Advising: Pre-Professional Forensic Studies
Forensic science refers to a wide array of disciplines that apply the knowledge and techniques of science to the investigation of crime and the courts of law. Forensic science, sometimes referred to as “criminalistics” includes specialized areas of Forensic Biology (DNA analysis, forensic biochemistry, and botanical analysis), Forensic Chemistry (toxicology, microscopy, hair and fiber analysis, glass analysis, and explosives), Fingerprint and Footprint Analysis, Forensic Document Analysis, and Toolmark and Firearms Identification. There are a number of forensic science careers outside the traditional forensic science crime laboratory. These include Forensic Anthropology, Forensic Odontology, Forensic Psychology, Forensic Pathology, Forensic Computer Science, Forensic Entomology, Forensic Nursing, and Forensic Engineering.
Pre-Forensic Studies Advising
For more information about pre-forensic studies, contact:
Leslie Harlacker
harlacla@jmu.edu
or
Donna Amenta
amentads@jmu.edu
Faculty members with particular areas of expertise can provide useful advice to students interested in pursuing forensic science, including specialized careers within forensics.
Biology: Terrie Rife Contact Info and Roshna Wunderlich Contact Info
Chemistry: Donna Amenta Contact Info
Anthropology: Leslie Harlacker Contact Info
Justice Studies: Peggy Plass Contact Info