6 Week Session

This course examines the law and policy of disasters (natural and technological) addressing – disaster causation and mitigation, Federal and State response to disasters, and emergency response. Topics on vectors of discrimination amongst the disability and access functional needs by a disaster, and discuss price-gouging and economic exploitation during a disaster—a section also to include Federal law and the equity gap of U.S. Territories. (Note: 3 lecture credits) 


This course provides comprehensive guidance on building disaster resilience through preparedness, planning, improvisation, leadership, and professionalism. The course covers various topics, including climate change, social media, drones and artificial intelligence, racial and social justice, recent legislation and regulations, and emergency management policies and procedures.  (Note: 3 lecture credits)