“I am beyond proud of this dedicated Cadet Class and honored to call them Pennsylvania State Troopers,” said Col. Paris. “These individuals are now part of our elite group of protectors and will aid in our ongoing commitment to ensure the safety of the Commonwealth.”
The 171st Cadet Class is the first class to graduate from the PSP Academy without a college credit requirement for the position of trooper. The Shapiro Administration waived the college credit requirement for applicants in August 2023. Since then, PSP has seen an increase in cadet applications, receiving 1,830 applicants during the most recent application cycle without the requirement.
During the ceremony at LCBC Manheim, six cadets received the following special awards and recognition:
During the ceremony at LCBC Manheim, six cadets received the following special awards and recognition:
- Marcus P. Myers: American Legion Award for all-around academic, physical, ethical, and moral qualifications;
- Kevin J. Sisco: Gesford High Pistol Award for the highest score on the department’s pistol qualification course;
- Angelo J. Bencivenga: John K. Schafer Memorial Award for the highest combined score on a series of physical skills tests;
- Cody M. McCord: Colonel Paul J. Chylak Memorial Driver Proficiency Award for the highest proficiency in driver safety training;
- Andrew J. Fleming: Daniel F. Dunn High Scholastic Award for the highest level of academic achievement in the class;
- Marcus P. Myers: Colonel Ronald M. Sharpe Leadership Award for exemplifying the qualities of leadership.
Troop B, Washington
- Griffin W. Clark
- Jacob C. Bauer
- Tanner L. Hetherington
- Angelina M. Kimberly
- Desmond A. Serafini
- Joshua S. Shortt
- Kevin J. Sisco, Jr.
- Kenneth A. White
- Collin C. Wilson
- Logan M. Anderson
- Ryan A. Bartosiewicz
- Kyle J. Hinerman
- Abbey E. Kinney
- John T. Micco
- Rickki J. Rindfuss
- Brandi M. Stewart
- Navid Abhaisingh
- Trevor J. Adams
- John T. Angeli
- Landen J. Barnes
- Ethan M. Dunham
- Lee F. Kling
- Casey E. Knott
- Brandon E. Kurtz
- Shane R. Levan
- Cody M. McCord
- Nicholas D. McDonald
- Nicholas M. Moore
- Scott L. Sayers
- Dane A. Aukstakalnis
- Matthew R. Bartorillo
- Trevor P. Bopp
- Trenton B. Clites
- Avery D. Demko
- Austin D. Fay
- Randy M. Fernandez
- Tanner N. Hall
- Garret M. Horning
- Jacob D. Kauffman
- Connor A. Kernan
- Chad A. Koch
- Jonathan C. Lentvorsky
- Hunter L. Luckenbill
- Brandon W. Mader
- Grace M. Mayer
- Hannah M. McCurdy
- Meghan E. Molosky
- Damian Mora-Garcia
- Thomas R. Pack
- Zachary A. Peck
- Colin T. Richers
- William K. Womer, lll
- Kiara E. Romero
- Luis A. Adames
- Andrew J. Fleming
- Joseph T. Williams, llI
- Ian O. Achberger
- Angelo J. Bencivenga
- Donovan G. Hunt
- Chase M. Kraichely
- Marcus P. Myers
- Sean C. Paris