Purdue University Police Department welcomes two new officers with official swearing-in ceremony

The Purdue University Police Department (PUPD) recently held a swearing-in ceremony to officially welcome two new officers.

Officer Eli Roller graduated from Purdue in 2023, majoring in digital criminology and minoring in forensic science. He was previously employed by PUPD as a Purdue Student Security Patroller and helped the department with fleet and technical support. Roller has also been an active member of the National Society for Leadership and Success since January 2021, with the selection based off academic achievement and leadership potential. 

Officer Mark McKean joined the Monticello Fire Department in 2011 and worked there until he became a White County Sheriff’s corrections officer in 2013. In 2016, he became a White County Sheriff’s deputy as well as a K-9 handler. He worked side by side with his K-9 partner who was trained in narcotics. He then joined the Monticello Police Department in 2022 where he was also a school resource officer. 

“These individuals bring different experiences to our department, which will help advance the collective success of PUPD,” said police Chief Lesley Wiete. “We are excited to welcome these new officers and are confident they will be great additions to our team.” 

PUPD is part of the Administrative Operations organization, which supports the university through safe, reliable and transformative services. Hiring new officers with a variety of experiences is one of the many ways the organization can continue to power Purdue.