Student Spotlight: Jada Smith
It’s a common misconception: disaster management is a one-minded field. A branch of public health, disaster management is nothing if not multidisciplinary. It is everywhere and in everything. Its principles
Becoming a Triple Dawg: Makayla Peebles
Makayla Peebles knew she was destined for a career in public service. With both parents working as first responders, it was a no-brainer. What really drew her in was the
IDM Represents at EMAG 2025
Over 20 Institute for Disaster Management faculty, staff, and students headed down to Jekyll Island the second week of April for the 2025 Emergency Management Summit and Training Sessions (EMAG).
Alumni spotlight: William Burke (MPH ’21)
When looking back on his education and career, William Burke credits a particular quality with finding the right path: curiosity. Burke came to the University of Georgia for his Masters
