The FBI visited 11 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) this fall in an effort to draw more candidates from diverse backgrounds into the FBI.
"I’m actually considering working for the FBI now,” said one student about the event, which was hosted by the school's computer science department and focused on related professional pathways within federal law enforcement agencies.
A homeland security enterprise that can meet the threats and challenges of the 21st century requires the assistance and commitment of America’s educational system. Schools, colleges, and universities must focus on educating students and training professionals, while fostering innovation and planning for the future. More and more academic institutions are offering classes and degrees in issues related to homeland security. Partnerships between institutions of higher learning and the Department of Homeland Security are a crucial part of developing future homeland security leaders. Three homeland security experts explain how academic institutions have become core members of the national homeland security enterprise and why this relationship must be deepened and enhanced