Porter said there is equality at the Detroit Police Department, and women are given the same pay and opportunities as men. “It is a very diverse department where anyone can make it if they put their minds to it,” Porter said. Prior to pursuing a career in law enforcement, Porter earned an associate degree in culinary arts from the French Culinary Institute and was a pastry chef in New York. However, she decided to change careers after she found that there was not much room for growth or long-term benefits from being a chef. In search of something with more stability, she decided to go into law enforcement, which is something she had always wanted to do. This month, Porter received her bachelor’s degree from Cleary University in business management. She was given this opportunity through the Detroit Police Department’s partnership with Cleary University. She plans to soon register for a master’s program as well. Porter said that with this degree, she plans to use her education to benefit others. “I want to be able to pass on my knowledge and mentor people,” Porter said. Overall, Porter speaks very highly of the Detroit Police Department and the opportunities it has opened up for her. “I am proud to say that I am a member of the Detroit Police Department,” Porter said.

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