Assignment 2: Research and Analysis Paper

In a 5 page paper, please research the role, mission, duties, and responsibilities of the Department of Homeland Security. Be sure to address why this entity was formed, what responsibilities it has, its enabling legislation, and law enforcement agencies that have been acquired through the creation of the DHS. Discuss how the DHS prepares and provides assistance to law enforcement agencies. Conclude with a paragraph that addresses your own thoughts on this agency's inception and current effectiveness.

Directions

In addition to fulfilling the specifics of the Assignment, a successful paper must also meet the following criteria:

• Include a cover page and references page in 10-12 point font (Arial, Courier, and Times New Roman are acceptable)
• Viewpoint and purpose should be clearly established and sustained
• Assignment should follow the conventions of Standard American English (correct grammar, punctuation, etc.)
• Writing should be well ordered, logical, and unified, as well as original and insightful
• Your work should display superior content, organization, style, and mechanics
• Appropriate citation style should be followed

You should also make sure to:

• Include a title page with full name, class name, section number, and date

• Include an introductory and concluding paragraph and demonstrate college-level communication through the composition of original materials in Standard American English

• Use examples to support your discussion

• Cite all sources on a separate reference page at the end of your paper and cited within the body of your paper using APA format

You will need to use a minimum of 3 academic sources.