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Forensics Field SchoolForensic: A Grave Situation
Application Deadline: April 18, 2006 University, College, InstitutionPAST Foundation ( www.pastfoundation.org) Location of Field SchoolNebraska Wesleyan University Field School OverviewProject DirectorsDr. Melissa Connors, Nebraska Wesleyan UniversityDr. Douglas Scott, PAST Field School DescriptionIn this field school, Indiana Jones meets Gil Grissom. Learn what real forensic archaeologists and anthropologists do to assist law enforcement officers in solving crimes. Archaeological techniques can be used in forensic science in outdoor scenes and buried body cases. Participants will learn about forensic archaeology not only in lectures but use proper techniques to excavate a mock homicide victim, prepare a report, and learn to present evidence in a moot court.Field school web site: www.pastfoundation.org Field School Size: 16-25 Minimum age: 16 to 20 years old Is prior experience required?: No Specialized skills you will have the opportunity to learnManual Mapping/drawing (plan views, profiles): YesTraditional Photography: Yes Digital Photography: Yes Excavation Survey Techniques: Yes Interpreting stratigraphy: Yes Soils: Yes Restoration and conservation of artifact: Yes Lab work: Yes Database: Yes Artifact analysis: Yes Fauna identification: Yes Flora identification: Yes Report writing: Yes Evening Lectures: Evening lectures will complement the ongoing daily activities. Lab work on rain days?: Yes Is travel during free time restricted?: Yes Additional information for students: How cool is this, to be able to see how it really works and get to study under the world's foremost forensic anthropologists. Academic, Credit Room and Board, & TuitionAcademic Credit: YesNumber of Credits: College credit can be facilitated through PAST and your institution. Contact PAST for further details Room and Board Information: Room and board are included in the fee. Students will be responsible for travel arrangements to Lincoln Nebraska. 50% deposit ($597) is due with application. Full payment is due upon acceptance and no later than 30 days prior to start of field school. Total Field School fee: $1193 Recommended readingsA full list of recommended readings, forms, supplies and gear will be provided to participating students.When applying for this field school take the time to let PAST know why you are interested and why you want to attend. It only need be a paragraph or two. Archaeology field school contactwww.pastfoundation.orgfieldschools@pastfoundation.org SummaryThis is an exciting field school, the first of its kind in the US. This particular field school targets high school juniors and seniors and first and second year college students. You don't have to have experience just curiosity. |