Through a focus on career preparation, the Forensic Science Program follows the mission of Madonna University by supporting a liberal arts education that instills humanistic values, intellectual inquiry, a respect for diversity, and a commitment to serving others. This mission is based on the Franciscan values of respect for the dignity of each person, peace and justice, reverence for creation, and education for truth and service. Students in the Forensic Science Program earn a Bachelor?s Degree in Forensic Science with a minor in Chemistry to fulfill the requirements of FEPAC accreditation. As the only accredited undergraduate program in the State of Michigan, Forensic Science at Madonna University meets the standards that are being demanded by employers under the Department of Justice?s newly introduced endeavor to improve forensic science nationwide through a partnership between the National Commission on Forensic Science and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The emphasis on applied learning provides a skill set that benefits both those that seek immediate employment in the field, or those that decide to pursue graduate or professional school. Forensic science coursework is presented by specialists with experience that can assist students in mastering techniques and building confidence so that they are prepared not just theoretically but also with ?good lab hands? that are essential for the performance of standard operating protocols within a highly regulated environment. Because the field of forensic science contains a myriad of different sub-disciplines and specialties, coursework is focused on exploring techniques at the experiential level so that students can decide which avenue they wish to pursue when making the next step in their journey to success. By engaging in independent projects for research and development within the Madonna University Forensic Science Research Facility, students at the undergraduate level may gain a level of skill development that is most often reserved for those in graduate level programs. The ultimate goal is to prepare each student to embark on a career dedicated to serving justice and their community through the application of science in law enforcement.
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