WPD POLICE SYMPOSIUM
2026 Evidence-Based Policing Symposium
July 09 & 10, 2026
Rhatigan Student Center at Wichita State University
1845 Fairmount St, Wichita, KS
Two days of practical insights, innovative strategies, and real-world applications. This symposium brings together leading researchers, practitioners, and law enforcement professionals from around the nation to explore evidence-based policing — what actually works and how to improve public safety outcomes.
Stay informed on the latest evidence-based strategies and projects
Build partnerships across agencies, businesses, and academic institutions
Take home practical tools and ideas ready to implement
Help shape the future of collaborative, data-informed policing
2026 Symposium Guest Speakers - Day 1
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Mark Fallon
NCIC (ret.)
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DA Vern Pierson
El Dorado County District Attorney’s Office, California
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Christian Meissner
Iowa State
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Pete Blair
ALERRT at Texas State University
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Ryan Perlongo
DCJS/NY/Sgt.
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Jennifer Hill
Louisville Metro
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David Cefalu
Wauwatosa, WI
2026 Symposium Guest Speakers - Day 2
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Heather Holcomb
Practitioner and WSU
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Brian DiSalvo
DCJS/NY
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Zach Stephens
Overland Park, KS
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Jason Potts
Las Vegas, Nevada metro
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Jimmy Baldea
Vermont
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Paul Taylor
Denver, Colorado
2026 Symposium Hosts
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Dr. Michael Birzer
Director of the Undergraduate Research & Creative Activity Hub at Wichita State University
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Christian Cory
Retired Wichita Police Dept Detective
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Spots are limited! Please register below:
Questions? Please contact Christian Cory at cory@ixi.solutions or Amy George Lumry at amy@wichitapoliceandfire.org.