Piedmont University

10/09/2026

It's never too early to think about next summer, especially with trips this good on the horizon!

🕵 Forensic Science and Criminal Justice in Paris
📈 Business in Greece
🏥 Health Science in Peru

Deposits for Paris and Greece are due at the end of October, and deposits for Peru are due in February! Visit piedmont.edu/travel-study for more information and start planning now! 🦁🌎

09/29/2026

Career connections. Real-world opportunities. Bright futures. 🔍⚖️ Last week, Piedmont hosted a forensic science and criminal justice career fair that connected students with industry professionals, showcasing the hands-on experiences and career preparation that set Piedmont graduates apart.

09/28/2026

What happens when classroom knowledge meets real-world experience? For Piedmont student Spencer Davis, it meant spending the summer at Grady Health System, learning from healthcare leaders and helping make a difference in the Atlanta community. 🦁💚 Read more about Spencer's experience: https://www.piedmont.edu/2026/09/23/making-an-impact-spencer-davis-gains-hands-on-experience-at-grady-health-system/

09/24/2026

HELP US MAKE HISTORY! Piedmont has the opportunity to break the single-game attendance record for DIII women’s soccer THIS SATURDAY during the 1 PM game vs. Belhaven! Show out for our Lions and let our opponents HEAR THE ROAR!!

09/23/2026

Fall is officially here! What better way to celebrate than a day at the farm? That's exactly how the SAIL program welcomed the new season, visiting for an afternoon of fun! 🦁🍁

09/22/2026

LEARNING AND LEADING 🏆 In rankings released today, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Piedmont University the No. 3 Top Private College in Georgia! This is a testament to the hard work our students, faculty, and staff put in every day. So proud of our pride!

09/18/2026

No better way to spend Constitution Day than taking a ride in the CONSTITUTION CAB!!! Students got a ride to class and answered questions about the Constitution for prizes. 😎🦅🇺🇸

09/18/2026

Our forensics faculty are leaders in the field! We are so proud 💚🦁

Congratulations to two of our own!

The Georgia Forensic Academy is proud to congratulate Kayla Neal, elected as 1st Vice President, and Brandi Wiltse, elected as 2nd Vice President of the Georgia Division of the International Association for Identification (GAIAI) during the regional conference this week in Cherokee, North Carolina.

Both Kayla and Brandi are dedicated to advancing forensic science education and professional development, and we are proud to see their leadership recognized within the forensic identification community.

Congratulations, Kayla and Brandi! We look forward to seeing the continued impact of your leadership within GAIAI and the forensic science profession.

09/17/2026

Our wonderful alum Brenda Thurmond! Check out this feature and join us at the Mason-Scharfenstein Museum of Art for the Christmas Cocoa and Storytime with Brenda on December 12 at 2 PM!

09/16/2026

The Piedmont University Department of Criminal Justice & Forensic Science would like to invite your high school juniors and seniors to join us on October 8, 2026, for an interactive, all-day event designed for students interested in exploring careers in Criminal Justice and Forensic Science.

Throughout the day, students will have an opportunity to experience these fields firsthand. Participants will:
- Process a hands-on mock crime scene
- Participate in forensic science and criminal justice field activities
- Meet faculty and current students
- Learn about career opportunities in Criminal Justice and Forensic Science
- Hear from Piedmont University Admissions
- Tour our facilities and Piedmont University's Demorest campus

Whether a student is interested in becoming a crime scene investigator, forensic scientist, law enforcement officer, or pursuing another justice-related career, this event provides an opportunity to explore potential career paths while getting a firsthand look at the college experience.

Parents are also welcome to attend. We will offer a parent Q&A session, and parents may join their students for campus tours during the afternoon.

Space for this event is limited, and advance registration is required. We encourage interested students to register early to reserve their spot. Visit piedmont.edu/fscj to register today!

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