Tammy Dougan, Arkansas Tech University chief of public safety, announced on Monday, Oct. 19, that Krystle Manning is the new assistant chief of public safety at Arkansas Tech.
Manning has been a member of the department since July 2019 and had served as training sergeant since 2024.
“Sgt. Krystle Manning has dedicated the past seven years to serving the Arkansas Tech University Department of Public Safety, demonstrating a strong commitment to leadership, training and the well-being of our officers and campus community,” said Dougan. “Throughout her career, she has consistently shown initiative, compassion and a passion for developing others. Her experience and dedication make her a valuable asset to our department, and I am confident she will continue to make a positive impact in her new role as assistant chief.”
Manning is currently in her senior year in pursuit of a Bachelor of Arts degree in organizational leadership from ATU. She is in the accelerated bachelor’s to master’s program to continue her education with a Master of Arts degree in organizational leadership and learning from ATU.
The inaugural winner of the ATU Community Service Award from ATU Staff Senate in 2024, Manning received the 2025 Arkansas Association of Chiefs of Police (AACP) Servant’s Heart Award.
Learn more about the ATU Department of Public Safety at www.atu.edu/psafe.
