Starting the Journey

[rlf1810]

Hello Everyone,

I've been lurking here for awhile and have learned a lot of valuable information. So, a little about myself and my goals...

I'm currently majoring in Psychology with a minor Criminal Justice and plan to get my master's (and PhD eventually) in Forensic Psychology. To pay the bills and build some experience I work full-time as a security officer at a casino. At the moment I speak two foreign languages, but have several more in the works. Between this, a wife, an energetic dog and my passion for music, there is seldom an idol moment in my day.

My interest in Law Enforcement started at a young age, as with most of you. My grandfather was a command sergeant major in the US Army as well as chief of police, detective lieutenant, and creator of Sprint-United's corporate security department in Kansas City, among other things. Growing up with him around, I was all but destined to pursue this career. He passed away recently and though he left a big hole and even bigger shoes to fill, little would make me more proud than to continue in his footsteps. This, combined with a strong desire to help others, has brought me here today.

I know it's a long road ahead and though I can't wait to finally get the job, I'm not going to rush it. I'm going to keep my head down, finish school, and spend a ridiculous amount of time here on the forum :-)

-Robert

[marinepilot]

Robert, Welcome to RP from the Florida Panhandle! Thanks for finding our little home on the internet and also for the great intro! As you've already discovered, tons of great info here and there's also a boatload of great people here too, so keep digging in and exploring the space!

Please keep coming back and letting us know how your dream of getting into LE is going!! Sounds like you've got a little family tradition to keep up there. And I'm so sorry for the loss of your grandfather. I'm sure he'll be proud of you no matter what you do.