FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 30, 2024

CONTACT

Aric Mitchell
info@fortsmithpd.org
479-709-5000

SPECIAL ACCOMPLISHMENT

Captain Wes Milam graduates prestigious Northwestern University Program

Fort Smith, AR - The Fort Smith Police Department proudly announces the recent graduation of Captain Wes Milam from the School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC) at Northwestern University. Captain Milam successfully completed the intensive 22-week program held in Evanston, Illinois, from October 9, 2023, to March 24, 2024.

The SPSC program, established by the Center for Public Safety at Northwestern University in 1983, is renowned for providing advanced leadership and management training to law enforcement professionals. Captain Milam was part of Class #562, which included 24 students from across the nation. The curriculum covered 27 core topics, including Leadership, Human Resources, Organizational Behavior, Applied Statistics, and Budgeting.

This rigorous program challenged Captain Milam through written exams, projects, presentations, and a comprehensive staff study paper. Graduates of this program are often recognized for their leadership skills and many advance to higher positions within their agencies.

Chief of Police Danny Baker expressed pride in Captain Milam’s achievement, noting, "Captain Milam's dedication to professional development and his newly acquired skills will significantly benefit our department and community. We are proud of his accomplishments, and I look forward to the positive impact his training through the School of Police Staff and Command will have on the leadership culture of our Department."

For more information or media inquiries, please contact the Fort Smith Police Department Public Affairs Office at 479-709-5000.

Captain Wes Milam