Security Corner: Meet Cpl. Robert Gibson

Cpl. Robert Gibson joined University School of Nashville in November as a School Resource Officer, a certified police officer who is primarily assigned to a school and provides safety and security-related functions, including emergency response, safety training, traffic direction, and patrol functions.
By Lauren Max, Anna Garmezy, and Sarah Rubin, Parent Members of the Safety and Security Advisory Committee

Q: Can you tell us about your training?
A: I joined the Vanderbilt University Police Department in 2014. During this time, I served as a Community Service Officer I & ll training and Parking Service Officer l & ll training. I also received both CDL and bike certification training. I then transitioned into a School Resource Officer role after undergoing training.
  
Q: What do you love about your job?
A: I joined law enforcement because I have always been passionate about actively engaging with the community. I am honored to have an opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives, and I enjoy helping educate others.

Q: What is your favorite thing about USN?
A: The student community at USN is very special. It is incredibly rewarding to interact with our students, put a smile on their faces, and show them that officers are human beings as well.  

Q: What is something people may not know about you?
A: I love drawing and bike riding in my spare time.

Q: Tell us about your family.
A: I have seven children, and I’m very excited to share that my first grandchild is due in May! I also have two pets and a grand dog.
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