This is Not a Firedrill Crisis Intervention and Prevention on College Campuses

Recent tragedies on college and university campuses have highlighted the need for more comprehensive crisis management in higher education. Written by seasoned crisis intervention/prevention specialists, This is NOT a Firedrill is a practical guide to creating an effective college campus crisis management program. From weapons on campus to hurricanes, the authors address various crises and provide helpful resources to ensure leaders can take appropriate action to protect students, the college, and the environment. University administrators, faculty, and staff are provided with thought-provoking case examples and activities for reflection and practice.

Rick A. Myer, PhD, is a professor and Director of the Center for Crisis Intervention and Prevention at Duquesne University. He is a licensed psychologist with over twenty-five years of experience in crisis intervention and management. Richard K. James, PHD, is a Crader Professor of Education at the University of Memphis as well as a licensed psychologist, a licensed professional counselor, and a Nationally Certified School Counselor. He is one of the founders of a crisis intervention prototype used to train police officers across the United States and internationally. Patrice Moulton, PhD, is a professor of psychology at Northwestern State University Louisiana. She is the author of several books on crisis intervention.