Faculty of Sciences University of Windsor

Forensic Sciences Newsletter Faculty of Sciences

University of Windsor

In This Newsletter

Welcome Messages:

Dr. Chris Houser, Dean, Faculty of Sciences

Dr. Shashi K. Jasra, Forensic Sciences Programs Chair

Mentorship in Forensic Sciences

Program Requirement Sheets

Forensic Sciences Research Projects

Forensic Sciences Student Research Award

Forensic Sciences Practicum Placements

New Forensic Sciences Placement and Research Opportunities

Trends in Forensic Sciences (TIFS-2016) Conference

Hands on Forensics (CSI-Windsor) Workshops

Forensics Outreach Activities

Mock Crime Scene Investigation and Reconstruction

External Grants for Forensic Sciences

Forensic Sciences Student Achievements

Forensic Sciences Research Publications

Forensic Sciences Featured Alumni

Welcome Message

Dean , Faculty of Sciences

Welcome to the Forensic Sciences Program in the Faculty of Science!

I am excited to have joined the Faculty of Science and the University of Windsor in the same year that Forensic

Sciences officially joined Science. The Forensic Sciences program has grown substantially over the last couple

of years and continues to be successful in securing external grants to provide you with the latest equipment and

software. This is the top Forensic Sciences program in Ontario and one of the leading programs in all of Canada.

The strength of this program comes from its size. With only 150 students in the program you have greater

access to your professors and unprecedented opportunities to participate in undergraduate research. You will

also have an opportunity to gain real-world experience through hands-on lab experiences, the CSI- Windsor

workshops, the Mentorship Program the Annual Trends in Forensic Sciences (TIFS) conference, and a capstone

research experience involving professionals from outside organizations including the police.

This is truly an exciting time to be part of the Forensic Sciences program and the Faculty of Science at the

University of Windsor.

Dr. Chris Houser

Dean of Science

Professor, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

Welcome Message

Forensic Sciences Programs Chair

Welcome to all current and potential students interested in pursuing a Forensic Sciences degree. We are very

excited with the many new developments like being part of Faculty of Sciences, New Offices and more

dedicated teaching and research space.

The Forensics mentorship program is a huge success. We received an overwhelming response from students

to participate as mentors, with monthly academic counselling meetings, blackboard (the new University

system) website for better communication and access to uploaded resources. We have more than 58 student

participants in this program. The monthly meetings are organised for all the members to update and guide

them on various academic issues, and a mentorship hand book is being prepared. All the members are

working enthusiastically to make this program successful. We have also started the Best Mentorship pair

award.

We had a very successful third annual Trends in Forensic Sciences (TIFS-16) conference in academic

collaboration with Wayne State University, USA with more than 325 participants. .

http://www1.uwindsor.ca/tifs

http://www1.uwindsor.ca/tifs

This is the only University sponsored Forensic Sciences conference in Canada providing insight into the

diversity of the ever-growing field of Forensic Sciences.

The conference day was highlighted with:

Key note addresses by Dr. Jayantha Herath, Medical Director, Ontario Forensic Pathology Services,

Canada

An intriguing scientific session: “Under the Magnifying Lens”: a look into the science behind the crime.

A number of Forensic experts shared their professional experiences.

Forensic Sciences research showcase

Forensics Hands on Workshops( CSI- Windsor)

The Forensic programs have started two more upper year Forensic Sciences courses:

Advances in Human Identification ( 14-57-411-91)

New Perspectives in Forensic Evidence Analysis ( 14-57-410-91)

The Forensic Sciences programs at University of Windsor are again the proud recipients of external funding

second consecutive year from the Ontario Ministry for collaborative on-line learning. The lead course

developers, myself and Dr. Pardeep Jasra, are designing two more new courses in Forensic Medicine: Toxins

and Pathology and Bioterrorism, and Food and Environment Forensics

This is a great time to pursue a Forensic Sciences degree, with new career available in Canada in addition to

the already existing diverse options.

Don’t forget to visit our Facebook page Forensics@uwindsor

https://www.facebook.com/forensicsatuniversityofwindsor to get regular updates

I am waiting eagerly to meet you all in person and continue working for the progress of all Forensic Students.

Dr. Shashi K. Jasra

Forensic Science Programs Chair

Faculty of Sciences


https://www.facebook.com/forensicsatuniversityofwindsor

Best Mentor – Mentee Award for 2015-2016 Recipients

Danielle Lachance and Michelle Dao

Mentorship Award Recipients Danielle Lachance and Michelle Dao With TIFS-2016 Executive Members and Forensic Sciences Faculty

Student Name: Student I.D. #: ________________

Bachelor of Forensic Science (Honours)

(40 Courses) (2016-2017)

1. Major Requirements (27 Courses)

Faculty of Science:

55-140

Biological diversity

55-141

Cell biology

64-130

Physics for Life Sciences1

64-131

Physics for Life Sciences 2

59-140

General Chemistry I

59-141

General Chemistry II

59-230

Introductory Organic

Chemistry

59-261

Organic Chemistry of

Biomolecules

62-140 Differential Calculus

Or 03-62-139 Functions and

Differential Calculus

65-205

Statistics for the

Sciences

Forensic Sciences:

57-110

Introductory Crime scene

investigation

57-201

Introduction to Forensic

Sciences

57-210

Crime Scene Evidence

Analysis

57-301

Laboratory in Forensic Sciences

57-302

Expert Witness Testimony

in Court

57-303

Forensic Identification

57-313

Digital Forensic

Photography

57-400

Theory and Practice in Forensic

Sciences

57-401

Practicum in Forensic

Sciences

57-402

Research in Forensic

Sciences

Any Two of the Following:

57-304 (Insect Evidence)

57-410 (New Perspectives in Forensic Evidence Analysis

57-411 (Advances in Human Identification)

Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences:

48-110

Foundations of Social Life

48-260

Introduction to criminology

01-209

Ethics in the Professions

And ONE of the four from following:

43-287

History of Crime

48-262

Introduction to Criminal Justice

34-160

Reasoning Skills

24-210

Speech Communication to

Information

Faculty of Law

08-99-219 Law of Evidence in Forensics (Law)

2. Other Requirements

Ten additional courses from one of the three following areas of concentration: Molecular

Biology/Biochemistry; or Biology; or Chemistry.

At least six must be at the 300 level or above (55-xxx; 59-xxx; 57-xxx.) The area of

concentration must be declared prior to entry of 2nd year studies.

Molecular

Biology/Biochemistry

Biology Chemistry

Required Courses

55-202 Human Anatomy

55-211 Genetics

55-213 Intro Mol. Bio

59-320 Analytical Chem

59-321 Instrum. Analysis

additional 5 (Recommended

Courses):

55-204 Human Physiology I

55-210 Ecology

55-238. Introductory Microbiology

and Techniques

55-352. Medical Microbiology and

Techniques

55-258. Principles of Neuroscience

55-310. Environmental Physiology

55-342 Immunology

55-350 Mol. Cell Bio

55-357 Animal Cells & Tissues

55-485 Nerves, Muscles & Glands

59-362 Metabolism I

59-363 Metabolism II

59-365 Protein & Nucleic Acid Chem

59-391. Pharmacology for Health

Sciences

59-468 DNA Science and Diagnostics

59-480 Bioinformatics/Genomics/Pro

Required Courses

55-210 Ecology

55-211 Genetics

55-324 Population Ecology

55-325 Community Ecology

55-341 Evolution

55-359 Invertebrate Biology( 55-

213 is a prerequisite)

Additional 4 (Recommended

courses):

55-320. Experimental Principles

and Design in Biology

55-238. Introductory

Microbiology and Techniques

55-352. Medical Microbiology

and Techniques

55-202 Human Anatomy

55-204 Human Physiology I

55-205 Human Physiology II

55-213 Intro to Mol. Bio.

55-357 Animal Cells & Tissues

55-320 Experimental Principles &

Design

55-323 Animal Behaviour

55-437 Conservation Biology

55-468 Plant Ecology

48-215 Principles of Physi.

Anthro

48-323 Forensic Anthropology

Required Courses

59-240 Intro Physical Chem I

59-241 Intro Physical Chem II

59-250 Intro Inorganic Chem I

59-251 Intro Inorganic Chem II

59-320 Analytical Chem

59-321 Instrum. Analysis

additional 4 (Recommended courses):

03-59-331 Intermediate Organic

Chemistry II

03-59-340 Quantum Chemistry

03-59-341Molecular Spectroscopy

03-59-365 Protein & Nucleic Acid

Chem

03-59-421 Advanced Analytical

Chemistry

03-59-466 Drug Design

03-59-470 Introduction to

Computational Chemistry

59-464. Enzymology and

Biotechnology

59-391. Pharmacology for Health

Sciences

59-468. DNA Science and Diagnostics

59-480.

Bioinformatics/Genomics/Proteomics

3. Open Options (3 courses from any area of study)

Student Name: ___________________________Student I.D. #: ___________________

Combined B.A. in Forensics

(40 Courses) (2016-2017)

1. Major Requirements (20 Courses)

Faculty of Science:

55-141

Cell Biology

55-140

Biological Diversity

62-130

Elements of Calculus

One of the following:

Faculty of Sciences:

65-205 Stats for the Sciences

OR Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences:

02-250 Basic Quantitative Methods in the Social

Sciences

Forensic Sciences

Any Two of the Following:

57-304 (Insect Evidence) - 03-

55-210 (Ecology is prerequisite)

57-410 (New Perspectives in

Forensic Evidence Analysis

57-411 (Advances in Human

Identification)

Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences:

48-110

Foundations of Social Life

48-215

Principles of Physical

Anthropology

01-209

Ethics in the Professions

34-226

Law, Punishment and Morality

or

02-43-287 History of crime

48-260

Introduction to criminology

48-323

Forensic Anthropology

Faculty of Law:

08-99-219 Forensic Evidence and the Canadian Legal System (Law)

57-110

Introductory Crime

Scene investigation

57-201

Introduction to

Forensic Science

57-210

Crime Scene

Evidence Analysis

57-302

Expert Witness Testimony in

Court

57-303

Forensic

Identification

57-313

Forensic Digital

Photography

57-400

Theory and Practice

in Forensic Sciences

2. Second Major and Other Requirements (20 Courses)

Second Major Requirements - other subjects in Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences:

as required by that area of study.

Other Requirements: additional options (if required) to a total of forty courses.

When a requirement in the combined Forensics program is also required as part of the

course requirements for the other combined major, another course must be selected and

substituted into the combined Forensics course requirements with the approval of the

Forensic Program Chair, Centre for Inter-Faculty Programs".

Forensic Sciences Research Projects 2015-2016

Student Name Research Project Title Research Supervisor

1. Azeza Al Masri The Forensic Biometrics Analysis of Emotions for Facial Expressions, Heart and Skin

Dr. Shashi Jasra, Forensic Sciences, University of Windsor

2. Hellma Alwan Visualization of latent fingerprints on the substrates submerged in water for different time periods

Dr. Pardeep Jasra, Forensic Sciences, University of Windsor

3. Elizabeth Bertucci

Age Estimation in Forensic Anthropology: Testing Variables Describing Age Related Changed on the Acetabulum

Dr. John Albanese, University of Windsor

4. Maria Boxwala and Mubaraka Boxwala

Analysis of Ridge Characteristics of Fingerprints from Different Fingers of Monozygotic Twins


5. Calvin Chak and Cindy Vo

Passive Phosphate Detector for Waste Water Treatment Applications

Dr. Bulent Mutus, Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Windsor

6. Timothy Chu Detection of Obliterated Handwriting with various Pen types on the Video Spectral Comparator


7. Abegail Dagdag Determining the Accuracy of Sex and Race Estimation Using Cranial Measurements on Fordisk 3.1.307

Dr. John Albanese, Sociology, University of Windsor

8. Genevieve Desouza

The Effect of Time of Gun Bluing in Developing Fresh Latent Fingerprints on Fired Brass Cartridge Cases

Dr. Pardeep Jasra, Forensic

Sciences, University of Windsor

9. Alicia Dicarlo A Qualitative Evaluation of the Effects Cleaning Products Have on the Bluestar Test For Latent Blood


10. Ryan Dodich Determining New Methods for Enhancing Fingerprints on Rusted Metals

Dr. Shashi Jasra, Forensic Sciences, University of Windsor Mr. John Lasorda, Windsor Police Services

11. Andrew Ethier Detection of Writing and Fingerprints on Burnt Documents Using Video Spectral Comparator


12. Alyssa Frazao Differential Attraction of Two Species of Blow Flies to Flower Colour and Odour

Dr. Sherah VanLaerhoven, Biology, University of Windsor

13. Brooke Frisby Effectiveness of common fingerprint techniques to visualize latent fingerprints on the Tim Horton's cups

Mr. Steve Hubley, OPC, Chatham

14. Alex Furlought and Becca Glover

The Differentiation of commercial inks on the bases of physical and chemical analysis by the video spectral comparator and thin layer chromatography



Dr. Shashi Jasra, Forensic


15. Stephanie Haddad

The Effects of Abuse and Trauma During Childhood Development of Serial Criminal Behaviour in Adolescence


16. Kayla Harsch The Effect of Chemical Burns on Skin Tissue Dr. Shashi Jasra, Forensic Sciences, University of Windsor

17. Danielle Lachance

New Techniques for the Visualization of Latent Fingerprints on the Canadian Polymer Banknotes



Dr. Shashi Jasra, Forensic


18. Kristina Marrella Effect of bleach on the Extraction of DNA from Whole Blood

Dr. Bulent Mutus, Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Windsor

19. Nikki McLeod and Jayden Mayville

The Effects of Food on the Catabolism of Rohypnol Using The RIVM in Vitro Digestion Model


20. Ebonie Mckenzie-Brown

Use of soil elemental composition to determine the geographic location


21. Melinda Mravik Finding the Ideal Method of Fingerprint Development on a Tim Horton’s Cup After One Week

Mr. Steve Hubley, OPP, Chatham

22. Jenny Orellana-Giron

Visualization of Lip Prints on Different Cup Surfaces Using New Powder Techniques


23. Victoria Panecaldo

Development of Latent Fingerprints on Different Surfaces with New Fluorescent Powder Natural1IR


24. Nick Rooney Comparison of English and French Speech Using 3D Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) and Cepstrum Analysis


25. Ali Shadzik Comparison of Open Source Android Forensic Toolkits and Methodologies in Data Acquisition


26. Abyan Abdirahman

Impact of research experience on measurement error for sex and stature estimation using the hipbone and femur

Dr. John Albanese , Sociology, University of Windsor

Best Forensic Sciences Student Research Award

The Forensic Sciences Research Award of $500 is

given to the best research presentation. The money

is to be used to present the research in an

International Forensic Sciences Conference

Best Forensic Sciences Student Research Award

This year the recipients :

Nicole McLeod

Jayden Mayville

Congratulations!

Forensic Sciences Practicum placements

Windsor Regional Hospital, Pathology

Department

Windsor Police Services, Forensic

Identification Unit

Chatham Police Services

Toronto Police Services

RCMP

Ontario Provincial Police , Chatham

Forensic Sciences Practicum placements

Forensic Sciences Laboratory, University

of Windsor

Center for Forensic Sciences , Toronto

GLIER, University of Windsor

Biology Department, University of

Windsor

Biochemistry and Chemistry Department ,


Department of Pathology and Laboratory

Medicine, Western Ontario University

New Forensic Sciences Practicum and Research

Opportunities

The Forensic Sciences now have the powerful Fingerprint analysis software –CSIpix Matcher for Student

training for practicum and Forensic research analysis

Video Spectral Comparator (Freeman and Foster)

The Forensic Sciences now have the High end Professional Documents Examination

System for Student training for practicum and Forensic research analysis


Opportunities

Biometrics Research Platform

Specialized Audio Forensic Software


Opportunities

FARO Reality The Complete Solution Crime Scene Analysts

Create your own 3D point cloud models

• Import billions of point cloud points - total station points - or Enter manual coordinate or triangulation points

• Use any measurements supplemented by Google imagery

Recreate the crime scene with:

o The human anatomy model paired with blood spatter analysis in the cloud

o Crime scene modeling in the point cloud

• Combine precision models with point cloud • Integrated CAD tools


Opportunities…Coming Soon !


Opportunities…Coming Soon !

Anatomage

In vivo is Anatomage’s renowned medical imaging software and is FDA

cleared for clinical applications. In vivo is a high performance, volume

rendering package comparable to other expensive radiology software. Open

any patient scan (MRI, CT, PET) for immediate 2D slice viewing or instant

3D reconstruction. Users can make measurements both in 2D and 3D for

clinical or research applications.


Dr. Shashi K. Jasra, Programs Chair, Forensic Sciences welcoming all at TIFS-2016

Masters of Ceremony: Brooke Frisby, President of the Forensic Association, 2015-2016 Martin Yancy, Vice-President of the Forensic Association, 2015-2016

The Student Coordinators & Registration Team


Welcome Address

Dr. Alan Wildeman, President, University of Windsor

Dr. Jeff Berryman, Acting Associate Vice Provost, Academic, University of Windsor

Trends in Forensic Sciences (TIFS-16)

Conference

Welcome Address

Mr. Al Frederick, Chief, Windsor Police Services

Dr. Peter Frade, Director, Forensic Sciences, Interim Associate Dean, Health Sciences

Wayne State University

Trends in Forensic Sciences (TIFS-16)

Conference

Keynote Address

Dr. Jayantha Herath, Medical Director, Ontario Forensic Pathology Services,

Canada


Guest Speakers: 1. Camelia Prescott, B.A., CFI, D-ABMDI- Investigations 101 2. Prof. Lou Mendes-Kramer, M.A., PS(ASCP) – Suicide Investigation 3. Dr. Bulent Mutus, Ph.D. – Environment Forensics 4. Gary Scoyne – Evidence at the Crime Scene 5. Krystal Hans, M.Sc. – Forensic Entomology 6. Marisa Dery – Voice Biometrics

TIFS-16 Committed Audience

Forensic Sciences Student Speakers at TIFS-16

Our Forensic Sciences Students:

1. Andrew Either (Top Left)

2. Azeza Al Masri (Top Right)

3. Danielle Lachance (Bottom Left)

4. Ali Shadzik (Bottom Right)

Forensics Research Showcase at the TIFS-16

First Prize for the Best Poster: Kristina Marrella – Effect of bleach on the Extraction of

DNA from Whole Blood, 2016

Second Prize for the Best Poster: Danielle Lachance – New Techniques for the

Visualization of Latent Fingerprints on the Canadian Polymer Banknotes, 2016


Third Prize for the Best Poster: Victoria Panecaldo – Development of Latent

Fingerprints on Difference Surfaces with New Fluorescent Powder Natural1IR, 2016

Congratulations!

TIFS-16 Fun + Knowledge

Outreach Activities

Mock Crime Scene Investigation and

Reconstruction

External Grants for Forensic Sciences

Ontario Ministry of Education and Training

(2015-2016)

Grant awarded to Dr. Shashi Jasra and Dr. Pardeep Jasra

for the second consecutive year to develop for two

more new online Forensic Sciences Courses:

▪ Forensic Medicine: Toxins and Pathology

▪ Bioterrorism, Environment and Food Forensics

Forensic Sciences Students Achievements

Rebecca Glover

Pathologist Assistant Program, University of Western Ontario

Danielle Lachance

Masters in Forensic Sciences, Kingston University, England

Maria Boxwala

SABA Medical School

Elizabeth Bertucci

Master’s Program at Wayne State University, USA

Forensic Sciences Students Achievements Azin Shirin Bayan

Health Canada

Justin Garabon

Schulich School of Medicine, University of Western Ontario

Calvin Chak

Master’s program in Forensic Sciences, Kingston University, England

Alyssa Frazao

Masters in Biological Sciences, University of Windsor

Forensic Sciences Research Publications

The Effects of Car Care Products on Fingerprint Development of Vehicular Surfaces

(2015) Kayla Browell, B.FSc. , University of Windsor; Douglas Cowper, Windsor Police

Services and Shashi K. Jasra, Forensic Sciences , University of Windsor : Identification

Canada , Vol 38 ( No 1)

Using Dry Fire Extinguisher TO Develop Fingerprints and its Comparison with Other

Methods of Fingerprint Development ( 2016) , Jeremiah O. Boateng, B.FSc. , University

of Windsor ; Pardeep K. Jasra , Forensic Sciences , University of Windsor ; Douglas

Cowper , Windsor Police Services; Shashi K. Jasra , Forensic Sciences , University of

Windsor : Journal of Forensic Identification ,66 (5) 395-404

http://ojs.uwindsor.ca/ojs/leddy/index.php/JEFSR

Heart Fatty Acid Binding Protein: Early Detection of Myocardial Infarction in Post-

Mortem Analysis (2016) Shashi Kiran Jasra, l Ph.D.; Sean Murphy,2 B.F.Sc.; Azin Shirin-

Bayan, 3 B.F.Sc ; Janeta Szczepanik, 4 B.F.Sc ; Janelle Hinds, 5 B.F.Sc ; Pardeep Kumar

Jasra, 6 Ph.D.; and David Shum,7M.D * 1, 2,3,4,5,6: Forensic Sciences , University of

Windsor, 7 ,Windsor Regional Hospital : AAFS ( American Academy of Forensic

Sciences ) Proceedings , USA

http://ojs.uwindsor.ca/ojs/leddy/index.php/JEFSR

Vol 1, No 1 (2016)

Table of Contents

Conference Proceedings

Proceedings of the Trends in Forensic Sciences (TIFS) Conference- 2016

Brooke Frisby

PDF

1-12

Articles

Determining an Effective Method to Enhance Fingerprints on Rusted Metals

Ryan Dodich, John Lasorda, Shashi K. Jasra

PDF

13-22

The Effect of Food on the Absorption of Rohypnol using the RIVM in vitro Digestion Model

Nicole McLeod, Jayden Mayville, Shashi K. Jasra

PDF

23-32

The Effectiveness of Common Fingerprint Techniques to Visualize Latent Fingerprints on Tim Horton's Cups

Brooke Frisby, Steve Hubley, Melinda Mravik

PDF

33-47

A Qualitative Evaluation of the Effects Cleaning Products Have on the Blue star Test for Latent Blood

Alicia Maria DiCarlo, Shashi K. Jasra

PDF

48-60

The forensic biometric analysis of emotions from facial expressions, and physiological processes from the heart and skin

Azeza Al Masri, Shashi K. Jasra

PDF

61-77

Technical Notes

Analysis of Ridge Characteristics of Fingerprint from Different Fingers of Monozygotic Twins

Maria Boxwala, Mubaraka Boxwala, Pardeep K. Jasra

PDF

78-83

http://ojs.uwindsor.ca/ojs/leddy/index.php/JEFSR/article/view/4668

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Forensics Sciences Featured Alumni

In 2010, I started the Bachelor of Forensic Science program at the University of Windsor. This was an

easy choice considering I had a passion for science and watched excessive amounts of CSI. As I progressed

through the forensics program, I quickly learned how vastly different the science was from the shows.

However, at the same time, it became apparent that this program created many options for students and their

future aspirations. While enrolled in the introductory forensics course, students are exposed to many of the

main careers in forensics and the occupational details associated with them. It was comforting to have these

options available and be provided with time to develop impressions of each particular field. As I began to

narrow down my interests, I chose the biochemistry/molecular biology specialization. As usual, Dr. Jasra

showed her relentless support for her students and provided me with guidance throughout this process,

ultimately encouraging me to join a lab to gain practical experience within this field. I started as a research

assistant in Dr. Marlys Koschinky’s lab, where I gained experience in many techniques pertaining to

biochemistry and molecular biology. This process further compelled my interest in this field of research and

prepared me for my forensic research project in fourth year. Ultimately, I was able to complete a project that

combined genetics and forensic entomology, thanks to excellent co-supervision from Dr. Michael Boffa and Dr.

Sherah VanLaerhoven. Although I seemed destined for a career in research at this point, my true goal was to

attend medical school. Even though this decision was not made until third year, the forensics program

provided me with the fundamental knowledge and prerequisite courses required for the application process.

Unfortunately, my first application to medical school was unsuccessful. However, the extensive research

experience I gained throughout my practicum and fourth year research project allowed me to easily progress

on to a Master’s degree in biochemistry, under the supervision of Dr. Michael Boffa. Throughout these two

years, I successfully completed a research project in the field of thrombosis and haemostasis and after a

second medical school application process, I was ultimately offered admission to the Schulich School of

Medicine and Dentistry. Even after this entire process, the forensics program still equips me with a unique

advantage if I choose to specialize in pathology after medical school, reiterating how many doors this program

opens. Regardless of the path that a forensics student chooses, they will always have exceptional support from

fellow students and the administration. As a graduate who understands the potential of this program, it is

amazing to see that forensics at the University of Windsor is continuing to rapidly expand, providing more

hands-on experience and more opportunities for its students. It is an honour to be an alumni of the forensic

science program and I hope my experiences encourage others to be a part of this valuable experience as well.

Justin Garabon

Forensics Sciences Featured Alumni

When I first started pursuing my Forensic Sciences degree in 2012, I didn’t realize what a wonderful

and exciting journey it would be. I was always interested in Forensic Science, and decided to pursue it at the

University of Windsor because of the interaction I had with Dr. Shashi Jasra even before I had begun my

undergraduate degree. She advised me as to which courses I should be taking in high school so that I could

have an easy transition into university. Once being admitted to this university, she helped me register for my

first year courses and every year helps me pick out courses that she knows are beneficial for me.

I have also received numerous volunteer opportunities with the program. I helped with preparing

supplies for upper-year laboratories. I had the opportunity to orient first year students to the program. The

program offers a wonderful mentorship program, where upper-year students provide advice to first year

undergraduates’, making their move from high school to university easier. Similarly I got a delightful chance to

showcase my research and volunteer for the workshop section at the Trends in Forensic Science conference

(TIFS 2016). I have given presentations to prospective and incoming students during several recruitment

events.

As I moved on to my upper-years I had the chance of gaining a tremendous amount of practical

experience. Forensic pathology is a speciality that I am currently interested in, and knowing this Dr. Shashi

Jasra offered me a fourth year placement at the Windsor Regional Hospital, Pathology department. This was a

great way to receive an incredible amount of hands-on and applied knowledge. It was the coolest and most

rewarding experience I have ever had.

The forensics program even tries and provides employment to an undergraduate, in the form of a

teaching assistant (TA). I was a TA for two different courses during winter and Fall 2015. This is where I got to

practice a number of teaching skills, as well as practically apply everything I learned so far in Forensic Science.

Last summer, Dr. Pardeep offered me a unique break of working with him in the development of a new

forensic course that is being offered during Fall 2016.

My involvement with the program hasn’t concluded with graduating either. Dr. Shashi Jasra has

continuously created prospects for me to get involved in the program. I am currently a reviewer for the new

Forensic Science journal titled Journal of Emerging Forensic Sciences Research as well as, I am once again

working on developing another forensic course. The administrative staff at interfaculty has also helped

wonderfully during my four year undergraduate.

I feel privileged to have been a part of the Forensic Sciences program here at the University of Windsor

since it gave me both analytical and practical knowledge. If I had to do this twice over, I definitely wouldn’t

regret the choice I have made.

Maria Boxwala

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