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Lincoln University law enforcement academy approved
By The Associated Press
JEFFERSON CITY (AP) Lincoln University in Jefferson City has received a one-year probationary license for a law enforcement training academy, which supporters say is the first such academy in the country at an historically Black university.
Gov. Mike Parson and Missouri Department of Public Safety Director Sandy Karsten signed the license during a ceremony Tuesday at the university, The Jefferson City News-Tribune reported.
Parson said the academy could have far-reaching impacts at a time when law enforcement agencies are working to improve diversity.
The academy will focus on attracting low-income students from minority communities. Classes will be capped at 24 and, as of Tuesday, the academy had received 22 applications. Classes start next month.