The Western Carolina University Police Department held its second “no shave” campaign during the university’s winter break as a fundraiser for the Staff Senate Scholarship Fund. Participating officers raised $300 and Mike Byers, WCU’s vice chancellor of administration and finance, matched that amount for a total of $600. As a year-round law enforcement agency, the WCU Police Department has uniform and appearance codes for members of the force, with limitations on male facial hair.
Chief Steve Lillard shared, “One goal of the police department is to build relationships within our community so that we can have positive interactions with groups on campus that are outside of our traditional law enforcement role. This event allows us to work with the Staff Senate on a very important topic that can directly impact our students and help them achieve their educational goals.” The Staff Senate Scholarship Fund was created in 2007 to promote higher education and help relatives of staff members attend WCU.
Chair of Staff Senate, Ben Pendry expressing his gratitude, “Thanks to Chief Lillard and Dr. Byers for continuing this event. This is a commitment on the part of the WCU’s Police Department, and the Senate is so, so appreciative.” For more information, contact Staff Senate at staffsenate@wcu.edu.
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