In this episode of Sagebrushers, University of Nevada, Reno President Brian Sandoval hosts Assistant Vice President and Chief of Police Eric James. The University Police Department-Northern Command serves the University by leading an extraordinary group of police officers, support staff and partnerships.
James started as a police officer at the University in 2003 after serving in the United States Marines Corps for 12 years. His work focuses on supporting workplace safety, sexual assault prevention, education about the dangers of underage drinking, self-defense training and more. As chief of police, James empowers his officers to support the Wolf Pack through proactive community involvement and protection.
During the episode, Sandoval discusses with James what the department does, how it serves the campus, including innovative safety measures, and how it partners with other campus units, such as the School of Medicine and School of Social Work, to provide educational opportunities to students.
