Julia Kerner

Undergraduate Criminal Justice student at the University of Nevada, Reno pursuing a Criminal Justice major with a Biological Anthropology minor and a completed Forensic Science Certificate. Interested in crime scene processing, forensic laboratory analysis, and evidence handling. Seeking opportunities to apply strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills in a professional forensic laboratory environment.

Pi Beta Phi - Fraternity for Women

• Member - January 2026 - Present
• Participate in a values-based organization dedicated to advancing children's literacy through the Read > Lead > Achieve philanthropy initiative.
• Engage in hands-on community service supporting children’s literacy and educational development as the only organization on campus that supports our philanthropic efforts through in-person initiatives.
• Collaborate with members to plan and execute fundraising and service events benefiting literacy-focused outreach.
• Develop leadership, teamwork, communication, and event coordination skills through chapter involvement.

Completed Forensic Studies Certificate through the University of Nevada, Reno.

Courses taken for certification:

• CRJ 160 - Foundations in Forensic Studies
• CRJ 161 - Crime Scene Investigation
• CRJ 311 - Forensic Science
• CRJ 342 - Forensic Psychology
• CRJ 498 - Death Investigations
• BIOL 190A - Intro to Cell & Molecular Biology
• CHEM 121A & L - General Chemistry I & Lab I