Serving Whitman County since 1877
Serving Whitman County since 1877
Gazette reporter speaks at Gonzaga University
Yesterday marked another exciting chapter in my journey as a reporter, as I had the honor of speaking to two forensic criminology classes at Gonzaga University in Spokane. The opportunity to share my experiences and insights into cold cases, a passion I’ve pursued since the age of 19, was truly exhilarating despite the pressure of being a guest speaker in a classroom full of students my age.
The classes I spoke to were held at 12:20 p.m. and 4:40 p.m. I was impressed by how Professor Matthew DeGarmo seamlessly introduced cold cases and integrated my part into the curriculum.
Delving into the world of crime reporting and investigative journalism, I found myself drawn to the intriguing complexities of cold cases. These are not just stories waiting to be told; they are mysteries begging to be unraveled and justice longing to be served.
I vividly recall the first cold case that captured my attention, Joyce LePage. It was like stepping into a labyrinth of clues and unanswered questions, each piece of evidence a puzzle waiting to be solved.
During my talk at Gonzaga, I shared anecdotes and lessons learned from working on cases like Kristin David, Joyce LePage and Dorothy Walker.
What makes each opportunity to speak about cold cases so thrilling is the chance to inspire others to help. After the first lecture, one student approached me with an interesting theory for the David case regarding an old Montanna case I had never considered.
Overall, the experience was a profound learning opportunity and a humbling experience. It was such an honor to be invited to share the work I’m passionate about in my free time and to introduce a room full of prospecting and hopeful future, profilers, detectives, and agents to the unsolved cases of David, LePage and Walker.
Olivia Harnack is a Journalist at the Whitman County Gazette. Olivia is enrolled at University of Idaho and is majoring in digital film studies. She serves in the United States Army National Guard and is proud to serve Whitman County.
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