Prescott Valley Police Department Continuity of Operations Plan Students in the Global Security and Intelligence Studies program had the opportunity to create a continuity of operations plan (COOP) for the Prescott Valley Police Department (PVPD).
Embry-Riddle student, Natalya Barthle (‘25), states “I was already set on pursuing incident command, which shares many aspects with what we learned in the COOP project. However, this experience further strengthened my passion and commitment to that career path.” Students also praised Associate Professor Tom Foley’s teaching style, highlighting his emphasis on real-world problem-solving and self-guided learning. Student Jonah Montes (‘25) expressed, “I really appreciate how Professor Foley encourages us to discover answers on our own. He provides guidance and direction on how to solve problems rather than giving us the answers.” The continuity of operations plan with the PVPD marks the fifth project that students have completed with the Town of Prescott Valley as part of an ongoing local relationship between Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and the Town. The emergence of industry partnerships like this one prepare our students for future careers in security and intelligence while allowing for hands-on learning experiences.
The student team approached the continuity of operations plan by conducting research, meeting with PVPD Chief Robert Ticer and Deputy Chief James Edelstein and touring their facilities. Students developed crucial skills such as communication, teamwork and professionalism. Through this project, students gained a better understanding of the complexity of emergency management. For some, this project reinforced their existing career goals, such as pursuing incident command or joining Air Force security forces. Others found a deeper appreciation for the level of communication and problem-solving required in emergency management.
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