Baillie Poulton (Yardley, PA) began at WVU in the fall of 2017 as a freshman. She graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Forensic and Investigative Science with an emphasis in examiner in the spring of 2021. She continued her education at WVU and began her Masters degree in the fall of 2021. She graduated with her Master of Science in Forensic Science in the summer of 2023 after completing her thesis entitled: "Computerized Trajectory Analysis for Firearm Examiners." Baillie decided to continue her education to the doctorate level and began her PhD in Forensic Science in the fall of 2023. Her project for her dissertation is working with using finite element analysis (FEA) and 3-dimensional modeling to aid in shooting reconstruction. She also will be looking into the probing method, which is employed on scene by crime scene personnel to take measurements for shooting reconstruction personnel.
Why did you choose WVU?
I chose WVU befo re my freshman year because of the program being one of the best in the nation for forensic science, but I also liked the staff that I met at the time. I felt welcome and at ease. I chose to stay at WVU due to my experiences here in the program and with the faculty.
Why did you choose to work with Dr. Morris?
I chose Dr. Morris' research group because I remember taking his firearms class during my junior year and connecting with his teaching style. I chose to stay with him for my PhD because he is easy to work with and is always testing your knowledge and challenging you when you need it.