San Bernardino Valley College Alumna joins SBCCD Police Department

Sarah Gonzales, a San Bernardino Valley College alumni, has joined the San Bernardino Community College District (SBCCD) Police Department.

Gonzales graduated this past June with Class 42 of the San Bernardino Valley College Extended Basic Police Academy. Her desire to make a difference drew her to law enforcement, along with knowing that every day, officers face “physical challenges, mental challenges, and moral obligations,” she said. “It makes me proud to be a part of something greater than myself. I know these challenges will not only help me grow, but also the community I live in.

Gonzales also has an associate’s degree in biological and physical sciences from SBVC. Her familiarity with the campus is one reason why she enrolled in the Extended Basic Police Academy. She also liked that the program is designed for people with jobs and offers a flexible course schedule.

“I hadn’t been in school since I graduated from San Bernardino Valley College, and knew I needed some time to readjust to the learning environment,” Gonzales said. “I was also able to work full time to continue working towards my financial goals and keep up with my expenses.”