There鈥檚 something new under the sun on the CU 麻豆影院 campus, and those who spend time helping to ensure public safety outdoors are appreciative of the extra protection from the elements.
CU 麻豆影院 police officers and residential service officers are now allowed to wear cowboy hats meeting certain specifications鈥攂lack wool felt, a brim of 4 1/2 inches or less,听a classic Stetson-style creased crown, black hatband with silver or tarnished silver buckle set, with no additional adornment鈥攚ith their regular uniforms.
The special order to amend the dress code policy came about after several officers, who spend long hours on patrol and supporting security at outdoor events such as football games and concerts, requested to be allowed to wear the hats.听
CUPD accounts, giving a nod to Head Football Coach Deion Sanders鈥� trendsetting fashion sense. Coach Prime, who is often seen wearing cowboy hats, , noting his gratitude for the police department鈥檚 support.
鈥淲e feel the same. We are proud to support the coach, his staff and the entire CU Buffs football team in every way we can, especially in building strong relationships,鈥� said Assistant Vice Chancellor for Public Safety and Chief of Police Doreen Jokerst.听
罢丑别听 recently began allowing cowboy hats, so the updated policy also allows for a consistent look听among public safety partners who help support CUPD with campuswide and local events.听
The wearing of cowboy hats is, of course, optional but could prove to be popular.听
