Anthropology
SSAN
The Anthropology event challenges competitors to identify bones and estimate the victim's height. Participants will then match their findings to a list of missing persons, aiming to solve a simulated forensic puzzle.
Skills Assessment
Bloodstain Pattern Analysis
SSBS
The Bloodstain Pattern Analysis event tasks competitors with deciphering the origin of a simulated bloodstain. Participants will employ calculations and stringing techniques to determine direction, area of convergence, and angle of impact.
Skills Assessment
Crime Scene Investigation
SRCS
The Crime Scene Investigation event challenges competitors to secure, process, and document a simulated crime scene. Participants will identify and collect evidence, adhering to forensic guidelines.
Roleplay
Fiber Analysis
SSHA
In the Fiber Analysis event, competitors will analyze a fiber sample to determine if the fiber is natural or synthetic based on microscopic and chemical analysis. They will justify their choice, in a written conclusion, based on their identified characteristics.
Skills Assessment
Fingerprint Collection and Analysis
SSFC
The Fingerprint Collection and Analysis event tests competitors' skills in locating and lifting fingerprints. Participants will then engage in comparative analysis to match the lifted print to known samples.
Skills Assessment
Job Exhibit
XPJE
The Job Exhibit event encourages competitors to research various roles within TPSA's specific career clusters. Competitors will research salary and benefits, education and training requirements, natural abilities and required skills, availability of jobs, opportunities for advancement and any additional benefits or perks that would attract potential applicants. Participants will present their findings through a tri-fold visual display, offering insights into job requirements, salary, and advancement opportunities. Participants can choose any career cluster, however, chapters are limited to 5 entries across all clusters. This is one event which will be judged together across all career clusters.
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Student Board Interest Meeting
11 days ago
Interested in joining the TPSA Student Board? This webinar will cover everything you need to know about the role, responsibilities, and impact of student board members. We’ll discuss how to apply, the election process, and campaigning guidelines for the State Conference. Plus, you’ll have the chance to ask questions and hear from current board members about their experiences. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how you can take on a leadership role in TPSA! Sign up for the webinar here: https://tpsa.info/student-board-webinar
State Conference Registration Guide
48 days ago
We are excited to announce that the 2025 TPSA State Conference Registration Guide is now available! This guide contains all the essential details to help you plan for this year’s State Conference, happening March 23rd-26th, 2025, in Allen, TX. 🔗 Access the Full Registration Guide Here: https://tpsa.info/2025-guide The guide includes information on: ✅ Accommodations – Marriott Allen Dallas is our official hotel; booking deadline: March 7th ✅ Meals – Pre-ordered meal options available, purchase deadline: March 12th ✅ Registration Costs – New tiers available, late registration begins March 6th ✅ Volunteering – Required for each chapter, with penalties for missing volunteers ✅ Schedule & Activities – Competitive events, student workshops, advisor sessions, and more! ✅ Competition Details – Competitive events, rules, scoring, and grievance process ✅ Student Board Elections – Key dates and opportunities for leadership 📌 Key Dates to Remember: 🔹 Jan 31 – Registration Opens 🔹 Mar 6 – Late Registration Begins / Bus Registration Due 🔹 Mar 7 – Marriott Booking Deadline 🔹 Mar 12 – Registration Closes 🔹 Mar 13 & 18 – Mandatory Advisor Meetings (Virtual) 🔹 Mar 17 – Emergency Substitutions Deadline As we move "Together Towards Tomorrow," we look forward to an exciting and impactful conference! More details will be added as they become available, so stay tuned for updates. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]. See you in Allen, TX!
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