The Broken Arrow Police Department (BAPD) is partnering with NSU to offer a new program that grants 27 hours of college credit for completing a six-month training academy. This initiative aims to bolster recruitment, especially in anticipation of several retirements. BAPD requires new hires to have a minimum of 64 hours or an associate’s degree. Cadet Stanley Thompson, Capt. Josh McCoy, and Capt. Deidre Hughes see the program as a beneficial opportunity for those starting a career in law enforcement.