Welcoming Student Athletes!
Blue Lights College would like to present one of its student athletes that will be playing under Coach Zach. We’re very excited to have him and many more talented young men on the team!
NORTH CAROLINA’S PREMIER POLICE PREP COLLEGE.
We’ll get you prepared for a universe of opportunities through immersive education in our three foundational pillars: faith, purpose, and trust. We’ll encourage you to focus on academics, athletics, career development, and your spiritual connection with God.
We’ll show you how your perception of yourself is limiting your ability to find your place in the world. And we’ll help you rise strong.
Your future is four steps away.
Endorsed by Professionals.
“As a law enforcement professional with over 30 years of experience, I see the value of a young future cadet getting the fundamentals and core tools to be successful in this complex profession prior to going full throttle with the traditional Basic Law Enforcement Training. Blue Lights College will be a game-changer in helping law enforcement attract and prepare the kind of community police officers our profession gravely needs.” -Chief Gary Tyson (retired), Siler City, NC Police Department
Student Voices
My studying and discipling at Blue Lights College has prepared me for joining the police academy, and I now have a better understanding about the call to serve. Thank you to everyone at Blue Lights who went above and beyond for me. You’ve changed my life.
Blue Lights College has helped me do something with my life. I feel so grateful for the incredible opportunities and mentorship I’ve received while at Blue Lights, and I’m especially thankful for Captain Jacques’s incredible drive and faith.
Focusing on what’s important.
Our police force is not trained in crisis intervention until they’ve been on the force for a minimum of two years – that’s at least two years of building stereotypes and habits that are hard to break.
In addition to your advanced police training at Blue Lights College, you will graduate already equipped to compassionately approach individuals with mental illness, and you will enter the force ready to apply faith, purpose, and trust to bridge a critical gap between the sick and the healthy. It’s inevitable: change starts with the next generation – and the next generation is you.
WE’RE RECRUITING NOW – ARE YOU READY TO RISE ABOVE?
CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
MEET VICE PRESIDENT SCOTT CATT
Scott Catt is a Vice President at Blue Lights College. Born and raised in Tucson, Arizona, Scott earned a master’s degree from University College London in the United Kingdom and completed further graduate work at Harvard University.
Scott has worked with basketball teams across the world,and has been a professor of business and history. In his work, Scott has led teams of educators, administrators and students across the globe. In the world of business, Scott has served as executive vice president of several international and is the former national team head coach for the nation of the South Sudan in Africa as well as the Apache Nation.
COACH PHARR’S ASSIGNMENT COMPLETE AT BLC
BLC Men’s Basketball Head Coach Mario Pharr announced to BLC President Jacques Gilbert that he will be resigning as Head Coach effective June 1, 2021. Coach Pharr will be relocating to the Baltimore – Washington Metropolitan area for family opportunities. Coach Pharr served our program well, said President Gilbert. “He truly has a gift of Christ’s love that allowed our program to reach many young men. I will always be thankful for his commitment and the support he gave me in this vision. He is a true leader.” President Gilbert stated that Associate MBB Head Coach Gennette Pulley will serve as Interim Head Coach until further notice.
The verdict provides hope for a better future of law enforcement service. Transformative change starts through accountability. This is a beginning to more action needed. The work must continue. Prayers for the Floyd family and all communities.
BLC MEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM READY FOR 2021 SEASON LAUNCH
BLC Men’s Basketball will officially launch it’s 2021 season on January 12, 2021. The Thoroughbreds will host Mid Atlantic Christian University. Due to COVID precautions, game attendance has restrictions. Go to our athletics page, bluelightsthoroughbreds.com, for roster, schedule, athletic sponsors and other information.
FALL 2020 SEMESTER COMPLETE
Fall semester ended for all students on December 27th. Pictured is President Gilbert with student, Jaxon Clevenger at the final in-person class of Answering the Call to Serve POL102.
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS 2020
Blue Lights College students and staff participated in the 2nd Annual Christmas with a Future Cop & BLC event on December 12, 2020. Thanks to amazing Apex citizens and business owners who contributed monetary donations, 23 less-fortunate families were able to enjoy the spirit of Christmas by receiving a limo ride to Walmart to enjoy a sponsored shopping spree. Students and staff escorted kids during the shopping experience. All the items were taken back to BLC facilities for wrapping and delivery to families on December 23rd.
BLC STUDENTS -LEARNING TO GIVE
Class of 2022 completed their first community service project through the Town of Apex Adopt- A-Park program. Many students and staff completed cleanups throughout Apex Community Park. 
George Floyd was a son, father, brother, another life to give and receive love. His life ended in the hands of those who were sworn to protect him. The integrity of our criminal justice system and delivery of policing services must be a top priority in every community. The mission of Blue Lights College is a solution to addressing these priorities. Our prayers of love and peace to his family and America.
NOW RECRUITING – YOU ARE THE ONE
We are now recruiting candidates for BLC Class of 2022- Fall session. Our Police Career Changer class is also open for applicants. Classes are scheduled to begin in August. Apply today!
BLC READY TO GIVE FOR CHRISTMAS
Blue Lights College has partnered with Target of Apex to provide an opportunity for students at BLC to assist kids from less fortunate families from our community with Christmas shopping on December 7th. “We want all kids to enjoy Christmas!” said President Jacques K. Gilbert. A goal of $1,500 is being raised to sponsor 10 kids this year. All kids will have a $150 in funds to shop. We will also take gifts to 5 seniors in our community. You can donate at bluelightscollege.org/donate and reference: Christmas. You can also send a check to 530 E. Williams St. Apex, NC 27502. Donations are tax deductible. Email [email protected] if you wish to submit names of community members who would benefit from this opportunity.
BLC ATHLETES ENJOY ANNUAL MEDIA DAY
Exciting times at BLC! Another joyful event at BLC. Athletes from all programs enjoyed a day of celebration to kick off the 2019-20 athletic season. Team and individual photographs and interviews were some highlights of the event.
JOSHUA ALSTON NAMED WRESTLING HEAD COACH
Exciting times at BLC! New Wrestling Head Coach Joshua Alston brings energy and experience to the Thoroughbreds! Coach Alston wrestled at Ferrum College. He is also an Amateur MMA Fighter Lightweight Division.
WELCOME CLASS OF 2021
Orientation event for new students was held on August 29th. The event included music entertainment by Lanif Acosta and and keynote speaker Julius Richardson. We are excited for our incoming class!
BLUE LIGHTS COLLEGE HOST FAMILY
We are excited about our Blue Lights College Host Family program. Create lifelong memories and potential relationships between BLC incoming students who have relocated to Apex. Great opportinity to provide support in many ways while promoting community. Providing living space is not mandatory. Contact us today at (919)589-2540 ext 1 or email: [email protected]
BLC CLASS OF 2019 GRADUATION
Blue Lights College held their commencement exercise for Class of 2019 on May 30, 2019. The first graduating class in the history of the school. Richard Campbell, Jayden Fairclough, Jorge Garcia, Dominique Hunter, Michael Maxwell, and Nicole Torres were recognized at the event. Three graduates are scheduled to attend Wake Tech BLET beginning on July 15, 2019.
ENROLLMENT OPEN FOR FALL 2019
Open enrollment is now available for student candidates for Fall 2019. Click on “APPLY NOW” button to complete an application. Come join us and run your race!
PRESIDENT GILBERT SPEAKS AT ATHENS DRIVE HIGH SCHOOL
President Gilbert was guest speaker at Athens Drive High School. The topic of Peace & Justice along with an overview of Blue Lights College was presented to over 300 students and staff.
WELCOME NEW BLC PROFESSOR
Please welcome Professor Cassandra Ferraro. Cassandra is a police officer with Carrboro, North Carolina Police Department. She is new to our staff and is teaching LAW101 Criminal Law Components.
SENIOR NIGHT – BLC BASKETBALL
Mike Maxwell, Dominque Hunter, Richard Campbell, and Jorge Garcia were honored February 12, 2019 for their commitment to Blue Lights College men’s basketball program. These students are recognized as the first graduating class of BLC men’s basketball.
BLC PATCH UNVEILED
President Jacques K. Gilbert released the first official college uniform patch for Blue Lights College on January 14, 2019. Special thanks to David George and staff at Read’s Uniforms for assisting with the vision, design, and production of the patch. “The patch clearly represents the tenets of Blue Lights College,” said Captain Gilbert.
STUDENTS GRADUATE FROM 7-WEEK POLICE PREP COURSE
Students Jake Molden and Trevor Hedrick received a certificate for completing Blue Lights College Police/BLET Prep Course. Both students received specialized instruction for seven weeks to prepare them for the rigorous BLET course. Jake and Trevor will start BLET at Central Carolina Community College on January 7, 2019.
BLC EVENT RAISES $2,000 FOR CHARITY
Blue Lights College hosted a fun night of Family Fued Peak Heroes Edition on December 18th. The event featured Apex Police against Apex Fire Department. The event generated $2,000 to be donated to Special Olympics NC and NC Jaycee Burn Center. Special thanks to sponsors: State Farm Insurance – Amy Williams, Law Office of Chelly Pennington, Sam’s Xpress Car Wash, and Grossman Group Realty.
MARIO PHARR NAMED INTERIM HEAD COACH
Mario Pharr has been named interim head men’s basketball coach for the remainder of the 2018-19 season. “I’m excited about Coach Mario accepting the interim coach position,” said BLC president Captain Gilbert. “He possesses passion for character and skill development of youth basketball players. Coach Mario has been sold out on our college mission from the start. He continues to embrace our pillars of faith, prupose, and trust.”
HENDRICKS LEAVES MEN’S BASKETBALL 
Head men’s basketball coach Zach Hendricks announced that he is leaving the program for personal reasons. Hendrick’s, the program’s first coach, will be missed, according to president Jacques Gilbert. “Zach’s enthusiasm was the spark the program needed in its formative stages. We wish Zach all the best.” 11/27/2018
BIRDIES FOR BLUE LIGHTS GOLF EVENT SCHEDULED
We are gearing up for the 2nd Annual Birdies for Blue Lights Charity Golf tournament scheduled for Monday, October 22, 2018. Registration starts at 8:00 a.m. The location this year is at The Preserve at Jordan Lake, just 14 minutes from Apex. Just as last year, it will be a fun time for everyone. Many new prizes and guests. Breakfast and lunch will be included in the package. Go to birdiesforbluelights.com to register to play or sponsor. All proceeds go to Blue Lights College operations.
BLC FALL SEMESTER CLASSES IN SESSION
BLC freshman students focused in on their first class, Purpose Policing POL101, to start their academic studies for the 2018-2019 Fall Semester on September 6th. President Gilbert led the instruction. Year-2 Senior students started their first class, Cultural Diversity SOC201 facilitated by Professor Van Burton.
Welcome BLC Class of 2020
Orientation event for new students was a success. The event included music entertainment by Jacques Shavar and internationally known motivational guest speaker Tawana Williams. We are excited for our incoming class!
2018 ORIENTATION CELEBRATION SET
Here comes Class of 2020! Orientation for incoming students is scheduled for Wednesday, August 29th at 9:00 a.m. Registration opens at 8:15 a.m. Students will receive the traditional celebratory welcome with entertainment, food, music, and fellowship!
COMMITTED TO WOMEN’S BASKETBALL
Morgan Klotz visited Blue Lights College and subsequently signed a Letter of Intent, committing to our women’s basketball program. Morgan is a highly recruited basketball player from Savannah, Georgia. This is great news for Head Coach Mario Pharr and BLC athletics! Go Lady Thoroughbreds!
BLC SUMMER BREAK
Christian and the rest of BLC students and faculty are on summer break working, serving in the community or enjoying the sun and sand at the beach!
New Men’s Wrestling Head Coach Named
President Jacques K. Gilbert has named Blake Risk as Head Coach for the Blue Lights College Men’s Wrestling program. Blake brings unique skills and experience to the new program. His leadership and passion for the sport of wrestling, will help mold future scholar athletes at Blue Lights College. Coach Risk will work hard to recruit athletes and start the first year program.
BLC READING ACROSS AMERICA
BLC student Michael Maxwell and other students dedicated their morning reading to a class at Apex Elementary School as part of Reading Across America Week.
GARCIA SETS SCHOOL RECORD IN WIN
Jorge Garcia poured in a school-record 45 points, including 10 3-pointers, to lead Blue Lights past South Carolina Faith A&M 106-81 to close out the Thoroughbreds’ inaugural basketball season Saturday afternoon in Apex. http://bluelightsthoroughbreds.com/news/33860
CONGRATULATIONS BLC DEAN’S LIST
Congratulations to these BLC students for Rising Above in academics! Dean’s List- Semester 1! L-R: Dakota Olive, Christian Rizk, Nicole Torres, Jorge Garcia, Richard Campbell. #Purpose
BIRDIES FOR BLUE LIGHTS GOLF EVENT SCHEDULED
We are gearing up for the 2nd Annual Birdies for Blue Lights Charity Golf tournament scheduled for Monday, October 22, 2018. Registration starts at 8:00 a.m. The location this year is at The Preserve at Jordan Lake, just 14 minutes from Apex. Just as last year, it will be a fun time for everyone. Many new prizes and guests. Breakfast and lunch will be included in the package. Go to birdiesforbluelights.com to register to play or sponsor. All proceeds go to Blue Lights College operations.
BLC FALL SEMESTER CLASSES IN SESSION
BLC freshman students focused in on their first class, Purpose Policing POL101, to start their academic studies for the 2018-2019 Fall Semester on September 6th. President Gilbert led the instruction. Year-2 Senior students started their first class, Cultural Diversity SOC201 facilitated by Professor Van Burton.
Welcome BLC Class of 2020
Orientation event for new students was a success. The event included music entertainment by Jacques Shavar and internationally known motivational guest speaker Tawana Williams. We are excited for our incoming class!
2018 ORIENTATION CELEBRATION SET
Here comes Class of 2020! Orientation for incoming students is scheduled for Wednesday, August 29th at 9:00 a.m. Registration opens at 8:15 a.m. Students will receive the traditional celebratory welcome with entertainment, food, music, and fellowship!
COMMITTED TO WOMEN’S BASKETBALL
Morgan Klotz visited Blue Lights College and subsequently signed a Letter of Intent, committing to our women’s basketball program. Morgan is a highly recruited basketball player from Savannah, Georgia. This is great news for Head Coach Mario Pharr and BLC athletics! Go Lady Thoroughbreds!
BLC SUMMER BREAK
Christian and the rest of BLC students and faculty are on summer break working, serving in the community or enjoying the sun and sand at the beach!
New Men’s Wrestling Head Coach Named
President Jacques K. Gilbert has named Blake Risk as Head Coach for the Blue Lights College Men’s Wrestling program. Blake brings unique skills and experience to the new program. His leadership and passion for the sport of wrestling, will help mold future scholar athletes at Blue Lights College. Coach Risk will work hard to recruit athletes and start the first year program.
BLC READING ACROSS AMERICA
BLC student Michael Maxwell and other students dedicated their morning reading to a class at Apex Elementary School as part of Reading Across America Week.
GARCIA SETS SCHOOL RECORD IN WIN
Jorge Garcia poured in a school-record 45 points, including 10 3-pointers, to lead Blue Lights past South Carolina Faith A&M 106-81 to close out the Thoroughbreds’ inaugural basketball season Saturday afternoon in Apex. http://bluelightsthoroughbreds.com/news/33860
CONGRATULATIONS BLC DEAN’S LIST
Congratulations to these BLC students for Rising Above in academics! Dean’s List- Semester 1! L-R: Dakota Olive, Christian Rizk, Nicole Torres, Jorge Garcia, Richard Campbell. #Purpose
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