Seymour police officers complete mid-management course at Roger Williams University

The Justice System Training and Research Institute at Roger Williams University in Bristol, R.I., in partnership with the New England Association of Chiefs of Police, recently recognized Commander John C. D'Antona and Inspector Joseph DeNigris of the Seymour Police Department for the successful completion of the "Command Training Series: Mid-Management Course," a two-week comprehensive training program for upper-level personnel.

Coursework addressed contemporary concepts of management and leadership relevant to the responsibilities of first line supervisors in a modem police agency. The program, presented by experienced academics and law enforcement practitioners between Sept. 29 and Oct. 10 discussed topics including operational leadership and management principles, problem-solving, organizational and interpersonal communications, labor relations, disciplinary issues and ethical decision-making.

Graduates of the session represented police departments from throughout New England and included D'Antona and DeNigris.