## Abstract This chapter describes how data derived from geographic information systems (GIS) can be used to reinforce and integrate emergency operation plans at institutions of higher learning.
Homeland security initiatives and background checks in higher education
โ Scribed by Stephanie Hughes; Eileen Weisenbach Keller; Giles T. Hertz
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons
- Year
- 2010
- Weight
- 65 KB
- Volume
- 2010
- Category
- Article
- ISSN
- 0271-0579
- DOI
- 10.1002/ir.342
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โฆ Synopsis
Abstract
This chapter addresses the issue of higher education institution policies and procedures in regard to background checks for students, staff, and faculty in light of homeland security concerns.
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