Class 14 of College of Western Idaho’s (CWI) Law Enforcement program was honored during a ceremony Monday, May 12, at the Nampa Civic Center.
Program Director, Stacy Mowry, began the evening by welcoming in Nampa Police Department Pipes and Drums and graduates into the ceremony and leading the Pledge of Allegiance. Mowry then shared his appreciation to program leadership, staff, and instructors, past and present, for making the program such a success.
Following Mowry’s welcome, graduates and guests heard from CWI Provost Denise Aberle-Cannata, who applauded the students’ dedication, hard work, and commitment that got them to this moment, but also offered timely advice for continued growth. “Never forget the importance of continuous learning and self-improvement. Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth and always strive to better yourselves for the benefit of those you serve as well as yourself and your family members. You'll be better for it.”
Following Aberle-Cannata, graduates heard from Doug Hart, chief deputy of the Canyon County Sherrif’s Office, who reframed this critical step for the new officers and put it into context for their career journey. “Today as I look out at you, this is more than a completion of a training academy, it's the beginning of a commitment that each of you are making. This is so much more than a job. It’s a calling; a calling that requires good character, a strong heart, staunch discipline, and above all, integrity.”
Graduates were presented with completion certificates, challenge coins, and awards for top achievements:
- Top Shooter – Easton Hobson
- Top Driver – Kaylynn Carreira
- Top Academic – Abigail Gerosin
Gary Cooper, Sr. Coordinator of the then led the graduates through the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics, which ensures that all peace officers are fully aware of their individual responsibilities to maintain their own integrity, and that of their agency.
