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Empowering Tribal Nations: NCJTC’s Impact at a Glance
The National Criminal Justice Training Center (NCJTC) of Fox Valley Technical College proudly supports Tribal Nations by building on their inherent strengths through training, technical assistance and strategic planning. NCJTC has long-standing partnerships with some of the nation’s leading providers in areas of Tribal justice, law enforcement, child safety and victim services. Programs include: Recent
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Celebrating our Graduates: Cole Burdick
Career Program: Criminal JusticeOriginally From: RiponCurrent Residence: AppletonAge: 20Years of Attendance at FVTC: Fall 2022 Cole Burdick will provide the student address at the FVTC Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony on Sunday, May 19. Cole is graduating with an associate degree in Criminal Justice. He will enter the FVTC Law Enforcement Training Academy next month. Why did you choose to study
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‘If she can do it, I can do it’
Women in Public Safety Day encourages women to pursue careers in law enforcement The FVTC Public Safety Training Center was the host site for this year’s Women in Public Safety Day, an annual event coordinated by the Appleton Police Department. Around 50 women ages 15 to 21 interested in working in public safety attended the event, which
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Teen Officer for the Day Visits PSTC
Chance Van Stippen gets glimpse of career he’s always dreamed of A Fox Valley teen sworn in as an honorary police officer recently spent part of his shift touring and participating in simulated drills at the FVTC Public Safety Training Center (PSTC). While Chance Van Stippen continues to battle a rare form of brain cancer,
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Training Future Officers Focus of Police Week
Watch >> Interview: Training future police officers WBAY interviews FVTC about the future of the profession As part of National Police Week, much attention is being placed on the shortage of law enforcement officers. According to the Wisconsin Department of Justice, there are approximately 13,500 law enforcement officers across the state, making it the lowest number
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Student Spotlight: Ana Mejia
Career Program: Criminal JusticeOriginally From: AppletonCurrent Residence: AppletonAge: 24Attended FVTC: Fall 2019-present Why did you choose the Criminal Justice program? I chose Criminal Justice because I want to make a difference! This program fulfills all my expectations of what I was looking for. It is a career that fulfills my desire to be able to help others, and fits my
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Beyond the Classroom: Better Together
Fall 2019 Law enforcement recruits give back while learning about the community. Tim Hufschmid recalls a defining moment that illustrates the character of his Law Enforcement Recruit Academy students whenever they volunteer together. “A few years ago while volunteering at the Fox Cities Marathon, some recruits noticed an older military veteran struggling to finish,” recalls FVTC’s law
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Focus on Workplace Training: Best Prepared
Fall 2017 Law Enforcement recruits gain an advantage training at the nation’s premiere public safety facility. Fox Valley Technical College’s Law Enforcement Recruit Academy provides both the hands-on skills and academic know-how needed to be successful police officers. “The goal is to give recruits the best knowledge and skills to investigate crimes, enforce the law and serve
Training Police from Around the World
Fox Valley Technical College’s Public Safety Training Center (PSTC) set the stage for a day of high-tech, hands-on experiences for more than 50 police officers representing nearly 30 nations. The June 13 event was part of the International Police Association’s (IPA) visit to the Midwest to expose its younger members to best practices in American
