Alion and Hampton University Partner to Deliver Homeland Security Certificate Program.Online Program is Designed to Provide Strong Foundation in Anti-Terrorism and Security Issues MCLEAN, Va. -- In response to a rapidly growing need for expertise in homeland security Noun 1. Homeland Security - the federal department that administers all matters relating to homeland security Department of Homeland Security executive department - a federal department in the executive branch of the government of the United States and threat management, Alion Science and Technology Alion Science and Technology (pronounced: ah-LYE-un) is an employee-owned technology solutions company delivering technical expertise and operational support to the Department of Defense, civilian government agencies and commercial customers. today announced it is collaborating with Hampton University Hampton University, at Hampton, Va.; coeducational; founded 1868, chartered 1870 as a normal and agricultural school; known as Hampton Institute 1930–84. , of Hampton, VA, to deliver an online certificate program in homeland security. The first course, Homeland Security Fundamentals, will begin October 22nd 2007. According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. Don L. Rondeau rondeau One of several formes fixes (fixed forms) in French lyric poetry and song of the 14th–15th century, later popular with many English poets. The rondeau has only two rhymes (allowing no repetition of rhyme words) and consists of 13 or 15 lines of 8 or 10 , Alion's Vice President of Homeland Security, the six-week program provides students with the unique opportunity to study with subject matter experts who will share their decades-long, real world experience in national security and critical infrastructure protection Department of Defense (DOD) program to identify and protect assets critical to the Defense Transportation System. Loss of a critical asset would result in failure to support the mission of a combatant commander. . The curriculum is comprised of three courses: Homeland Security Fundamentals; Anti and Counter Terrorism Strategies; and Threat Assessment and Risk Management Studies. "Alion has many years of experience in developing and delivering distance learning solutions," Rondeau said. "That, combined with our expertise in homeland security and emergency management issues, gives us the ability to integrate a powerful, effective solution with Hampton University and our other partners." Rondeau said that the courses were developed in partnership with TotalSecurity.US, which develops and maintains course content and provides instructors for courses and WebTrain Communications, Inc., which provides the online environment for interactive education. Teresa Walker, Assistant Provost for Technology at Hampton University, said the program is aimed at helping professionals achieve their career goals by providing specialized education in a high-demand area. "The educational thrust is focused on real world events and solutions. This can give students a greater understanding of the issues, and will provide a foundation for career growth," she said. Walker said that the curriculum is designed to: * Provide a detailed foundation in domestic and international terrorism Noun 1. international terrorism - terrorism practiced in a foreign country by terrorists who are not native to that country act of terrorism, terrorism, terrorist act - the calculated use of violence (or the threat of violence) against civilians in order to attain issues and threats * Examine the capabilities and limitations (strengths and weaknesses) of America's terrorist enemies * Introduce students to domestic and international terrorism issues and threats with an update on the current threat activity Rondeau said that the Homeland Security Certificate program is designed to help first responders, emergency officials, city managers and other professionals gain skills and insight so as to contribute to security efforts at a local, state or national level. Walker added that Hampton University is dedicated to making sure that the minority community has a voice in homeland security and emergency preparedness planning and direction In intelligence usage, the determination of intelligence requirements, development of appropriate intelligence architecture, preparation of a collection plan, and issuance of orders and requests to information collection agencies. See also intelligence process. . Rondeau said that Hampton University, working with Alion, has been committed to showing leadership in homeland security and emergency response for several years. He cited the University's Emergency Responders Virtual Environment (ERVE) system, which is a customized version of Alion's Response Information Folder System (RIFS RIFS Remedial Investigation & Feasability Study RIFS Regional Ionospheric Forecast and Specification ) application. This Web-based solution provides responders with a complete view of the campus's infrastructure, including blueprints, panoramic photos, access routes and more. It also provides emergency alerting through Web, e-mail, text messaging Sending short messages to a smartphone, pager, PDA or other handheld device. Text messaging implies sending short messages generally no more than a couple of hundred characters in length. , phone and instant messaging Exchanging text messages in real time between two or more people logged into a particular instant messaging (IM) service. Instant messaging is more interactive than e-mail because messages are sent immediately, whereas e-mail messages can be queued up in a mail server for seconds or . To learn more about the program or to register for classes, visit: www.hscp-hu.com About Alion Science and Technology Alion Science and Technology is an employee-owned technology solutions company delivering technical expertise and operational support to the Department of Defense, civilian government agencies and commercial customers. Building on 70 years of R&D and engineering expertise, Alion brings innovation and insight to multiple business areas: naval architecture naval architecture, science of designing ships. A naval architect must consider especially the following factors: floatability, i.e., the ability of the ship to remain afloat while meeting the requirements of the vessel's service under normal and abnormal weather and & marine engineering; defense operations; systems engineering; modeling & simulation; information management & technology; chemical, biological, nuclear & environmental sciences; wireless spectrum engineering; and industrial technology. Based in McLean, Virginia McLean is an unincorporated community located in Fairfax County in Northern Virginia. A small geographic area along Chain Bridge Road in Arlington County has a 22101 zip code and is also part of McLean. , Alion employee-owners are located at major offices, customer sites and laboratories worldwide. For more information, call 877.771.6252 or visit Alion online at www.alionscience.com. About Hampton University Hampton University, a dynamic, progressive institution of higher education higher education Study beyond the level of secondary education. Institutions of higher education include not only colleges and universities but also professional schools in such fields as law, theology, medicine, business, music, and art. , is a privately-endowed, non-profit, non-sectarian, co-educational, historically black university. It is located in southeastern Virginia and boasts one of the loveliest campuses in the nation, with a picturesque waterfront and historic buildings and landmarks. Hampton University has grown into a comprehensive university providing a broad range of technical, liberal arts liberal arts, term originally used to designate the arts or studies suited to freemen. It was applied in the Middle Ages to seven branches of learning, the trivium of grammar, logic, and rhetoric, and the quadrivium of arithmetic, geometry, astronomy, and music. , pre-professional, professional, and graduate degree programs. We also offer cultural entertainment and athletic events keep you in touch with the other students and members of the Hampton University family. At HU, you will be a member of a University family that includes some of the nation's brightest and most promising students. Our 5,700+ students come to Hampton University from 49 states and 35 territories and nations. They represent urban centers, suburban communities, small towns, and rural areas. Hampton University is a community of learners and educators. It is a place that will challenge your intellect and nurture your spirit; broaden your outlook and expand your opportunities. A place where you can meet people from a diversity of backgrounds and establish friendships that last a lifetime. HU's strong roots reach deep into the history of this nation and the African-American experience. But the University's sights, like yours, are set squarely on the horizons of the global community of the 21st century. And like you, we are focused on the extraordinary challenges and opportunities that await those who prepare for them. You see, that is Hampton University's commitment to help you plan for the future and chart your course for the journey through life. Hampton University is a place that values scholarship, talents and achievement. It is also a place that values character. It is a place that believes in integrity, honesty, respect for oneself, respect for others, decency, dignity, responsibility and fairness. It believes in providing an "Education for Life" to the whole person. This press release contains information about management's view of Alion's future expectations, plans and prospects that constitute forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. provisions under The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and of 1995. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of risk factors and uncertainties discussed in documents periodically filed by Alion with the SEC. Due to such uncertainties and risks, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. |
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