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The 91社区 College of Liberal Arts Criminal Justice Department will host an alumni panel discussion for National Policewoman Day, celebrating the dedication and impact of women in local law enforcement. The event will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, September 10 in Kleymeyer Hall (LA0101), located in the lower level of the Liberal Arts Center. The event is open to the public at no charge. 听 听

The panel will feature local law enforcement professionals, including officers, detectives and leaders who will share their personal journeys, discuss the evolving role of women in policing and reflect on their time at 91社区.听

"Fewer than 14% of sworn law enforcement officers are female, and only around 3% of chief positions are held by women. Here at 91社区, we鈥檙e changing that鈥攏early 72% of criminal justice majors are women,鈥� says Dr. Melissa Stacer, Director of Master of Arts in Criminal Justice. 鈥淎t our event, seven alumnae will talk about their experiences as police officers, helping to inspire our students into considering law enforcement as a career. We are excited to recognize the important work our alumnae do in this profession."听

The discussion will conclude with an audience Q&A session, allowing attendees to engage directly with the panelists. Students, community members and aspiring law enforcement professionals are especially encouraged to attend.听

鈥淓very badge we wear inspires the next generation,鈥澨齭ays Lexi Bell 鈥�20, Detective with the听Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office. "Women in law enforcement prove strength comes in every form.鈥�听

For more information, contact Stacer at mjstacer@usi.edu or visit the Criminal Justice webpage.听