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DHS works with the academic community - including school administrators, faculty, and students - on a range of issues. The Office of Academic Engagement (OAE) supports DHS’s mission by building, improving and leveraging relationships with the academic community.
      
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  Latest Academic Engagement NewsSeptember 6, 2023 | SpeechesSecretary Mayorkas Delivers Remarks at Inaugural Homeland Security Academic Partnership Council Meeting
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