The walk is a culmination of the 12-week course entitled 鈥淚n the Line of Duty,鈥� which teaches students historical, emotional, and interpersonal skills to understand further the commitment first responders make when taking an oath as a professional. Senior Lecturer Seth McBride teaches the course, and he said the objective is to recognize the fallen heroes who have made the utmost sacrifice. 鈥淭he content covered in this course, and the conversations that take place throughout the 12-week semester, will push students outside of their comfort zone,鈥� McBride said. 鈥淲e are asking college students to create connections with someone who has tragically lost a loved one. These difficult conversations and the relationships that result from it will prepare the minds of our students for the trajectory of their career.鈥�

Any monies raised or donations received during the walk will benefit two organizations: Supporting Heroes, Inc. and Who鈥檚 House Our House (WHOH) organizations. Supporting Heroes, Inc. is focused on serving family members of fallen first responders to create relationships amid tragedy, and WHOH promotes community policing initiatives with inner-city youth.

For more information regarding the Fallen Officer Project, contact Seth McBride at smcbride@culver.edu.