NOBLE Partners with DuPont and Delaware State University to Introduce Career Opportunities to High School Students
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Posted By: Reginald Culpepper on April 12, 2022 The Delaware chapter of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) today announced it is partnering with DuPont and Delaware State University (Del State) on a pilot program to help Delaware high school students pursue careers in the legal, law enforcement, forensic science and policy fields. As part of the partnership, DuPont has agreed to sponsor two pilot, after school Making A Difference (M.A.D.) programs at Howard High School of Technology and the Early College High School at Del State’s Dover campus this spring. Following the rollout of the pilot, the company anticipates expansion of the program across the State of Delaware. Through a series of planned lectures and exercises by public safety practitioners, students will be introduced to several occupations, including Legal, Law Enforcement, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Communication and Forensic Science. One of the major goals of the program is to increase the number of high school students of color seeking careers in law enforcement throughout Delaware. “Key outcomes NOBLE looks to reach includes increased interest in careers in law enforcement among black and brown students,” said Sherri Tull-Hubbard, president of the Delaware NOBLE chapter. “We are also excited to increase community engagement between high school students and law enforcement personnel from around the state and serve as an invaluable contribution to public safety in Delaware by helping to provide opportunities for dialogue and understanding between vital stakeholders.” The importance and challenge of recruiting and retaining a more diverse police force has been widely reported both locally and nationally in recent years. Law enforcement has traditionally had a tenuous relationship with people of color. Historic racial animus and current feelings of a lack of accountability for police conduct has and continues to create tension in communities of color. Despite efforts to diversify police departments, the number of officers of color remains low, which can intensify the view that law enforcement is separate and apart from their communities. In 2004, the chapter launched a partnership with Delaware State University Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice to enhance the working relationship between students and the law enforcement community. In 2006, our collegiate chapter was recognized by the University Delaware Chapter of NOBLE, comprised of current and former law enforcement and public safety officials to foster positive mentorship and networking opportunities for Del State students. To date, more than 50 collegiate members are now employed by state, local and federal public safety agencies in Delaware and across the United States. “Delaware State University has long recognized the need for such an organization as NOBLE, and the M.A.D. program,” said Jackie Griffith, Vice President of Government & Community Relations at Delaware State University. “We are pleased to offer this after school program to students at the Early College High School who are considering a career in law enforcement. It’s another way we are transforming lives with programs that also address society’s major issues.” NOBLE successfully appealed to DuPont to sponsor the two pilot chapters, and consider expansion of the program. “DuPont is thrilled and honored to partner with Del State and NOBLE on this critically important initiative to create opportunities for high school students of color to pursue careers in law enforcement,” said Keith Hamilton, Regional Supplier Development Leader, DuPont Electronics & Industrial. “Now is the time to support our future leaders who will help us all build a better tomorrow. We look forward to the successful outcome of this pilot that results in the expansion of the program across the state.” M.A.D. consists of eight weeks of interactive training exercises covering such topics as first responders, crime scene and evidence collection and trauma response. The program was created by Mr. William Chapman, retired Delaware State Police. “A key part of education is providing students with the skills to recognize a challenge and then use critical thinking skills to solve the challenge,” said Mr. Kyle Hill, Principal of Howard High School of Technology. “Partnerships like the one Howard has with the DuPont Foundation and DSU and programming like M.A.D. help us provide rich learning experiences for our students.” If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Reginald Culpepper
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