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Adrian Borlestean

Laboratory Demonstrator
aborlestean@trentu.ca
Ext. 7884

As a two-time alumnus of Trent University, I have spent a long time studying and working in Peterborough at Trent University. My background includes both Biology and Forensics. I help organize the labs for several different courses in the department including FRSC1011H, FRSC2020H, FRSC2030H, FRSC3800H, & FRSC4110H. I’m always available to aid TAs in their labs or to meet with students that may have questions about our labs. I’m always happy to meet a new cohort of students every year, and help get them ready for Forensic Science at Trent.

Lesley Hewett 

Laboratory Demonstrator
lhewett@trentu.ca 
Ext. 7262                      

I received my B.Sc. (Hons) in Forensic Science from Trent in 2008 and I have held the position of laboratory demonstrator in the Forensic Science department since 2010.  In this role, I provide a range of support services for lab-based courses, which currently include the third- and fourth-year crime scene, fingerprinting, DNA and bloodstain pattern analysis courses. In parallel to my career, I am working part-time towards an M.Sc. in Environmental and Life Sciences.  Under the supervision of Dr. Aaron Shafer, my project involves investigating microbial signatures related decomposition and post-mortem interval estimation.

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Sarah Jessup

Forensic Law Teaching Assistant
sarahjessup@trentu.ca
Ext. 7841

Sarah has a master’s degree in Canadian studies & Indigenous Studies, a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, and a Paralegal diploma. She is currently finishing up her PhD in Canadian Studies where she examines law and policy related to bullying, harassment, and violence in the Canadian healthcare system. Sarah has a passion for learning and education and enjoys working with students to pursue their educational interests and goals. As teaching support in the Forensic Science department, Sarah supports student learning in each year of the program in such courses as Introduction to Canadian Justice, Criminal Code, Criminology in Forensics, Presentation of Expert Evidence, among others. When she is not teaching and doing research, Sarah enjoys spending time with her family and reading fiction.

Sylvie Johnston

Undergraduate Academic Administrative Assistant
forensicscience@trentu.ca  
Ext. 7200

Sylvie is responsible for performing a variety of administrative, budgetary, human resource management, data analysis, event planning, and clerical duties related to the operation of the department.

Karen McQuade Smith

Placement Coordinator
karenmcquadesmith@trentu.ca
Ext. 7446

As the Placement Coordinator I am responsible for coordinating the experiential learning that happens outside of regular class hours and off campus. I work with undergraduate and graduate students in the department to help them explore different career options and find networking and placement opportunities. I am always interested in growing my network and exploring new partnerships so please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

 

Sarah Jessup

Forensic Law Teaching Assistant
sarahjessup@trentu.ca
Ext. 7841

 

 

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