When Indiana University (IU) football entered a historic new era of success, the excitement extended far beyond the field. Sellout crowds, expanded tailgating, and increased national attention transformed game days into complex, campus-wide operations — events that demanded a higher level of coordination and communication.
For the Intra-Collegiate Emergency Medical Service (IC-EMS) at Indiana University, this shift reinforced the principle that effective emergency medical response at large events happens through intentional planning, strong partnerships, and reliable communication.
SOURCE: FirstNet Authority Newsroom
DATE: May 18, 2026
“With the capabilities of FirstNet, with priority and preemption, we wanted to make sure we had the best communication possibilities we could … to make sure the teams could talk with each other and talk with the command center,” said Dr. David Rodgers, IC-EMS faculty advisor.
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