Bernie Botson

Bernie Botson serves as Assistant Professor of Emergency Management and Chair of the Department of Criminal Justice and Emergency Management at Kansas Wesleyan University. He holds a B.A. from Kansas Wesleyan University and an M.A. from Arizona State University. His work focuses on enhancing emergency management protocols, criminal justice system integration during crises, and community preparedness strategies.

Education:

• B.A., Kansas Wesleyan University
• M.A., Arizona State University

Research interests emphasize practical applications of emergency management frameworks in small communities, interdisciplinary approaches to public safety, and policy development for disaster mitigation. His expertise includes crisis communication protocols and resource allocation strategies during large-scale emergencies.

No specific awards or grants are listed in the provided information. He currently oversees department operations from office PSH 222 and can be reached via bernard.botson@kwu.edu or 785-833-4360.