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2013 Forensic Science and Law Summer Workshop

The professional Forensic Science and Law fraternity Phi Sigma Lambda will host the Tenth Annual Forensic Science and Law Workshop at Duquesne University July 15-18, 2013.

Students and faculty of the Bayer School Forensic Science and Law program, in participation with the Wecht Institute of Forensic Science and Law, will offer the four-day workshop. High school students from Pittsburgh and the surrounding area are invited to participate.

2013 Workshop Topics

  • Evidence Collection (lecture)
  • Fingerprints (lab)
  • Arson Investigation (lecture)
  • Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC)(lab)
  • Toxicology (lecture)
  • Hair & Fiber Analysis (lab)
  • Famous Cases (lecture)
  • Body Decomposition (lecture)
  • Firearms and Toolmarks (lab)
  • Eyewitness Identification (lecture)
  • DNA Fingerprinting (lecture)
  • Mock Crime Scene
  • Handwriting Analysis (lecture)
  • Blood Spatter (lab)

Dates

July 15, 16, 17, 18, 2013

Time

9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. daily

Location

Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA

Cost

$125 participation fee (includes complimentary T-shirt and all breakfasts and lunches)

Who May Apply

Applicants must be high school juniors or seniors as of Fall 2013 and have a strong interest in the sciences. Consideration will be given to exceptional sophomore students. Applicants also must have at least a 2.5 GPA.

Download the 2013 Summer Workshop Application here:

All application forms are reviewed on a first-come basis; those received by May 3, 2013 will take priority. All applications must be postmarked by the final deadline of May 31, 2013. However, acceptance to the workshop will be granted on a rolling basis, so please apply early.  Please mail applications to:

Duquesne University
Attn: Shelby Sharpnack
Forensic Science and Law Office
341B Fisher Hall
600 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15282

Students who are selected to participate in the Forensic Science and Law Workshop will be notified prior to June 15, 2013.  A detailed schedule and additional information about the Forensic Science and Law Workshop will be mailed with the acceptance letter. Phi Sigma Lambda requests a $50 deposit fee (or payment in full) at the time of acceptance, and any remaining balance must be paid at registration on July 15. Housing is available for out-of-town students at an additional cost. Also, for those staying on campus or anyone who would like to participate in evening activities there will be additional costs for dinners and activities. Any questions may be directed to Shelby Sharpnack at duqfsw@hotmail.com or 440.622.7114.

2011 Summer Workshop Attendees

2010 Summer Workshop Attendees

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Students who participated in the 2010 Forensic Science and Law Summer Workshop