Forensic Science Educational Conferences

In December 2000, the Third International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) was released comparing U.S. students with those of 41 other nations. At the end of 12th grade, our students ranked among the very lowest in math and science of the 42 countries. Keenly aware of the deficiencies, middle- and high school science teachers are seeking appropriate methods to improve science competence in students.

With today’s explosion of television programs and media coverage of the latest advancements in the forensic sciences, students have become fascinated with anything relating to the work of the forensic scientist. Wishing to foster a stronger interest in science learning among our nation’s young people, the American Academy of Forensic Sciences now co-sponsors Forensic Science Educational Conferences (FSEC). The goal of the Conferences is to increase science teachers’ knowledge of the forensic sciences and to assist them as they enrich and/or develop challenging, innovative curricula.

2020 Forensic Science Educational Conference

Due to these unprecedented times related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, university campuses are being closed for the immediate future. The New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) had planned to host the AAFS Forensic Science Educational Conference (FSEC) during the summer of 2020, but will be unable to do so. NJIT is planning to host the conference in the summer of 2021 and will announce dates as soon as possible .

All current registrations will be canceled, and any payments will be refunded.

This page will be updated as new information becomes available. Thank you for your understanding.

Thirty-one conferences have been conducted thus far:

Click HERE to read comments from teachers who have attended a FSEC.

To host a future conference or for additional information, contact:

Nancy Jackson
Accreditation & Outreach Coordinator
njackson@aafs.org
Phone: (719) 636-1100
Fax: (719) 636-1993

FSEC Sponsors

The AAFS would like to take the time to thank all of our generous sponsors who support the Forensic Science Educational Conferences.

Their generous contributions make it possible to bring forensics to the classroom!