“I love using motivational interviewing. I love seeing the positive impact and change it creates in both student’s and officer’s lives. Campus police already have the skills needed; by simply refocusing those skills they can completely change their impact.”

Dave Closson

Overall, the role of campus police is a very dynamic one that involves wearing a lot of hats. It’s not about just showing up and arresting the bad guys. In a typical day you can handle a wide range of complex issues including: mental disorders, medical emergencies, traffic violations, domestics, a wide gamut of drugs from pot to meth labs, lost puppies, flat tires, suicidal individuals and so on. College police are also educators who are teaching responsibility, accountability, campus safety and alcohol safety.

MI is a natural fit for this unique position on campus that allows you to educate and influence students. Your roles that make you ideally suited for MI