Dave Pauly

Dave Pauly serves as a Professor of Forensic Science within the Department of Criminal Justice & Forensic Science, Justice & Military Studies Division of the College of Arts, Humanities & Sciences at Methodist University.

His academic foundation includes:

• B.S. from Campbell University
• M.F.S. from George Washington University

With 18 years as a U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Division Special Agent (1988-2006), Professor Pauly integrates operational expertise into forensic education. His professional development encompasses graduation from the Canadian Police College (1997) and FBI National Academy (1998).

Research focuses on applied forensic disciplines including bloodstain pattern analysis, arson investigation, and crime scene reconstruction. He maintains active membership in specialized associations such as the International Association of Bloodstain Pattern Analysts, Vidocq Society, and North American Forensic Entomology Association.