DCI Alumni Newsletter
December 2001, Number 9
Newsletter written and prepared by Dan Kuhn and Ayn Allen
Message from the Director
Message from the DCIAA President
Message from the Program Manager
DCI Classes and Seminars
DCI Alumni Doings from Dan's Desk
Contact
DCI 113th Class
The Director Digresses —
With apologies for using an over-worked cliché, but this Class (#113) did "bond . . . as do all the Classes! I don't know if it's the ambience of the Tyler Bldg., the tradition(s) of the program or the magic of the full-time staff (Doris and Dan) . . . maybe "all the above," I suppose. For whatever reason, the resulting camaraderie is really remarkable . . . and inspiring to all who observe, (i.e. our Guests at Graduation).
Speaking of Graduation, it went real well . . . yet again. The evening featured Federal (U.S. District Court) Judge Alicemarie Stotler (B.A. & J.D. from USC!) as our Speaker, and a visit by Margie Greene from Class #2 (she was celebrating her 105th Birthday!) . . . along with welcoming remarks by Chief Parks.
On a negative note, we continued to experience significant shrinkage in our donor pool . . . a problem partially participated by the recent shift in focus for giving. In any case, we are anxious to enhance our base for funding the scholarships . . . any assistance and/or referrals will be welcomed.
—Dr. W. Garrett Capune
Message from the DCIAA President
Joe Peyton
On October 19,2001, the University of Southern California School of Policy, Planning and Development sponsored the graduation of the 113th Class of the Delinquency Control Institute. The graduation was held at the Town and Gown Facility of USC. Chief Bernard C. Parks made the introduction to the program, which was attended by many distinguished members of the DCI staff, academic and law enforcement community. The guest speaker for the graduation ceremony was Judge Alicemarie Stotler, a lifetime personal friend of Dr. Capune. Judge Stotler's presentation provided a tremendous amount of insight into the judicial process beyond merely appointing a judge to the bench.
There are currently 10 active donors for the DCI Scholarship Program, and as most of you are aware, students have attended this six–week course from law enforcement agencies around the world since 1946. If any of our members are aware of any potential donors for future classes, please do not hesitate to contact Dan Kuhn at (213) 743–2497, or myself at (213) 473–0222.
Dr. Capune noted that this gradation was particularly special because the second day of the class was September 11. Beyond the extraordinary bond, which was created and demonstrated by these class members, the class presented a remarkable mural to USC, which honored all of the heroes of New York City, Pennsylvania and Washington D.C. The mural will serve as a constant reminder of the real cost of freedom in this country, and all of the DCI classes of the past and future are grateful to the 113th Class for this contribution to USC. On behalf of all of the DCIAA Board members, and DCI Staff, I just wanted to wish you all the very best during the holidays and during the coming year.
—Lt. Joe Peyton (L.A.P.D.)
Message from the Program Manager
Dan Kuhn
You couldn't find a worse beginning for DCI Class 113. It started on Monday, September 10th – and we all know what happened on September 11th. Despite this, Class 113 responded in typical DCI fashion. Although they had known each other for only a day, they really came together quickly.
Ken Sedei from Orange County Sheriff's Department organized numerous members of the class to give blood. Approximately 20 students participated during the first week. And when you couldn't find a flag anywhere, Dennis Ellsworth of Garden Grove P.D. brought a box of over 100 flags and everyone had a flag on display on their tent card. Charlotte Burns from LAPD did an absolutely wonderful job of creating a memorable plaque of the September 11th attacks and presented it to us on Graduation Day as a class gift from Class 113. It now hangs in our library in a very prominent spot. Eric Balam, our chaplain, from USC Department of Public Safety, provided almost daily reassurance to the class with a simple prayer. Our outstanding secretary, Christi Chiarello ordered American Flag t–shirts for most of the class, which they all wore proudly.
And so it went with this wonderful class – I can't even begin to tell you how proud I am of them. Class 114 starts on January 7th with out–of–towners from Illinois, Arizona, Oregon, and New Hampshire. Let's pray this class doesn't have such an ominous beginning.
—Dan Kuhn
DCI 114th Class — January 7 — February 15, 2002
DCI 115th Class — September 9 — October 18, 2002
DCI 116th Class — January 6 — February 14, 2003
DCI 117th Class — September 8 — October 17, 2001
DCI One Week Seminars
Child Abuse
March 11–15, 2002, San Francisco (Pacifica)
May 20–24, 2002, Los Angeles (D.C.I.)
Interviewing Child Victims and Suspects
June 3–7, 2002, Palm Desert
Juvenile Justice Update
April 8–12, 2002, Los Angeles
Please keep sending us information on your whereabouts, promotions, new careers, etc. As you know, everyone looks forward to the newsworthy items section to keep track of their classmates. If you don't have time to write, just give me a call at (213) 743–2497.
DCI Alumni Doings from Dan's Desk
- Paul Watkins — 100th Class from Lynwood Police Department — was assigned as the Supervisor of a tri–city narcotics task force in October 2000. He was promoted to the rank of Commander and will now be supervising the Criminal Investigations Division and the Narcotics Task Force. Paul, it looks like you benefited from DCI!
- Be on the lookout for the next issue of EF&P (Emergency, Fire, Rescue & Police) Magazine, containing an article written by Officer Clint Grimes, M.A. and Frank Mullnix, R.N. of and about the Long Beach Mental Evaluation Team. We want to use Clint for our upcoming Juvenile Justice Update. Speaking of Clint . . .
- Clint Grimes -111th Class from Long Beach Police Department - was not promoted to Sergeant at Long Beach Police Department, but in a momentary lapse of judgment, the Secretary of Defense approved his selection to the rank of Commander in the Naval Reserve. He is number 58 out of 785 in his designator, MOS for you Marine Corp types. Clint, let's hope you're not in Afghanistan.
- Patrick Flood — 76th Class from Sacramento County Sheriff's Department — has retired and is now teaching law enforcement classes for California POST I.C.I. classes in interview, interrogation, interrogation law, and child abuse. Patrick, send me a resume.
- Bryan Astrachan — 97th Class — has taught an Administration of Justice program for high school students interested in Law Enforcement at West Los Angeles College since 1999. He was honored by Beverly Hills High School. He has also been teaching school police training at Rio Hondo Police Academy. Good work, Brian!
- Dave Holtzendorff — 100th Class — has started a new educational job. He will be a Facilitator at Excelsior Education Center in Victorville, CA. He was recently granted membership into Pi Lambda Theta–International Honor Society and Professional Association in Education. Congratulations, Dave. Looks like retirement has benefited you!
- Ray Mutter — 86th Class from Daly City Police Department (Retired) — is currently working as an investigator for the NASA ARC Police at Moffett Field, CA.
- Gregory Boles — 93rd Class from Los Angeles Police Department — recently retired in September 2000. His last assignment was the Officer–in–Charge for LAPD's Threat Management Unit. He was appointed Director, Global Management for Kroll Associates at the time of his retirement. He also teaches School Violence Prevention, Threat Assessment and Stalking crimes. Another person I need a resume from!
- Tom Buhl, Jr. — 97th Class from El Cajon Police Department — recently retired and is now Director of Security at Presto Telecommunication, Inc.
- John Allen — 108th Class from Arroyo Grande Police Department — has passed his promotion probation period and told the chief to "hang on now!"
- Jim Pappas — 102nd Class from Millbrae Police Department — along with his colleagues at Taylor Middle School received the Distinguished School Award from the Department of Education. Good job, Jim. You're the best!
- Darrell Lowe — 105th Class from Santa Monica Police department — was promoted to Sergeant.
- Calisse Lutcher–Lindsey — 102nd Class from Santa Monica Police Department — gave birth to a healthy baby boy. Calisse, the best to you and your baby!
- Mark DeAntonio — 85th Class from University of California Police Department (Irvine station) — says some of his fondest memories in criminal justice was attending the DCI class. He plans on retiring at the end of February 2002.
- Bruce Smith — 95th Class from Aurora (Colorado) Police Department — is doing some research on lateral entry police officers and is not finding a great deal of information about other departments experiences or recommendations on the subject. Has anyone from DCI done any research he could cite? Hey you DCI grads, can you help Bruce out?
- Doug Duckson — 97th Class from Torrance Police Department — has recently retired this March as a Senior Investigator and is now pursuing his undergraduate degree (last semester!) in Workforce Education and Development at Southern Illinois University. He is also preparing to sit for the 10–hour CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) exam. Good luck to you, Doug!
- Mike Menegio — 110th Class from Los Angeles Police Department — was named Southwest LAPD Officer of the Year for 2000. Great job, Mike!
- Andrew Kirkland — 111th Class — was promoted to Assistant Chief of the Portland Police Bureau.
- Bill Bevans — 111th Class from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department/Child Abuse Detail — has been recently teaching interviewing and interrogation techniques to the Sheriff's Department and to the Intra Agency Academy for the Department of Children and Family Services.
- Harley L. Ross — 77th Class — retired from the California Youth Authority in 1989. He has been the head of the Department of Correctional and Administration of Justice at Caffey College. He spent one year in 1997 at the Lord Scarman Centre for the study of Public Order in England as a visiting professor. He traveled to France, Spain, and Italy visiting their juvenile justice systems. Keep up the good work, Harley!
- Donald E. Miller — 102nd Class from San Francisco BART Police Department - became Sergeant shortly after returning from DCI. Doris might remember him as the one who brought flowers for everyone at graduation. We remember, Donald. What a guy!
- Avery Richey — 68th Class from Redondo Beach Police Department — retired in October 1999 and in May 2001 was appointed as a San Diego County District Attorney Investigator. Way to go, Avery. Best of luck to you!
- David Valentin — 105th Class from Santa Ana Police Department — recently received his Master's Degree in Public Administration (Human Resources emphasis) from California State University, Fullerton. Nice job, David!
- Phil Shepherd — 93rd Class from Victoria Police in Melbourne, Australia — is now the Senior Sergeant.
- Jim Dowling — 85th Class from Huntington Beach Police Department — is now a Detective.
- Detta Roberts — 81st Class from Los Angeles Sheriff's Department — was promoted to Captain. My classmate from the 81st Class- Way to go, Detta!
- Robert Carbone — 106th Class — was promoted to Lieutenant in June 1999. Good job, Robert!
- A quick note on one of our fine faculty members — Jim Brown from LAPD was honored by the I.C.A.N. Operations Committee for his years of dedicated service in the field of child abuse. Couldn't have happened to a nicer guy!
- Lots of news about El Segundo Police Department involving DCI graduates. Jack Wayt was promoted to Chief; Dave Cummings made Captain; Mitch Tavera also made Captain; and Max Phipps was promoted to Lieutenant. Way to go men! You make us proud!
Please remember that D.C.I. is always looking for donors to keep us going. If you have any leads, please call us and we'll be sure to contact them and send them a Donor's Package.
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