Dr. Eric Russell, Author at College of Safety & Emergency Services Academic Journal

Dr. Eric Russell

Eric J. Russell, Ed.D., MCS, MS-EFSL, CHPP, is a professor with Utah Valley University's Department of Emergency Services. His writings and research focus on the influence and impact of servant leadership on emergency services organizations and professionals, as well as homeland security education. He is the author of over 80 peer-reviewed and trade publications, as well as three books. Russell retired early as a Captain from the Department of Defense/USAF Fire and Emergency Services, with a combined service of active-duty military and DoD service.

The Influence of the Firefighter Recruit Academy Instructor: An Exploratory Case Study

March 13, 2026 · Dr. Eric Russell, Dr. Rodger Broome and Andy Byrnes

This qualitative, single exploratory case study examined the influence of Firefighter Recruit Candidate Academy (RCA) instructors on recruits' personal and professional development. Conducted at a university in the Western...