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The mission of the Department of Risk Assessment is to foster a safe campus community.

10/08/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, challenge misconceptions and support survivors of domestic violence.

It’s important to remember that behind every number is a person whose life has been impacted by domestic violence. Awareness is an important step toward creating an NC State community where students, faculty and staff feel safe seeking support.

If you are experiencing or have witnessed domestic violence, you are not alone and support is available. Consider reaching out to the Department of Risk Assessment, the Office of Equal Opportunity or the NC State Women’s Center to learn about resources and support.

Together, we can foster a campus community rooted in safety. 💜

This project was made possible by funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, opportunity number DHS-24-TTP-132-00-01.

09/30/2026

What an incredible two days of learning and collaboration at the 2026 NC Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management Symposium! We’re grateful to everyone who joined us for meaningful conversations focused on strengthening behavioral threat assessment and management practices across North Carolina.

A special thank you to our incredible speakers for sharing their expertise and experience with our attendees. Your contributions helped make this symposium a valuable opportunity to learn from one another and strengthen the work we do to support safer communities.

And, of course, thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the conversations throughout the day. We’re proud of what we accomplished together and look forward to continuing this important work.

This project was made possible by funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, opportunity number DHS-24-TTP-132-00-01.

09/17/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month and an important reminder that recognizing the signs of mental health challenges, reaching out to someone who may be struggling and creating supportive communities can make a difference.

Our latest blog post explores the connection between mental health and bullying, common warning signs to look for, ways to support someone who may be struggling and resources available to the NC State community. You don’t have to have all the answers to help. Sometimes, simply asking, listening without judgment and helping someone connect with support can be an important first step.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7. If someone is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1.

Read our blog post at bit.ly/4r4wcU2 to learn how you can recognize the signs, support others and help foster a community where no one feels alone.

This project was made possible by funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, opportunity number DHS-24-TTP-132-00-01.

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09/15/2026

September is National Campus Safety Awareness Month! With a new semester fully underway, campus safety is something we all have a role in, whether you’re a student, faculty or staff member, or a visitor to the NC State campus. From knowing how to report concerning behavior to taking simple steps to stay aware of your surroundings, a little preparation can make a big difference.

In our latest blog post, learn more about the Department of Risk Assessment, the Behavior Assessment Team (BAT), how to share concerns and practical tips for staying safe on campus. Read the full blog post at bit.ly/4xMbjzt

This project was made possible by funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, opportunity number DHS-24-TTP-132-00-01.

09/12/2026

Moving from reactive responses to proactive prevention is essential when addressing complex cases of intimate partner violence on college campuses. At the 2026 NC Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management Symposium, Jordan Kerere, M.Ed., Anna Grace Burnette, Ph.D., and Dewey Cornell, Ph.D., will explore this approach in their presentation, “From Reaction to Prevention: Applying a Threat Assessment Framework to Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) in Higher Education.”

Drawing on lessons from the Yeardley Love case and an analysis of 140 intimate partner violence cases managed by the University of Virginia’s BTAM team, this session examines approaches to assessing and managing IPV in higher education. Attendees will learn about key risk factors associated with repeat violence, the effectiveness of intervention strategies and practical approaches for managing IPV cases within college communities.

We’re excited to have Kerere, Burnette and Cornell share their research and expertise at this year’s symposium. Their insights will bring an important perspective to the conversation around threat assessment, intimate partner violence and the role of prevention in creating safer higher education communities. See the full agenda at bit.ly/4dudS0V

This project was made possible by funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, opportunity number DHS-24-TTP-132-00-01.

09/10/2026

We’re honored to welcome Gene Deisinger, Ph.D., and Kristina Anderson Froling as the keynote speakers for the 2026 NC Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management Symposium. Together, they will present “Twenty Years Later: Advancing Behavioral Threat Assessment Through Prevention, Response and Recovery,” offering a look at how the field has evolved and where it’s headed next.

Their presentation examines the evolution of behavioral threat assessment and management over the past two decades, with a focus on emerging trends and challenges in higher education and the importance of strengthening community support before and after a crisis. Attendees will revisit foundational threat assessment principles, explore best practices for survivor-informed long-term recovery and learn strategies for communicating threat management efforts in ways that build trust and encourage community engagement and information sharing.

We’re thrilled to have Deisinger and Froling join us as this year’s keynote speakers and look forward to the experience and insight they’ll bring to this important conversation. We’re excited to see all symposium attendees next week! See the full agenda at bit.ly/3VlYnSu

This project was made possible by funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, opportunity number DHS-24-TTP-132-00-01.

09/03/2026

Although the Pathway to Violence model developed by Calhoun and Weston has become a cornerstone of threat assessment when it comes to mass shootings, it has not previously been empirically tested in less severe cases, which are the majority of cases that BTAM teams are assessing in educational settings. At the 2026 NC Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management Symposium, Jordan Kerere, M.Ed., and Dewey Cornell, Ph.D., will share their quantitative findings as the result of their research into this topic in their presentation, “Pursuing the Pathway to Violence in School Threat Assessment.”

Drawing on data from 472 CSTAG cases across 52 schools, this session examines the relationship between pathway behaviors and violence risk in K–12 school threat assessment cases. Attendees will learn which pathway behaviors are most strongly associated with attempted physical assaults, how these findings support evidence-based threat assessment practices and how these insights can be applied to strengthen prevention and case management.

We’re excited to have Kerere and Cornell joining us for this year’s symposium and look forward to the expertise and research they’ll bring to the conversation. Find the full agenda for the event at bit.ly/4gyCart.

This project was made possible by funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships, opportunity number DHS-24-TTP-132-00-01.

09/01/2026

How can higher education institutions balance student support, community safety and due process in complex threat assessment cases? Find out at the 2026 NC Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management Symposium with “Removal or Management: Balancing Institutional Protection and Violence Prevention in Higher Education Threat Assessment,” presented by Kyle Smith, Ed.D., and NCSBI Special Agent Brie Benson.

This session will explore the critical balance between violence prevention principles and institutional risk management in higher education threat assessment and management. Participants will examine how institutions can avoid arbitrary or reactionary removal decisions while still taking decisive action when a student presents an imminent or escalating threat. The presentation will highlight the role of multidisciplinary teams, objective assessment tools, documentation practices and policy development in supporting equitable, consistent and defensible decision-making.

We look forward to hearing Smith and Benson share their expertise in September! See the full agenda for the symposium at bit.ly/4xWSclT

This project was made possible by funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships, opportunity number DHS-24-TTP-132-00-01.

08/20/2026

Join us at the 2026 NC Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management Symposium for “Let’s Reframe: BTAM with Neurodiverse Individuals,” presented by Stephanie Leite, Psy.D.

This presentation explores how neurodiversity, including autism spectrum disorder and ADHD, can influence Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management (BTAM) in K–12 and higher education settings. Attendees will learn how to adapt assessment, interviewing and case management practices to better account for neurological differences while strengthening protective factors and reducing risk.

Join professionals from across the country for two days of expert-led sessions and meaningful collaboration. Register today to reserve your place at this September’s symposium: bit.ly/4zlzmGQ

This project was made possible by funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships, opportunity number DHS-24-TTP-132-00-01.

08/13/2026

Attendees of the 2026 NC Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management Symposium can look forward to “Practice Without Consequence: Utilizing AI for ‘Budget Friendly’ BTAM Training,” presented by Brad Millick, Ph.D., CPP. Drawing on direct practitioner experience, this session explores the practical application of AI within a critical infrastructure environment.

Attendees will learn how AI tools can be used to generate realistic, scenario-based case studies, simulate behavioral indicators and support structured decision-making exercises for multidisciplinary BTAM teams. Join professionals from across the country for two days of expert-led sessions and meaningful collaboration. Register today to reserve your place at this September’s symposium: https://bit.ly/4bL4Wnc

This project was made possible by funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships, opportunity number DHS-24-TTP-132-00-01.

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