First two weeks

Hi, my name is Mary.  I'm a senior at Texas State University, studying anthropology with a focus on forensics.  This summer I will be photographing clients' scars, both torture-related and from other accidents, in order to try to find patterns in scars that are indicative of specific torture techniques.  

In order to proceed with these studies, I have created a consent form that outlines the goals, methods, and confidentiality procedures of the research project.  Last Tuesday I was able to take photographs of two clients, and I am happy with the results I've had thus far.  As this is a fairly large project, steps have been taken to ensure that future interns, likely graduate students, will continue with the project when I am no longer here.  So far, the project has been extremely successful.  It has been fu getting to know everyone at CST and I'm looking forward to the experiences I will have over the rest of the summer.