THE DISPATCH
NOVEMBER 2019,V. 10, ISSUE 1
SPOTLIGHT: STUDENT OFFICER PROGRAM Secret Service Director James Murray's Message "Attitude, Aptitude and Courage" by Student Officer, John R. Sullivan III
Director James Murray (second from left) is pictured with Student Officers, Chief Donald Bergmann (far left) and Sgt. Joseph Laguzzi, Student Officer Coordinator (far right)
This past August during the Student Officer Academy Week, Secret Service Director James Murray, a University alum, gave remarks to the Student Officer Program's annual luncheon. It has been the tradition for the Student Officer Program to have a guest speaker with a career in law enforcement. Never in the program’s existence has a director of a federal agency come to speak.
One of the biggest highlights of his talk was the idea of “attitude, aptitude, and courage.” He mentioned that no matter what career student officers land, having these traits will help them obtain their goals.
Director Murray was appointed by President Donald Trump earlier this year. He was sworn in May 1st, 2019.
John Sullivan, father of Student Officer Russ Sullivan, was also in attendance. John Sullivan was a coworker of Director Murray.
Director Murray also shared some of the great experiences that he had while working towards his degree at the University.
Before his retirement, Mr. Sullivan held the position of Deputy Assistant Director. Director Murray created some smiles and laughter when he said the following: “This man knows more about me than my parents, and even my priest!” Mr. Sullivan polygraphed the Director before he began his career with the Secret Service. As a department, we thank Director Murray for taking time to come visit his alma mater. It was a true privilege and honor to have him!
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UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
Tire Chains Canned compressed air with sealant for emergency tire repair Cat litter or sand to help tires get traction, or road salt to melt ice Booster cables with fully charged battery or jumper cables Hazard or other reflectors Bright colored flag or help signs, emergency distress flag, and/or emergency flares Road maps Waterproof matches and a can to melt snow for water
