Hammett has more than 27 years of public safety experience. He most recently served as the director of public safety and chief of police and emergency management for North Carolina Central University, a campus with more than 10,000 students. There he fostered visible crime prevention strategies, led emergency response plans and coordinated with area agencies.
“I am pleased to welcome Chief Hammett to Savannah State,” said Interim President Kimberly Ballard-Washington. “He has an extensive background in public safety, leadership and community-oriented policing. His experience will help to ensure the best possible environment for everyone who studies, works, and visits our campus.”