Four New Troopers Joined Upper Peninsula Posts
Ten troopers graduated from the 151st Trooper Recruit School and will begin assignments across Michigan.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Law Enforcement
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The Michigan State Police added four new troopers to its Upper Peninsula posts following the graduation of the 151st Trooper Recruit School. These additions are part of a larger class of ten graduates who completed training in Lansing.
Why it matters
These appointments bolster law enforcement staffing levels in the Upper Peninsula, contributing to the total of approximately 1,200 troopers currently assigned to service across the state.
The Michigan State Police maintains a force of 1,850 total enlisted members, with 1,200 troopers actively assigned to patrol duty throughout the state.
The players
Michigan State Police
This is the state-level law enforcement agency responsible for patrolling highways and providing support to local jurisdictions throughout Michigan.
Noah Morse
He is one of the ten graduates of the 151st Trooper Recruit School and is assigned to the St. Ignace Post.
Daniel Stacks
He is a graduate of the 151st Trooper Recruit School who received an Outstanding Achievement Award and is assigned to the St. Ignace Post.
Seth Bjorne
He is a graduate of the 151st Trooper Recruit School who received both the Academic and Marksmanship awards and is assigned to the Negaunee Post.
Conner Bryant
He is a graduate of the 151st Trooper Recruit School who is assigned to the Negaunee Post.
The details
The graduates completed an intensive curriculum covering patrol operations, law, ethics, and tactics at the recruit school in Lansing. Noah Morse and Daniel Stacks are assigned to the St. Ignace Post, while Seth Bjorne and Conner Bryant will serve at the Negaunee Post.
Timeline
July 5, 2026: The recruit school began training.
September 25, 2026: The Michigan State Police announced the trooper graduation.
Legal Context
This graduation cycle follows the established model of the 151st Trooper Recruit School, which serves as the primary mechanism for replenishing the state's enlisted force.
Residents in the Upper Peninsula may see increased state police presence as these new officers begin their patrol duties at local posts. These assignments ensure that the Michigan State Police can maintain consistent coverage across the region's service areas.
The takeaway
The deployment of these troopers highlights the state's ongoing commitment to sustaining police visibility in rural and northern communities. Maintaining these force levels is a critical component of regional safety and law enforcement coverage.
Further reading
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