Chico State University has begun a nationwide search for its new police chief after the retirement of Chief Christopher Nicodemus. Interim Chief Clint Stroud, who previously served as police chief at Stanislaus State, will lead the search process. The university is conducting a national review of applicants and expects to have a permanent police chief in place by the end of the next school year.
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Chico State Launches Nationwide Search for New Police Chief
Chico State University has launched a nationwide search for its next police chief following the retirement of Chief Christopher Nicodemus, who is now leading the Butte College Law Enforcement Academy. Interim…
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- Location: Chico State University
- Date/time: July 15, 2026 (announcement), July 31 (first review of applicants)
- Agencies involved: Chico State University Police Department, Butte College Law Enforcement Academy
- Status: Nationwide search underway
- Public impact: Campus safety and security
Christopher Nicodemus (former police chief)
Clint Stroud (interim police chief)
Chico State University Police Department
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