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Note: In recognition of forensic science's contribution to the criminal justice system, the week of September 18-24 is designated as National Forensic Science Week. Forensic Science Student Alexis Maurice explains her theories during a mock scenario. Before sliding to the floor with a scripted deathly groan, SLCC forensic science student, Alexis Maurice gave her final thoughts on how her character might have met her demise. Not only do students in Assistant Professor Stephanie Hoffman’s Crime Scene Processing course participate in a mock crime scene complete with evidence like fake blood spatter they also conduct group research projects that seek to fill gaps in the field of forensic science. Alexis participates in a mock scenario.   Alexis investigated the best filters and infrared and ultraviolet wavelength combinations for imaging and documenting tattoos for identification purposes. This is important as crime labs are backlogged, and databases of DNA and fingerprints “are not as

Isaac Wood Salt Lake Community College welcomes Isaac Wood, the new head coach of the College’s first Cross-Country and Track and Field teams. Pronouns : He/him/his Degree earned and institutions : Bachelor’s degree in history, BYU SLCC Start Date : May 16, 2022 Current title : Head Coach of Cross-Country and Track and Field Department : Athletics Previous titles in Athletics : Development Coordinator, BYU Athletics Olympics Sports Recruiting Liaison, BYU Athletics Director of Cross-Country and Track and Field Operations for BYU Athletics Assistant Cross-Country and Track and Field Coach for Weber State University Other experience working in Athletics : Started marathon group in the Utah State Prison in Draper from 2015 to 2017 : I would go and volunteer in the prison all summer. I coached these guys to run a marathon around [a little path]. That was a cool experience. Co-founded Run Elite Program and works as club