Washington College Campus Police

06/16/2026

Please join us in welcoming back Chief Ryan Colman!

Chief Colman previously served at Washington College from 2022–2025, where he successfully led the department through its transition to Campus Police after all officers received appointment from the Governor of the State of Maryland. During his tenure, he spearheaded the redevelopment of departmental policies, training programs, equipment modernization, and patrol vehicle upgrades, helping elevate the professionalism and operational capabilities of the department. Under his leadership, the department earned back-to-back Training Excellence Awards, while Chief Colman was internationally recognized by the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) as the 2024 recipient of the Award for Administrative Excellence.

Chief Colman’s leadership focused heavily on rebuilding trust within the campus community through strong community policing initiatives, increased officer visibility, and meaningful engagement with students, faculty, and staff. He also worked to strengthen partnerships with allied law enforcement agencies, including the Chestertown Police Department and the Kent County Sheriff's Office, fostering a collaborative public safety network dedicated to serving the Washington College community.

In July 2025, Chief Colman departed Washington College after being recruited to serve as the first ever Deputy Chief of Campus Police at Frederick Community College, where he played a key role in establishing and implementation of the college’s first Campus Police Department. His work there included developing operational procedures, training standards, departmental structure, and assisting with the rollout of the new agency.

As of July 1, 2026, we are proud and fortunate to welcome Chief Colman back to Washington College after only a year away. Chief Colman now returns to lead the department once again as Chief of Campus Police and Executive Director of Public Safety continuing the mission of strengthening campus safety, professionalism, and community partnerships across our campus.

Welcome home, Chief!

05/26/2026

Stop by the station to get your gear or just show up on June 8th!

05/20/2026

Please join us in congratulating Captain Burton Brown on an incredible 38 years of dedicated service to Washington College and our campus community.

For nearly four decades, Captain Brown has been a steady presence within the campus community and Campus Police, playing a major role in the daily operations, safety, and success of the college. His commitment, experience, and service have left a lasting impact on countless students, faculty, staff, and fellow officers throughout the years.

Known for never taking off, and his unmistakable personality, Captain Brown also brought humor to the department every day with the legendary “grumpy good mornings” he shared with everyone because, as we all knew, it was simply too early to be talking 🤣

Captain Brown’s years of service and dedication to Washington College will never be forgotten. We thank him for everything he has done for this institution and the community he served.

Please join us in wishing Captain Brown a happy, healthy, and well-deserved retirement. Congratulations, Captain Brown

05/20/2026

Congratulations to the Washington College class of 2026 🎓 Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have brought you to this incredible milestone, and we wish each of you continued success in your future endeavors.

Thank you to all faculty, staff, families, guests, and our allied agencies and emergency services partners who helped make this a safe and memorable event for our graduates and campus community.

Best wishes to the Class of 2026

05/14/2026

Please consider using this resource if you plan to attend next week’s festivities

04/18/2025

01/30/2025

CHESTERTOWN — Friday will feel a little frigid for area first responders. They'll be taking the plunge into the cool waters of the Chesapeake Bay around 10 a.m. at Sandy

11/11/2024

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Happy Veterans Day! Take a moment to honor those who have served, and if you have served, thank you for your heroism and courage.