Month: February 2023

Schmitz Celebrates Learning Beyond the Classroom

Dr. Julia Schmitz with Leo the Lion

Note: This series spotlights the people who educate Piedmont University students. We ask them about their childhood, their first jobs, and why they love what they do. Before she was Dr. Julia Schmitz, the Piedmont University associate biology professor took ballet lessons, played basketball, and was a cheerleader.  Schmitz was a Girl Scout, too, and…

Piedmont University to Begin Offering Minor in Forensic Science This Fall

Piedmont University’s successful forensic science program expands this fall, with the addition of a minor designed to prepare students to serve a wide variety of investigative agencies. “The forensic science minor will provide students with the core knowledge they need to lead criminal investigations,” said Professor Bruce Willis, a former special agent with Georgia Bureau…