Madison Burnham

My passion for Crime Scene Investigation is apparent and drives me to be the best version of myself. I am a hardworking Student offering part-time work experience and extensive knowledge of core subject matter. Meticulous and detail-oriented with excellent observational, organizational, and communication skills.

Personal Mission Statement: I am entering the career of Crime Scene Investigation to help people have a voice. Whether they don't have a voice or feel silenced, I want to help them be heard. Through my documentation on scene, I will offer a voice for the experience at hand. I know what it's like not to be listened to or heard, and I will do everything in my power to bring those people's voices forward.

- Continuing to overcome learning disabilities.
- 4 Year letterman for High School Soccer.
- Team Captain for High School Soccer.
- Remained a leader for the team even when faced with adversity.
- Played soccer in college.
- Honors student at Western Colorado University.

- Was selected to be a part of the Western Colorado University Student Leadership program for the past year and a half. (FYE and SYE ALPS)
- Created an opportunity for an internship position within the Department of Inclusivity and Diversity at Western Colorado University as a freshman.
- Accomplished being selected for the Summer Inter at the SLC Crime Lab as an incoming sophomore.
- Accomplished being the Department of Inclusivity and Diversity at Western Colorado University's first intern.
- Made connections with the Gunnison Police Department and Sheriff's Office to participate in civilian ride-alongs.

My work ethic and drive for greatness is very apparent. I will work until a task is complete to the best of my ability and constantly ask for constructive criticism. Being a student-athlete for most of my life, I have learned time management skills and how to be punctual about time and effort. I push myself while pushing others around me to perform at their best. I am easy to get along with and accept everyone for who they are. Growing up in a city and school where I was constantly being judged and not listened to because of my religion or various things made me very open to learning about other people's experiences and understanding that empathy is a powerful thing to attain.