April 2, 2012 | Peter Morenus

A Change of Command

Chief Barbara O'Connor was sworn in during a ceremony at the Public Safety Complex on March 30.

Chief Barbara O'Connor takes the oath of office at the change of command ceremony held at the Public Safety Complex on March 30, 2012. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Chief Barbara O'Connor takes the oath of office at the change of command ceremony held at the Public Safety Complex on March 30. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)
The entrance procession for the change of command ceremony held on March 30. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)
Incoming Chief Barbara O'Connor and outgoing Chief Robert Hudd enter the Public Safety Complex for the ceremony. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)
President Susan Herbst speaks during the change of command ceremony. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)
President Susan Herbst addresses the audience at the Public Safety Complex. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)
Chief Barbara O'Connor receives the department flag. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)
President Susan Herbst, new Chief Barbara O'Connor, and outgoing Chief Robert Hudd pose for a portrait after the change of command ceremony. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)