What They're Saying About Us...

Special Dignitaries

• “The Commonwealth is very pleased with the Virginia Institute of Forensic Science and Medicine and is committed to its mission."
  Senator Ken Stolle, 8th District, Virginia General Assembly

From Media and Publications

• VIFSM is considered one of the top 50 Women-run businesses of Diversity Businesses in America.



• “…Virginia Institute of Forensic Science and Medicine, a private nonprofit that is emerging as a model of forensic education.”
  Virginia Teaches Technology to the World, Virginia Business Magazine, November 2005



• “…To the nation, VIFSM promotes a Virginia brand of justice forged from the cooperative efficiencies and innovations of its medical examiner system and forensic science laboratories.”
  Private, Public Mix in Forensic Science, Richmond Times Dispatch

Alumni Testimonials and Comments

• “Very impressed with the experience, extensive knowledge, and professionalism of the Virginia Institute of Forensic Science and Medicine's course faculty.”
  Law Enforcement Officer, 10 + years experience



• “The advanced seminar was extremely relevant to my work, and it far exceeded my expectations.”
  Commonwealth Attorney, 15 + years



• “...Since attending the class, I have solved 10 cold armed rape cases...I was very impressed with the training I received at VIFSM and often check your website.”
  Detective, Orlando Police Department.



• “VIFSM training is at par with excellence. I will definitely recommend to colleagues.”
  Forensic Nurse, 5 + years



• “I'm proud to be a graduate of the Virginia Institute of Forensic Science and Medicine. VIFSM gave me the knowledge base to be a successful forensic scientist.”
  2006 Controlled Substances Fellowship Graduate



• “Excellent – I love case presentations as a means to enhance learning!”
  Emergency Room Nurse, 10 + years