2023-2024 OFFICERS
PRESIDENT:
SAMANTHA BOMAN
VICE PRESIDENT:
ADRIANA PLIEGO
Samantha is a senior majoring in Forensics Biology with a minor in Chemistry. She also holds an A.S. degree in Administration of Justice from Santa Barbara City College where she was a member of the cadaver dissection team. During Samantha's time at SJSU, she has served as VP of the Forensic Science Club, Associate Editor of Themis, and a JS Task Force representative. This semester she is joining Dr. Bolton's research lab, examining postmortem interval determinations using cartilage. In the future she would like to pursue a career in death investigations.
Adriana is a junior majoring in forensic science biology. She had the opportunity to study abroad and learn from renowned professors at the Forensic Science Centre at the University of Strathclyde in Scotland, Glasgow. During her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and six dogs. She hopes to work in a crime lab in the future!
SECRETARY:
ALEXIS PUENTE
TREASURER:
SUKHMANI DHADIALA
Sukhmani is a third year majoring in Forensic Biology and minoring in Chemistry. She was part of the University of Strathclyde-SJSU forensic science study abroad cohort in summer of 2023 where she got to study at the Forensic Science Centre in Glasgow, Scotland. She is a member of the community engagement team for Her Campus at SJSU. She enjoys crocheting, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends in her free time. Her future career goal is to work in a crime lab!
MEMBERSHIP CHAIR:
SERENA CEJA
Hi! I am Serena and I am the membership chair for the forensic science club. I’m currently a second year studying forensic biology and am so excited for the future of this club!
COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR:
AUTUMN LE
Hey everyone, I'm Autumn, a Criminology major and the club Director Of Communication. Whether I'm crafting engaging social media content or sending out important updates, I'm dedicated to keeping our members updated and excited about what's happening. Outside of my club duties, you'll often find me hitting the gym or enjoying a swim to maintain my energy and alertness. And when I have some free time, I love delving into topics like oceanography and forensic anthropology. I'm passionate about uncovering the mysteries of the past and making meaningful contributions to the field. In fact, I'm enthusiastically planning to pursue a master's degree in Forensic Anthropology in the near future. The tales and stories that teeth and bones can divulge have always been something intriguing to me, I'm also quite certain that advancing my education in this area is the sure way of reaching even deeper to the field and make a tangible impact. I would like to broaden my appreciation for being part of this superb club and look forward to sharing this journey with all of you!
HEAD OF EVENT PLANNING:
KARLA SUAREZ
EVENT PLANNING TEAM:
JOCELYN GONZALEZ
Karla is a third year student majoring in Forensic Crime Scene Investigation. She loves to listen to crime junkie podcasts and watch Bailey Sarian on YouTube in her free time. Her career goal is to work as a Crime Scene Investigator/ Technician, with an interest in crime scene photography for criminal investigations.
HEAD OF MARKETING:
MARY-CLAIRE ST. OMER
Mary-Claire is a junior majoring in forensic science CSI concentration. She is currently doing her internship with Dr.Bolton by taking part in her research lab. In the future she would like to be a crime scene investigator or work for a state crime laboratory.
DIRECTOR OF DOCUMENTATION:
JANELLE CORNELIO
Janelle is a senior majoring in Forensic Science with a concentration in Crime Scene Investigation. She received an A.S. degree in Administration of Justice from College of the Canyons where she played 2 years of intercollegiate soccer. Her career goal is to work for the LA County Forensic Lab. Janelle spent her summer traveling and studying abroad at the University of Strathclyde in Scotland, Glasgow to study at the Forensic Science Centre and hopes to return to complete her graduate studies in the near future. She also completed her internship with PAWIS (Pilipino Association of Workers and Immigrants) to raise awareness and educate the community on issues affecting workers and migrants. Her passions include traveling, quality time with friends, working out, photography and all things solidarity.
MARKETING TEAM:
MEAGAN MURAVEZ
Meagan is a senior majoring in Forensic Science Biology. She went on the Scotland Study Abroad trip this past summer. Outside of school she likes to go ice skating, watch anime, play video games, and listen to music by Laufey, DAY6, Billie Eilish, and many more. After college she plans to complete her graduate studies abroad and then one day work in a crime lab or become a professor.
HEAD OF MERCHANDISE:
ANTHONY DO
MERCHANDISE DESIGNER:
RHEA DELOS REYES
Hey everyone!I’m Rhea and I’m a senior majoring in forensic biology with a minor in chemistry. I was also a part of the University of Strathclyde - SJSU forensic science study abroad summer program in Glasgow, Scotland in 2024. For my future, I want to either be in the forensic biology lab or an autopsy technician. I’m also open to being an associate forensic science professor in University of Baguio, Philippines. Outside of school, I love collecting vinyl records or trinkets that are spooky ‘n gothic. Words cannot express how excited (with a bit of shyness) I am to be part of the merchandising side of the club! All introverted-ness aside I’m looking forward to meeting you all and sharing laughs together!
GENERAL OFFICER:
ABIGAIL LAWSON
Abigail is a forensic science, crime scene investigation major. She is a first year student here at San Jose state university. As of now her career goal is to go into blood spatter analysis as she has an interest in working both on scene and in the lab if that is possible! Her university goal is to soon take part in a internship or a research lab and develop her love for forensic science