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From Strangers to Teammates: Inside BLEA Class 932

The morning of April 16 begins like many others at the Southwest Regional Campus in Vancouver, with formation, quiet focus, and a shared sense of purpose. For Basic Law Enforcement Academy Class 932, this day carries something more. After months of training, challenge, and growth, they stand together not as strangers, but as a team, ready to graduate and begin serving communities across Washington.

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The Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) proudly recognizes the graduation of Corrections Officers Academy (COA) Class 505 at the Southwest Regional Campus in Vancouver, Washington. This milestone marks the completion of an intensive training journey and the beginning of a career dedicated to public safety, accountability, and service.

Graduation represents more than the end of an academy. It reflects weeks of discipline, learning, and growth. Each recruit has committed to developing the skills and judgment required to serve in one of the most complex… Read more

At the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC), every recruit arrives with a story. For Alicia Choi of the Vancouver Police Department, that story is rooted in service, shaped by family, and strengthened through challenge.

Her journey reflects what Beyond the Badge is all about—real people, real experiences, and the dedication it takes to serve Washington communities with integrity.

Every path into public safety is different. For King County Adult and Juvenile Detention Officer Roman Sukhanov, that path began thousands of miles away in Ukraine. It led to a career rooted in service, resilience and human connection here in Washington state.

Roman’s story is one of transition, growth and purpose. It reflects the very foundation of what it means to serve others and why that service matters.

From Ukraine to Washington