Get KAP to DC
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Karoline has been offered the opportunity to attend the National Student Leadership Conference’s Forensic CSI Summer Program
in Washington, DC.
This incredible opportunity to gain practical experience in crime scene investigation and forensic techniques will prepare her for college, where she plans to major in Forensic Chemistry.
To get her there,
we need your help to meet her goal of
$2,500 by May 31st.
Every contribution is greatly appreciated!
Every contribution is greatly appreciated!
About Karoline
16 years old | Junior | BioMed focus
David Thibodaux STEM Magnet Academy
4.13 GPA
ACT Composite: 32 (March 2026)
3x National Speech & Debate
Association Nationals QualifierRanked 14th Informative Speaker
in the Nation (NSDA, 2025)2027 Senior Class President
About the Program
At the NSLC on Forensic Science, step into the role of a crime scene investigator, documenting evidence, analyzing clues, and using science to reveal the story hidden within the scene.
Work with a team to collect samples, interpret findings, and apply science to uncover connections that guide criminal investigations. Gain a deeper understanding of how analytical thinking and collaboration transform physical evidence into meaningful discoveries.
Explore through experiential learning.
Hands-on simulations develop the skills and knowledge needed for a future career in forensic science.
Learn from the experts.
Getting real-world perspectives and insider knowledge straight from the professionals.
Go behind the scenes.
Discovering the inner workings of the field through immersive trips and tours.
Trips and tours may include:
Secret Service Lab Tour
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Capitol Hill
Smithsonian Museums
Washington at Night
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Simulations
Process a mock crime scene with a team by measuring, photographing, documenting, and collecting evidence.
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Workshops
Explore blood spatter analysis, fingerprinting, DNA analysis, and forensic anthropology and pathology.
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Investigations
Analyze and interpret collected evidence, aiming to reconstruct the series of events that led to a crime.
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Testimony
Serve as an expert witness, answering questions and cross-examination from attorneys presenting a case.
Want to help?
Your contribution will go towards Karoline’s tuition, which will cover her housing and on-campus meals, as well as course materials, academic expenses, trips, tours, activities, and off-campus event transportation.