Graduation Ceremony Held for 176 New NYSP Troopers

A Milestone Achievement

Thursday was an exciting day for 176 new New York State troopers as they celebrated their graduation ceremony at the Empire State Plaza. The recruits had to undergo a rigorous process to reach this milestone, including taking an entrance exam, physical and mental evaluations, and 10 weeks of field training before going out on their own.

Recognition and Acknowledgement

Governor Kathy Hochul was in attendance and acknowledged the sacrifice the new troopers will make to keep New Yorkers safe. “But know that this is something spectacular,” she said. “My only wish for you now is that God keeps you in His hands, protects you. As you work every single day to protect all of us, and I’m never gonna be able to express the gratitude I feel to all 176 of you people.”

Top Honors

A Cohoes man, Clayton Buff, 24, received top honors during the ceremony for his overall academic average. Prior to the academy, he studied criminal justice at the University at Albany.

Conclusion

The graduation ceremony marked a significant milestone for the new troopers, who will now go on to serve and protect the people of New York State. We congratulate them on their achievement and wish them all the best in their future endeavors.

FAQs

Q: How many new NYSP troopers graduated?
A: 176

Q: What was the process to become a NYSP trooper?
A: The recruits had to take an entrance exam, undergo physical and mental evaluations, and complete 10 weeks of field training.

Q: Who was in attendance at the graduation ceremony?
A: Governor Kathy Hochul was in attendance.

Q: Who received top honors during the ceremony?
A: Clayton Buff, a Cohoes man, received top honors for his overall academic average.