The Chief of Police Search Committee recommended the two candidates out of 32 applicants after months of a national search authorized by President Martha Burger.
Update: Interim police chief takes leave of absence
Interim Chief Mark LaHue is on an approved leave of absence according to Leslie Berger, senior director of university communications.
Interim police chief, CFO accused of discrimination
A campus police officer and a library employee have filed a discrimination claim and a Title IX report against OCU’s interim police chief and the chief financial officer.
Campus police test new intercom system for active shooters
The police intercom system tested a new type of phone during an emergency drill.
Police chief, lieutenant resign, interim chief appointed
Campus Police Chief Rusty Pyle and Lieutenant Michael Kavenius resigned yesterday after Kavenius was accused of racial profiling.
New police chief works to improve safety on campus
Rusty Pyle was promoted to chief of police after serving as interim chief since spring. Pyle officially became chief July 1 and was recognized July 17 at a pinning and swearing-in ceremony. “The position was open, and the university had the confidence in me to pick up the job and do what needs to be…
