Honor Society® member
Vanessa Lowe
Fire Marshal/ Fire Engineer/ EMT at Little Rock Fire Department (Current Employer)
- Oklahoma State University
- Forensic Science
- Class of 2026
- Little Rock, AR
Member since January 2026
About
I am currently pursuing a Doctorate in Forensic Science at Oklahoma State University. I earned a Bachelor of Professional Studies in Criminal Justice from Arkansas Tech University and later completed a Master of Science in Criminal Justice at Bethel University. Professionally, I serve as a Fire Marshal with the Little Rock Fire Department, where I continue to use my education and hands-on experience to grow as a fire investigator and better serve the community.
Education
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Bethel University
Master of Science in Criminal Justice
2021 – 2023
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Arkansas Tech University
Professional Studies Criminal Justice
2013 – 2016
Honors and awards
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City of Little Rock Employee of the Year 2023- Mahlon A. Martin Award
The Mahlon A. Martin Award was established in 2004 to acknowledge City of Little Rock employees who exhibit a high quality of job performance and significantly contribute to the quality of life within the city.
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Little Rock Fire Department Employee of the Year 2023
Goals and interests
- Career goal
My intended career path is to continue advancing in the field of fire investigation and public safety while combining my education and professional experience to strengthen forensic investigations, leadership, and community safety.
- Graduate school interests
I am working toward completing my Doctorate in Forensic Science at Oklahoma State University in December 2026.
- Outside the classroom
I enjoy working out, hiking, cooking and shopping.
Experience
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Fire Marshal/ Fire Engineer/ EMT
Little Rock Fire Department (Current Employer)
May 2016 – Present
Languages
- English (US) Advanced
