5 Purdue police officers promoted at pinning ceremony

(From left): Lt. Gabe Argerbright, Lt. Andy Standifer, Sgt. William Dorsey, Deputy Chief Lesley Wiete, Sgt. Michael Burrell and Lt. Chris White. (Photo provided) Download image

The Purdue University Police Department in June marked the promotion of five officers with a pinning ceremony. Family members and representatives from surrounding law enforcement agencies were present as the officers were sworn into their new positions.

Andy Standifer was pinned as a patrol lieutenant. Standifer has been with the Purdue Police Department since 2008 and served as a patrol sergeant before his promotion. He also serves as a canine handler and field training officer. He graduated from Purdue with a bachelor’s degree in law and  society.

Gabe Argerbright was pinned as a patrol lieutenant. Argerbright has been with the Purdue Police Department since 2010 and served as a patrol officer before his promotion. Along with his new role, Argerbright serves as a canine handler and field training officer. He graduated from Purdue with a bachelor’s degree in liberal arts.

Chris White was pinned as a records lieutenant. White has been with the Purdue Police Department since 2012 and served as a patrol officer before his promotion. He has also held roles outside of the Purdue Police Department, previously working as a local dispatcher and an officer with the Mooresville Police Department. White graduated from Purdue with a bachelor’s degree in health sciences and minors in forensic science and biotechnology.

William Dorsey was pinned as a patrol sergeant. Dorsey has been with the Purdue Police Department since 2020. In addition to his new role, Dorsey serves as a field training officer. He previously worked for the Lafayette Police Department. Dorsey graduated from Purdue with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and minors in business management and sociology. He received a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Southern Indiana. 

Michael Burrell was pinned as a patrol sergeant. Burrell has been with the Purdue Police Department since 2020. Before joining the department, Burrell worked for the Indianapolis Airport and Brownsburg Police departments. He also served as the public relations director and spotter for Bryan Herta Autosport. Burrell graduated from Ball State University with a bachelor’s degree in marketing and a minor in public relations.

“The Purdue University Police Department uses a robust promotional process to ensure we promote the most competitive candidates for the positions,” Purdue Police Chief John Cox said.  “Our CALEA accreditation and General Orders drive our promotional process to ensure the integrity of those processes. These officers will serve our department and community well in their respective new roles.”

Writer: Carly Rosenberger