Congratulations to the Graduates of the 153rd Administrative Officers Course

Please join us in congratulating the graduating class of the 153rd Administrative Officers Course (AOC)! Today, forty-one students representing thirty-eight different agencies across eighteen states will take the stage to receive their diplomas. This moment marks the culmination of a semester of hard work, dedication, and growth during their time on-campus with us at SPI.

The knowledge and insights gained—both from our esteemed faculty and the invaluable experiences shared among peers—are bound to leave a lasting impact. We are confident that the lessons learned here will empower you to face future challenges and seize opportunities with confidence and integrity.

As you embark on the next chapters of your professional journeys, we eagerly anticipate hearing about the remarkable contributions each of you will make in your respective communities. From your SPI family, best wishes for a bright and successful future!

153rd AOC Banquet and Graduation Photos

153rd Administrative Officers Course Class Officers

President:Lt. Raymond Beltz Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, FL (3rd from left)
Vice President:Lt. Sarah Blodgett Sheboygan Police Department, WI (3rd from right)
Secretary/Treasurer:Capt. James Doll Richmond Police Department, IN (2nd from left)
Sgt. at Arms:Capt. Flamur Zenelovic Stuart Police Department, FL (far left)
Chaplain/Peer Advocate:Lt. Joel Lopez Louisville Metro Police Department,  KY (2nd from right)
Historian:Capt. Carlos Sanyer, Virginia Beach Police Department (far right)

Award Recipients of the 153rd Administrative Officers Course

Dr. William Walsh Director's Awards

The Dr. William Walsh Director's Award is awarded to the graduate and undergraduate student with the highest grade point average (GPA) in each session of the Administrative Officers Course.

Dr. William Walsh was the Director of the Southern Police Institute for 15 years – serving from 1993-2008. He has demonstrated strong commitment and support to SPI and to the Department of Criminal Justice for many years. This award for academic excellence was named after Dr. Walsh by his successor, Dr. Thomas Hughes, in 2009. It continues to be a coveted recognition at the conclusion of each semester.

153rd AOC Undergraduate Option:

 Sgt. James Bryan Luckett. University of Louisville Police Dept., KY

153rd AOC Graduate Option: 

Capt. Michael Williams, Moses Lake Police Dept., WA

B. Edward Campbell Award for Outstanding Service

The B. Edward Campbell Service Award is given by the Southern Police Institute. This award is for "meritorious service to fellow Law Enforcement Officers of the 134th Administrative Officers Course by Demonstrating Leadership and Commitment to the Shared Goals and Objectives of the Southern Police Institute."

This award was created to celebrate the devotion and nearly 40 years of service to the University of Louisville and the Southern Police Institute by Professor Emeritus B. Edward Campbell.

The 153rd AOC Recipient:

 Lt. Sarah Blodgett Sheboygan Police Department, WI

153rd Administrative Officers Course Class Roster:

Lt. Raymond Beltz, Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, FL
Sgt. Scott Bjork, Alaska Wildlife Troopers, AK
Lt. Sarah Blodgett, Sheboygan Police Dept., WI
Lt. David Bonfanti, Peabody Police Dept., MA
Sgt. Curtis Bush, Kenton Co. Police Dept., KY
Sgt. William Jarren Culver, Bardstown Police Dept., KY
Assistant Chief Kirk Dickerson, El Reno Police Dept., OK
Capt. James J Doll, Richmond Police Dept., IN
Capt. Sherrie Gilbert-Ramsey, Stockbridge Police Dept., GA
Sgt. Brian Haley, Alaska State Troopers 
Lt. Michael Hauler, Gulfport Police Dept., MS
Capt. Ryan Heid, Charleston Co. Aviation Authority Police Dept., SC
Capt. Charles David Hight, Doraville Police Dept., GA
Lt. Kristopher M Hines, Jr., City of Biloxi Police Dept., MS
Sgt. Holly Hogan, Louisville Metro Police Dept., KY
Lt. Brandon Isner, Lynchburg Police Dept., VA
Lt. Brian E Kenny, Port St. Lucie Police Dept., FL
Lt. Joel Lopez, Louisville Metro Police Dept., KY
Sgt. James Bryan Luckett. University of Louisville Police Dept., KY
Sgt. Scott R Marshall, Jr., Union Township Police Dept., OH
Lt. Shannah E Newman, Oak Ridge Police Dept., TN
Lt. Jakub Owczarski, Wethersfield Police Dept,  CT
Sheriff Ryan Palmer, Windsor Co. Sheriff's Dept., VT
Lt. Joseph Parker, Lakeland Police Dept., FL
Lt. Samuel Pavlak, Yuma Co. Sheriff's Office, AZ
Capt. John Prisavage, New Britain Police Dept., CT
Sgt. Ryan H. Rogers, Middletown Police Dept., OH
Lt. Brian Russo, Polk Co. Sheriff's Office, FL
Capt. Carlos J Sanyer, Virginia Beach Police Dept., VA
Lt. Scott Silver, University of Florida Police Department,  FL
Lt. Kevin Smith, Polk Co. Sheriff's Office, FL
Major Andreas Smith, Forest Park Police Dept., GA
Sgt. Brandon Smith, Sandy Springs Police Dept., GA
Lt. Caleb Stewart, Louisville Metro Police Dept., KY
Staff Lt. James M Thompson, Ohio State Highway Patrol, OH
Sgt. Michael C. Walker, Itasca Police Dept., IL
Sgt. Christopher Wall, Auburndale Police Dept., FL
Capt. Michael Williams, Moses Lake Police Dept., WA
Lt. Chad Worley, Univeristy of Tennessee DPS, TN
Major Mike Yepez, Miramar Police Dept., FL
Capt. Flamur Zenelovic, Stuart Police Dept., FL