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Meet Our Officers and Staff

Our Officers

Lauren Misale

Lauren Misale

Chief of Police

Email: lmisale@clarku.edu
Phone: 1-508-793-7795

Learn more about Lauren

I began my career as a Police Officer in 2008. In 2012, I graduated from Clark with a master’s degree in public administration and was promoted to Sergeant later that year. In 2020, I was appointed Chief of Police. There are many things I love about working here, but my favorite is the pure excitement I feel for welcoming first-generation college students.

Operations Lieutenant Efrain Diaz

Efrain Diaz

Operations Lieutenant

Email: ediaz@clarku.edu
Phone: 1-508-793-7575

Learn more about Efrain

I’ve been at Clark since 2006 and enjoy working with my fellow Officers as well as serving the Clark community.

Kalah LaPlante

Kalah LaPlante

Administrative Lieutenant

Email: klaplante@clarku.edu
Phone: 1-508-793-7575

Learn more about Kalah

I have been at Clark since 2012, hired initially as a per diem officer. In 2013, I was hired full time and more recently was promoted to Sergeant in 2020. My favorite thing about working for Clark University is having the opportunity to be a part of the students’ 4+ years on campus. I enjoy seeing how much they grow from their first day on campus and come into their own as they cross the stage on commencement day.

Officer Kendall Watson

Kendall Watson

Sergeant

Email: kenwatson@clarku.edu
Phone: 1-508-793-7575

Learn more about Kendall

I have been with Clark since April, 2018. I have embraced many of the Clark traditions, while making new friendships in various departments. My favorite thing about Clark is the diversity this community offers.

Kalah LaPlante

Michael Sabatalo

Sergeant

Email: misabatalo@clarku.edu
Phone: 1-508-793-7575

Learn more about Michael

I am a proud alumnus of Clark, having graduated in 2015 and starting my service as a Police Officer that same year. Proud to say I have been a student, Dispatcher, and currently an Officer in my time here. My favorite thing about Clark is the day-to-day interactions within the Clark community (students and faculty) and being able to work with such great people in my department.

Evan Gaylord

Evan Gaylord

Detective/Advisor to Clark University Rapid Response (CURR)

Email: egaylord@clarku.edu
Phone: 1-508-793-7575

Learn more about Evan

I have been with the Clark University Police Department since January of 2021. My favorite parts about working here are the dedicated Officers I get to work with and meeting students from all over the world.

Patrick Flathers

Patrick Flathers

Officer

Email: pflathers@clarku.edu
Phone: 1-508-793-7575

Learn more about Patrick

I have been a police officer since 2019. After starting my law enforcement career in New Hampshire, I returned to my home state of Massachusetts and began working at Clark in the fall of 2023. I enjoy working with the outstanding group of officers here at CUPD, and look forward to continuing to serve and protect the Clark community alongside them.

Officer Robert O'Rourke

Robert O’Rourke

Civil Rights Officer

Email: rorourke@clarku.edu
Phone: 508-793-7575

Learn more about Robert

After a 30 year career with the Worcester Police Department (Sergeant retired). I am honored to begin my career with the Clark University Police Department. I started as a police officer here in February, of 2024. I instantly recognized what a great department I had joined. They immediately welcomed me aboard and made me feel like a part of their family. I look forward to the second journey of my law enforcement career at Clark University.

Diego DeSouza

Diego DeSouza

Officer

Email: ddesouza@clarku.edu
Phone: 508-793-7575

Learn more about Diego

I’m originally from Brazil, and I love to help and protect people. I’m very dedicated to everything I do. I’m thankful for every battle and struggle that I have faced so far, and I hope I can set an example to whoever needs to overcome any situation in their life. As a Police Officer I will always prioritize communication and be a guardian to the community.

Neffyi Sanchez

Neyffi Sanchez

Officer

Email: nsanchez@clarku.edu
Phone: 508-793-7575

Learn more about Neyffi

I have been with the Clark University Police Department since January 2024. I would describe myself as an open and honest person, passionate about my work and eager to provide support to the community.

Nicholas Santiago

Nicholas Santiago

Officer

Email: nisantiago@clarku.edu
Phone: 508-793-7575

Learn more about Nicholas

Growing up in Worcester County has instilled a deep sense of pride in serving the community I call home. Joining such a welcoming and professional police department is truly an honor. As a Brazilian/Latino officer, I’m committed to building trust with all residents, especially students. They should always feel comfortable approaching me for help, knowing I’ll do my absolute best to resolve their concerns.

Abdullah Waleed

Abdullah Waleed

Officer

Email: awaleed@clarku.edu
Phone: 508-793-7575

Learn more about Abdullah

I recently graduated from the QCC Police Academy. I am excited to be working with a great team and serving the community. I look forward to seeing the students as they progress throughout the years.

Per Diem Officers

Geraldo Rivera

Geraldo Rivera

Per Diem Police Officer

Email: gerivera@clarku.edu
Phone: 1-508-793-7575

Learn more about Geraldo

I was welcomed to the Clark University Police Department and community as one of the first Per Diem Officers in November of 2011. I couldn’t ask for a better group/partners throughout these years.

Our Staff

Amanda Elinoff

Amanda Elinoff

Operations Manager/Clery Compliance Administrator

Email: aelinoff@clarku.edu
Phone: 1-508-793-7598

Contact Information

University Police

Office Location

Bullock Hall, Basement

universitypolice@clarku.edu