Forensic Anthropology Field Methods May 27-30, 2025 Cost: $600
This is an intensive course designed to enhance one’s knowledge in forensic recovery techniques. Various mapping techniques and equipment will be discussed and applied to an outdoor context. Participants will be responsible for the recovery of scattered and buried human remains at the Anthropology Research Facility.
This course is best suited for undergraduate and graduate students in biological and forensic anthropology who have experience with osteology.
Outdoor Recovery Course May 5-8, 2025 Cost $1000 FULL. Please add your name to the wait list if interested.
This 4-day course is designed for medico-legal personnel that are actively involved in the recovery of human remains. Participants will be introduced to the role of the forensic anthropologist in a forensic investigation and how they can assist in the recovery of remains in an outdoor context. Topics covered include the basics of time since death determination and an introduction to new techniques available to law enforcement. The archaeological approach to surface and burial recovery and the use of current technology available to aid in the recovery of human remains at the Anthropology Research Facility will be emphasized. The fee covers course equipment and materials and all required PPE. Please see Housing page for information on local hotels.
Pre-requisites: Participants must be gainfully employed in the medico-legal community. Medical Examiners, death investigators, law enforcement or other related fields will be considered.