A-State's Disaster Preparedness & Emergency Management Program

09/11/2026

Hey DPEM alumni! The DPEM Program is currently working on re-accreditation and needs testimonies and other data from willing alumni. If you're willing to help us out, email Dr. Amy Hyman at [email protected].

05/13/2026

We invite you to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Deborah “Debbie” Persell by supporting the Dr. Deborah Persell Memorial Scholarship at Arkansas State University.

Dr. Persell was the visionary founder of A-State’s Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (DPEM) program. Through her leadership, she created opportunities that have shaped countless students and strengthened the field of emergency management across our region and beyond.

This scholarship will support students who reflect her passion for learning, leadership, and service—ensuring her impact continues for generations to come.

We hope you will consider making a gift to help carry forward Dr. Persell’s legacy.

Thank you for helping us honor a truly remarkable educator and mentor.

Link to donate: https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/donor-form/?svcid=renxt&formId=0e841d6a-1e0e-4816-95ca-a8c0ce3c5e5e&envid=p-wcoZ7n_y-UO-8fRkuPNzUA&zone=usa&bbeml=tp-wcoZ7n_y-UO-8fRkuPNzUA.jjZqg7mShUEmp1pWy5EnhRQ.rA_cnUUtSU0SxQ7xNAKPPTg.lUuVlAD8SV0C95l0nEZ3XKg

05/10/2026

The HSRM faculty send their congratulations to all HSRM graduates! 🎓

02/24/2026

The FBI Little Rock Field Office is taking applications for the 2026 FBI Collegiate Academy.

Apply by March 17 at this link:
https://www.fbi.gov/file-repository/outreach-applications/2026-little-rock-collegeiate-academy-application.pdf/view

Submit applications to: [email protected]

2026 FBI Little Rock Collegiate Academy

12/17/2025

Full tabletop exercise to discuss earthquake response at FNB Arena with the NEA Hospital Coalition. Thanks to the arena staff for setting us up, and all the attendees and facilitators for making it happen!

11/14/2025

HSRM Friendsgiving 2025 🦃🍁🍂

08/20/2025

Go like our new FB page!

08/15/2025

After some big organizational changes, we have a new department name and new page! Follow us at Department of Health Sciences & Risk Management to keep up with us and our new programs!

The life of a new department....coming soon.

05/12/2025

Enjoy your summer break! For those taking summer classes, we'll see you May 27th! ☀️🕶️⛱️

05/10/2025

Join us in congratulating our spring 2025 graduates as they walk across the stage today at commencement. 🎓