News and Events

Forensic Science Program’s Upcoming Expansion
The expansion at 1144 West Loyola Ave is underway and there are exciting updates.

AY 2025-2026 Highlights
Here are our biggest moments of the past academic year for your easy reading!

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.

Ms. Lisa Gilbert welcomed as Full Time Faculty in AY 25-26
Ms. Gilbert brings a wealth of experience to Loyola and the Forensic Science Program and has moved from a part time faculty to full time.

Dr. Russell Ford welcomed into Forensic Science program
Dr. Ford brought a plethora of unique experience to Loyola and the Forensic Science Program in AY25-26.



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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Internships with Impact: Kristina Martinet
Kristina Martinet presented her undergraduate forensic science research at the 2024 AAFS National Conference in Denver.
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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.


Student Research Wins Award: Laura Schultz
Loyola Forensic Science student Laura Schultz won first prize in the Lawter Lecture Series.Â

Internships with Impact: Katarina Meier
Forensic Science student Katarina Maier presents her work at the International Association for Identification 2022 conference.



