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 At the beginning of the fall session at Lincoln
College, Lincoln Police Officers helped during move-in day. It was a
positive experience as officers got to meet some of the students.
Over lunch, this past Wednesday, Logan County Sheriff Mark Landers,
LPD Deputy Chief Matthew Vlahovich, Alderman Ron Keller and
Adams met with eight LC students, Dr. Bradley, Saint Rice and the
new College Security Director Jermaine Wallace at the Lincoln Police
Station.
The group participated in a round table discussion about building
relationships with key students and learning to understand one
another better.
Some of the significant issues discussed involved steps to deal with
racism, diversity, challenges in recruiting, cultural
misunderstandings, and building community relationships.
"I hope to continue these talks and to integrate our
businesses and community into these roundtables to discuss these
issues openly and honestly," said Adams.
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"I feel we made some good progress in ways Lincoln College
students can intertwine with our community. We must stop looking at the negative
and look at the positive that these students want to do in our community. We had
some good ideas on internships and being part of our local youth with coaching
and mentoring."
"Although some Facebook feeds are doom and gloom, we have to start really
communicating and being part of factual conversations. Taking the time to put
ourselves in the other's shoes to understand how our actions can affect others,"
continued Adams. "I feel we have a much deeper understanding after the
three-hour conversation. I feel I can trust these student to help be part of a
great solution!"
[Chief Paul Adams] |
