70 Years of Training those Who Serve Our Nation

To commemorate its long and distinguished history of training our Nation’s emergency management professionals, EMI Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Stern recorded this video message to highlight the anniversary theme “70 years of training those who serve our Nation.” The commemoration doesn’t end there — EMI is planning events throughout the year that will include memories from previous students, instructors and superintendents, as well as a glimpse into EMI’s vision moving forward. Celebration planning continues with more details to be announced soon.

FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell offers congratulations, discusses the 70 year history of the EMI, and the important role EMI provides to steadily build the Nation's emergency management capabilities and enhance the culture of preparedness.

Former EMI Superintendent Tony Rusell offers congratulations, recalling his time at EMI as the highlight of his FEMA professional career, and reflecting on the dedication and professionalism of the staff to the training mission.

To celebrate its 70 years, the Emergency Management Institute will have a year-long commemoration to include webinars, podcasts, panel discussions, videos and featured speakers providing compelling insights from those who have benefitted from the Institute and its predecessor institutions in Olney, Maryland and Battle Creek, Michigan. Follow our social media channels and FEMA publications to learn about our upcoming events. Our events will highlight our accomplishments in training for the past 70 years across the nation and around the world. Stay tuned and keep checking our 70th Anniversary website for updates.