2024 National Forensic Science Week Presentation: Forensic Science and Its Vital Contribution to Public Safety
Join us for an enlightening discussion with Director Mike Garvey, who will shed light on the critical role of forensic scientists in maintaining public safety. Drawing from his extensive experiences at the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Central Intelligence Agency, and Philadelphia Police Department Office of Forensic Science, Director Garvey will discuss the multifaceted contributions of forensic science to public safety, including crime scene investigation, evidence analysis, and the application of cutting-edge technologies. He will explore the various career pathways available within the forensic science field, providing insights into the educational requirements, skill sets, and professional development opportunities that are essential for success in this dynamic and growing profession
Dr. Michael Garvey is an experienced forensic scientist, change-agent, and executive, who serves as a Deputy Managing Director for the City of Philadelphia as the Director of the Police Department’s Office of Forensic Science. Driven by a commitment to public safety and his previous federal service with the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Central Intelligence Agency, he takes pride in expanding the role of forensic science to improve law enforcement investigations and intelligence operations. As a leader in the field, he advocates for intelligence-led and data-driven policing through forensic science programs that provide reliable evidence in a timely manner to solve and prevent crime. During his tenure, the PPD/OFS has adopted early programs in Rapid DNA, Crime Gun Intelligence, and Lean Six Sigma processes to increase productivity and operational impact. In addition to his position in Philadelphia, Director Garvey serves as the Chairperson of the MCCA Forensic Science Committee, Vice-chairperson of the ATF’s National Crime Gun Intelligence Governing Board, member of the CJIS Advisory Board for Rapid DNA, adjunct faculty at several Philadelphia universities, Chairperson of BSA Troop 208, Chairperson of Science Explorers Post 425, and member of various national forensic science and law enforcement organizations, committees, and working groups.
Lincoln University Receives $736,000 NSF Equipment Grant
The National Science Foundation Historically Black Colleges and Universities Undergraduate Program (HBCU-UP) supports projects that enhance undergraduate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and research at HBCUs, as means to broaden participation in the nation's STEM workforce. This project aims to transform academic offerings by advancing knowledge, particularly in forensic toxicology (the study of poisons) and drug chemistry, as students work in conjunction with supporting forensic laboratories. This HBCU-UP equipment award provides Lincoln University (PA) with funding to support the purchase of a triple quadrupole mass spectrometer which will be integrated into instrumental analysis, drug chemistry, and toxicology laboratory course for undergraduate students. Through this project, students will learn how to use the instrumentation to process routine case samples as well as to conduct novel research alongside forensic practitioners. Students will gain foundational skills necessary to excel in forensic science graduate programs and crime laboratory work settings. Used in conjunction with liquid chromatography for forensic toxicology or atmospheric pressure direct ionization sample introduction for analysis of controlled substances, students will gain experience on modern, state of the art instrumentation comparable to what is utilized in forensic laboratories and/or graduate programs. This equipment and the research it will support plays a key role in expanding student and faculty training opportunities and research in the Undergraduate Center for Forensic Science at Lincoln University (PA), thus expanding the research capacity at an HBCU in alignment with the goals outlined in the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022. This award reflects NSF's statutory mission and has been deemed worthy of support through evaluation using the Foundation's intellectual merit and broader impacts review criteria.
Lincoln University Students Visit Washington DC Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for Autopsy Viewing & Tour of State-of-the-Art Toxicology Laboratory
Oxford Police Share Training & Experience with Lincoln University Students
On March 20, 2024, OPD's Sergeant Chris Coverly and OfficerShakira Greer had the opportunity to provide their training & experience to students in the following classes.
Lincoln University Awarded $400,000 NSF Grant
OXFORD, PA, Sept 15, 2023 - Lincoln University has been awarded a $400,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to establish an HBCU Undergraduate Center for Forensic Science. The goal of the center is to promote diversity in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) while providing students with the foundational skills necessary to excel in forensic science graduate programs and/or crime laboratories.
One of the core elements of the center will be to integrate STEM based curriculum in forensic chemistry and forensic biology to compliment Lincoln University’s highly successful existing criminal justice program. In addition to infrastructure development including laboratory modernization, enhancement of library resources, and faculty development, the new center will also provide internships, interdisciplinary research, and networking opportunities to the students.
