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Internships with Impact: Kenna Saiidi

Forensic Science student Kenna Saiidi’s 2025 internship lead to a presentation at the 2026 American Academy of Forensic Sciences meeting.

Expansion of Lab Capabilities

We're improving practical lab experience for students.

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Wendy Gruhl receives Sujack Award

Wendy Gruhl received a Sujack Award for Master Teachers.

AY 2024-2025 Highlights

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Five Alumni Return to Share Their Post-Graduation Experiences

The Forensic Science Program hosted a panel of alumni to share their experiences with current students.

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Wendy Gruhl Becomes Assistant Director of Forensic Science Program

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AY 2023-2024 Highlights

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Patent Awarded to Dr. DeFrancesco

Dr. DeFrancesco was awarded a US Patent for his work on analysis of drug biomarkers in blood.

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AY 2022-2023 Highlights

What a year! Check out everything we did!

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Student Research Wins Award: Laura Schultz

Loyola Forensic Science student Laura Schultz won first prize in the Lawter Lecture Series. 

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Internships with Impact: Katarina Meier

Forensic Science student Katarina Maier presents her work at the International Association for Identification 2022 conference.