BSU Campus Police Officers Honored by Bowie’s Chamber of Commerce

Campus Safety Department, Plus Six Officers, Recognized for Distinguished Service

 MEDIA CONTACT: Damita Chambers, dchambers@bowiestate.edu, 301-832-2628 mobile

(BOWIE, Md.) – Six Bowie State University campus police officers received honors from the Greater Bowie Chamber of Commerce for outstanding service in keeping the community safe.

The Public Safety Award Program, hosted by the Department of Public Safety and the chamber of commerce, recognized the entire BSU Department of Public Safety and highlighted individuals who distinguished themselves in their service.

Pauline Markward, the chamber’s executive director, presented the awards to the officers. Captain James W. Booker received the Leadership Award, honoring public safety leaders who advocate for and accomplish significant advances in policies and programs. Chief Ernest Waiters got the Distinguished Service Award for public safety leaders who advocate for and accomplish significant advances in policies and programs to keep people safe.

Five officers received the Meritorious Service Award for public safety professionals who distinguish themselves by reacting to a serious threat in a positive and professional manner: Captain Booker, Sergeant Tramayne Bullock, Sergeant Carlos Rivera-Norris, Officer Maurice Hunter and Custody Officer Geniveve Taylor.

In addition, the department received numerous meritorious citations from elected officials, including Congressman Anthony Brown, Prince George’s County Executive Rushern Baker, Prince George’s County Councilman Todd Turner, and the Maryland House of Delegates.

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