Cochise College held its law enforcement recognition. Eighteen cadets from the Southeast Arizona Law Enforcement Training Academy (SEALETA) graduated Thursday, May 25, at the Cochise College Douglas Campus.
Dr. J.D. Rottweiler, college president, extended his warm congratulatory remarks to all the recruits and expressed his gratitude to the training officers, faculty and staff. Chief Adam Thrasher led the recognition ceremony gave remarks and served as the master of ceremonies. Honorable Judge Tim Dickerson administered the Oath of a Peace Officer, symbolizing the cadets’ commitment to upholding justice and protecting the community.
With their class motto “Ready to serve, Prepared to protect!” as a theme throughout their training, the graduating cadets were filled with excitement and pride. Two officers were recognized for special class awards among the program graduates. Sean Maddux received the physical fitness award and the academic award for achieving 97.8% overall. Raymundo Felix received the firearms award. Kelsey Guyette received the unofficial driving award.
The graduates for the Class 23-1 are:
Luis Coronado, Ak-Chin Tribal Police Department
Tristan Garcia, Ak-Chin Tribal Police Department
Mark Noriega, Bisbee Police Department
Nathaniel Bronstein, Cochise County Sheriff’s Office
Jesus Cruz, Cochise County Sheriff’s Office
Reymundo Felix, Cochise County Sheriff’s Office
Tanya Klock, Cochise County Sheriff’s Office
Sean Maddux, Cochise County Sheriff’s Office
Jose Alvarez, Douglas Police Department
Mario Esquivel, Greenlee County Sheriff’s Office
Antonio Montez, Greenlee County Sheriff’s Office
Jennifer Cheatham, Pima Police Department
Dorian Ganilla, San Carlos Tribal Police Department
Mauricio Rivas, Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office
Kelsey Guyette, Sierra Vista Police Department
Michael Mothershed, Sierra Vista Police Department
William Partridge, Sierra Vista Police Department
Ricardo Ruvalcaba, Sierra Vista Police Department
“The SEALETA graduation ceremony not only commemorated the accomplishments of these eighteen officers but also symbolized the sacrifices and unwavering commitment demanded by the role of a law enforcement officer,” said Dr. Eric Brooks, executive director of the college’s First Responders Academy. “As they begin their careers, the officers now carry with them the responsibility to maintain peace and ensure the safety in their communities.”
Cochise College commends each graduate for their dedication and hard work and wishes them much success as they embark on their profession.