis examines the integration of facial recognition technology (FRT) within law enforcement, particularly through the U.S. CBP’s Biometric Entry-Exit Program, and proposes an
Alvin Luedtke’s thesis, “Bridging the Gap: Instilling Moral Courage and Impelling Moral Action in the Public Safety Sphere,” investigates the patterns of moral failure within
In his thesis, “Forming the More Perfect Union,” Craig T. Solgat examines the crucial role of trust and communication in emergency management, with a specific
Outstanding Thesis Award Winner: Forming the More Perfect Union More
Carlos Mejia’s CHDS master’s thesis, “Active Shooter Response: Can a Comprehensive Approach Address the Existing Gaps?,” analyzes the shortcomings of the current Incident Command System
Active Shooter Response: Can a Comprehensive Approach Address the Existing Gaps? More
Michael Pfaltzgraff from Anne Arundel County Fire Department studied the effects of no instructor guidance (tactical silence) on firefighter trainees during intense scenarios in his
Michael McMasters’ thesis, “Societal Polarization: An Evolving Threat to U.S. Homeland Security,” examines the growing problem of societal polarization in the U.S., and its risks
Societal Polarization: An Evolving Threat to U.S. Homeland Security More
In his thesis, “Force and Foresight: Merging ESIM with Classical Policing Models for Protest Management,” Bryan Thueson explores the transition from protests to riots and
Force and Foresight: Merging ESIM with Classical Policing Models for Protest Management More
Since the attacks of 9/11, the U.S. government has provided funding to federal, state, and local emergency response entities in order to prepare better for
In this video, Elvis Chan discusses his CHDS Master’s thesis, “Fighting Bears and Trolls: An Analysis of Social Media Companies and U.S. Government Efforts to
