MTSU is expanding its popular CSI experience on campus. CSI:MTSU is a four-day program designed for students entering the 10th, 11th, and 12th grades in Rutherford and surrounding counties.
CSI:MTSU allows high school students to explore many unique career possibilities in forensic science; provides a 'real life' reason to tackle higher level math and science courses; and develops skills in team work, seeing and understanding details, critical thinking, and presentation skills.
The student investigators will be presented with a re-creation of an actual crime scene. They will be divided into several teams and each team will be assigned to a member of the Forensic Anthropology Search and Recovery Team. A professional will direct and coach the students as they use math and science to solve the crime.
Each student is trained in the fundamental processes of collecting evidence including DNA, fingerprints, hair and fibers, simulated blood spatter, and shoe prints. Additionally, they will learn how to process the evidence, conduct interviews, and formulate theories while working within a team environment.
During the last afternoon of the camp each team will make a presentation detailing their theories of the crime and the conclusions that are reached. Team conclusions will be critiqued by a panel of forensic scientists. Parents are welcome to come to the last camp session.
Registration includes snacks at the daily breaks, lunch, and a T-shirt.
For more information or to register for the camp, www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/register.asp?m=203&c=5832.
For more information, contact at eshockle@mtsu.edu or 615-898-2462.
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