Arcadia University Forensic Science Program

Welcome to Part II of the Global Field Studies CSI trip!

As part of a course exploring the development of forensic science and criminal investigation practices across the US, England, and Switzerland, our students spent the latter part of their trip in Switzerland to gain insight into the field from an international perspective.

At the University of Lausanne, School of Criminalistics, students learned about one of the world’s leading forensic science programs and heard master’s students present their current research.

Dr. Oldoni also presented on the Master’s Program in Forensic Science and the Minor in Forensic Investigation offered at Arcadia University. Arcadia graduate students in Forensic Science and undergraduate Criminology students also shared their experiences and discussed their future career goals.

They also visited the Institute of Legal Medicine, where they explored how forensic scientists use DNA analysis and biomarkers to identify victims of mass fatality incidents, including plane crashes, and assist with paternity and kinship investigations. These experiences provided students with a deeper understanding of how forensic science is practiced globally and how international collaboration, research, and evolving standards continue to shape the profession.

Outside of their academic visits, students experienced the culture and history of Switzerland through visits to the Olympic Museum, Lausanne’s historic Old Town cathedral, Chillon Castle, and the beautiful landscapes of the Swiss Alps, Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen and the nearby Évian-les-Bains, France.

Special congratulations to MSFS second-year Mara Dominguez on being this year’s recipient of the Fredric Rieders Award for Excellence in Forensic Science!

This prestigious award is presented for academic and individual excellence and leadership. Mara was presented the award the morning of Final Capstone Presentstions last week. We are proud of you Mara!