welcome to hartwick forensic science
WHY STUDY FORENSIC SCIENCE AT HARTWICK?
You want to be part of a criminal justice team. You want to examine crime scenes, run lab tests and develop your analytical skills to figure out how the crime unfolded.
Here’s why our forensic science program stands out:
- Develop the practical techniques, theory and analytical skills to excel in various careers.
- Learn to craft compelling narratives from evidence.
- Prepare for graduate school, the police academy or other advanced training programs.
PAIR WITH:
- Pair with criminal justice for a deeper understanding of investigations.
- Pair with anthropology to solve cold cases by studying bones and other hard tissues.
- Pair with biology to deepen your knowledge of cells, soft tissue and living organisms.
"My students get to participate in a multi-day hands-on final in the forensics class to give them practice in what it really takes to do their job. They work with their teams to collect evidence and analyze the scene and then come back during the final exam time to present their findings in a more professional setting. As CSIs, they might be called upon to present their findings in a courtroom setting, so it's a crucial component to help them if they choose to go into the field. The more exposure and hands-on experience I can give them, the better prepared they can be."
Dr. Cheryl Johnson
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice