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Erika Rochel
San Diego County Sheriff's Office
Aaron Stronczek
Jay County Sheriff's Office
"I chose USD for the simple fact that no other school provided the type of degree program I was looking for. I've had a lot of negative leadership throughout my law enforcement career. Based on my personal experience, I wanted to make that change. I knew I needed a program that was based on leadership but focused on law enforcement. Other universities had "Gl..." Read more
5 years ago
Greg Staar
Metropolitan Water District of Southern California
"As leaders, it is critical that we constantly strive to keep ahead of trends and developments in our profession. This allows us to avoid trying to apply yesterday's soutions to tomorrow's problems, or "fighting the last wear." The program will allow me to add value, mentor our future leaders and position me well to assume greater responsiblities in the profe..." Read more
5 years ago
Jennifer Montoya
U.S. Air Force
"I absolutely love this program. Having the online platform was the best thing that could have happened to me educationally. It's very flexible for working professionals. The USD professors are all criminal justice professionals and understand the very sensitive and often turbulent nature of our profession. The structure of the coursework is excellent as well..." Read more
5 years ago
Jeneane Kucker
Santa Rosa Police Department
"The Law Enforcement Public Safety Leadership (LEPSL) Program at USD has been an extraordinary experience in both enhancing my leadership, and sharpening my supervisory skills. It also challenged me to think critically about the law enforcement profession, and the role of policing in society today."
5 years ago
Dennis Nayor
Ithaca Police Department
"I chose the LEPSL online degree program at the University of San Diego because I wanted to be part of a program that was not only educational but also one that was highly relevant towards what I am doing in 21st Century Policing. I considered MPA programs and Master's in Criminal Justice degrees, but neither were the right fit for me. The Law Enforcement and..." Read more
5 years ago
James R. Davis
"The Law Enforcement Public Safety Leadership degree at the University of San Diego was designed in a true collaboration between academics and law enforcement professionals. LEPSL offers you the opportunity to understand the theory and origins of topics central to our profession while simultaneously demonstrating how your new, and deeper, understanding can be..." Read more
5 years ago
John C. Myrsiades
Plymouth Township Police Department
"In my search for a suitable fit, I made a concerted effort to find a program that combined the study of today's public safety challenges alongside the law enforcement leadership solutions necessary to succeed in a modern-day setting. To my delight, the University of San Diego's LEPSL program was more comprehensive and progressive than I could have anticipate..." Read more
5 years ago
Dave Norris
San Francisco Bay Area
"I was thrilled to hear that I could use my POST Command College experience towards my Master's degree at USD. The LEPSL program is highly relevant to modern policing practices. I have used weekly USD assignments and research to generate work-related products in my daily job, and vice-versa. This course has been especially valuable to me in my ongoing profess..." Read more
5 years ago
Brian Schopf
Police Lieutenant, Elk Grove Police Department
"The University of San Diego Law Enforcement and Public Safety Leadership (LEPSL) Program is a real-world graduate program with a pragmatic approach to contemporary issues in law enforcement. The program focuses on the efficacy of modern policy and procedures while maintaining a focus on ethics throughout every facet of the program. Each Primary Learn Objecti..." Read more
5 years ago
Philip "Tony" Cox
NCIS
"As a past President of the Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA), I first became aware of LEPSL during our annual conference in Los Angeles, CA. Having been enrolled in other graduate level programs, I was immediately impressed with LEPSL's progressive and relevant curriculum. I'm currently only a few courses away from graduation a..." Read more
5 years ago
Felix Salazar
San Diego County District Attorneys Office
"I chose this program because of the history and reputation of the University of San Diego. The instructors in the program have a lot of experience and most importantly, current experience. This program helped me improve as a leader and furthermore expanded my critical thinking skills as a result of the challenging topics that were discussed in each course...." Read more
6 years ago
Brad Welch
Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office
"The Law Enforcement and Public Safety Leadership Masters Degree program at the University of San Diego is simply the only way to go for law enforcement professionals looking to further their education. The professors are well-respected experts in their fields and utilize current national issues that we in law enforcement deal with on a daily basis. This degr..." Read more
6 years ago
Paul Jacome
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department
"The LEPSL program has been a great experience and has taught me some very relevant information about law enforcement. The discussions between fellow students and the instructors is very progressive and forward thinking."
7 years ago
Lisa Hinz
Sacramento Police Department
"The LEPSL program at USD has been phenomenal. The courses directly reflect what is happening at progressive police agencies throughout the Nation. Having the opportunity to communicate with classmates who represent American law enforcement agencies has been refreshing and informative. I have found that learning from my peers is equally important to the cours..." Read more
7 years ago
Greg Borromeo
Sergeant, Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department
"The USD LEPSL program has exceeded my expectations. I chose USD for its reputation and reviewing the coursework offered in the LEPSL program. The faculty and staff and been extremely accommodating and helpful throughout the entire process. The scheduling and tempo, while challenging, has been feasible to maintain personal and professional responsibilities wh..." Read more
7 years ago
Hubbel Richmond
"Great Interactive Program. This program really enables working professionals to achieve graduate level education in an in-depth manner. Allows for timely and rigorous coursework completion with interactive feedback."
7 years ago
William Mokuau
Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Provost Marshal's Office
"I chose the Law Enforcement Public Safety Leadership (LEPSL) Program for the well-rounded subject matter commensurate with law enforcement management skills needed in the policing enterprise of today and the future. Inspired by co-workers who graduated from LEPSL, I found the program focused on key topics piquing my interest such as: analytical procedures fo..." Read more
7 years ago
Vanessa Day
Riverside County Sheriff's Dept.
"The LEPSL program offered by USD has provided me with training and education that is rooted in real-life experiences and examples. I have been able to immediately apply the education I have received to my every day work and even in my personal life. I have seen an increase in my ability to properly communicate with my peers and superiors, as well as better..." Read more
7 years ago
Aaron Fountain
Pleasanton Police Department
"I had been contemplating the pursuit of my Masters degree for several years when I came upon the University of San Diego's Law Enforcement Public Safety Leadership program. The program's structure and content were exactly what I had been looking for. As law enforcement leaders we all have busy lives and work schedules but the format of this program fits into..." Read more
7 years ago
Eric Skaja
Escondido Police Department
"I chose the LEPSL program because of the immediate and future application of the curriculum towards my profession of police leadership and the tremendous networking opportunities. The online format is perfect for me to be able to balance school, work, and life. I am able to commit the required time to the program when it best suits me and my family and my..." Read more
7 years ago
Stephanie Cox
Chula Vista Police
"Acquiring MS in Law Enforcement Leadership from USD was one of the best educational choices I have made. The staff is accommodating the ideas innovative and informative. This program, the staff, and it's completion have led me on many of my professional decisions and aided in my promotion to Sergeant last year. Great people and a great program that offers a..." Read more
7 years ago
David Hutchinson
"I researched all of the public safety master's programs I could find before deciding on USD's Law Enforcement and Public Safety program. In doing my research I spoke with Dr. Erik Fritsvold on the phone and explained my unique situation being a former firefighter and career LEO who manages a county fire investigation unit (FIU) that is staffed by both law en..." Read more
7 years ago
Dan Templeton
"USD’s law enforcement and public safety leadership program has been amazing. From the quality and experienced instructors to one of its kinds course material, this program has genuinely assisted me in my career development and has prepared me for today’s challenges in this profession. Dr. Fritsvold genuinely cares about his students and law enforcement. When..." Read more
7 years ago
Bert Rock
"This is a great professional advancement learning program. The courses are well paced and absolutely relevant to the current culture in today's law enforcement. The classes are challenging and force you to think outside the box regarding real life issues. I was able to work my regular work assignment and still find time to complete my school work. Take the e..." Read more
7 years ago
"I enrolled in this program because of the reputation USD holds. I was previously enrolled in a different university and was greatly disappointed. I felt as though the staff and faculty were not of the quality of education I was looking for in a Master's program. In my previous experience, I also found a lack of practicality or connection between my professio..." Read more
5 years ago