Washington &
Jefferson
College
The Forensic Science minor introduces students to the specialized fields of forensic science and the fundamental principles of science and technology upon which they are based.
The six-course minor compliments the academic background of students interested in pursuing a career or graduate program in forensic science laboratory work; forensic pathology, dentistry, optometry, or a coroners or medical examiners; forensic psychology; or a career in the judicial system; law enforcement; forensic accounting; forensic illustration or photography; detecting art forgery or theft; or computational or digital forensics.
Course work provides an introduction to evidence collection and scientific analysis; the mathematics of collecting and interpreting data; human behavioral and societal structures and the criminal justice system; forensic laboratory procedures; and techniques or advanced aspects of forensic psychology.
Beyond the Classroom
Students have a wide array of opportunities for research, internships, conferences, and networking beyond the classroom that give them an advantage to prepare for life after W&J.
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Forensic Science Faculty
Forensic Science Program Chair
Candy S. DeBerry, Ph.D.
Candy S. DeBerry, Ph.D. is an associate professor in the Department of Biology at Washington & Jefferson College.
Candy S. DeBerry, Ph.D.
Professor of Biology
Biochemistry, Biology, Forensic Science, Gender and Women's Studies
Cathy Petchel, M.A.
Assistant Professor, Psychology
Psychology, Child Development and Education (CDE), Forensic Science
Elizabeth A. Bennett, Ph.D.
Professor of Psychology; Department Chair
Psychology, Forensic Science, Child Development and Education (CDE), Conflict and Resolution Studies, Gender and Women's Studies
Jennifer Logan Bayline, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Chemistry; Department Chair
Chemistry, Forensic Science, Art Conservation, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies
Stuart J. Miller, Ph.D.
Professor of Sociology
Sociology, Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Forensic Science
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