Harding University Digital Forensics Lab

05/25/2026

At HUDFL, we remember the courage, service, and dedication of those who gave everything for this nation. Their legacy inspires us to lead with integrity, precision, and purpose every day.

05/21/2026

Digital Evidence is Everywhere! 💻

Your phone, computer, and even your home devices store more data than you think. From deleted files to browser history and smart home activity, digital evidence can reveal critical details.

At HUDFL, we help investigators uncover timelines, locate evidence, and find the facts hidden within digital devices and online activity.

05/15/2026

As Police Memorial Week comes to a close, we honor the brave peace officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to others. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.

05/11/2026

Congragulations to all four HUDFL analyst graduates! 🎓

Luke, Chloe, Jeaustin, and Johnathan are all stepping into the world of cyber and digital forensics. We are excited to see what comes next for each of them. Their contribution of more than 45 analyzed devices leaves a lasting legacy at HUDFL, and their dedication, professionalism, and hard work have made a meaningful impact. We are proud of all they accomplished and wish them continued success in their future careers.

05/08/2026

This week, we had the privilege of hosting more than 30 law enforcement officers representing over 20 agencies across Arkansas for a 2-day Justice Institute course focused on phone extraction and analysis.

Participants gained hands-on experience using industry-standard digital examination tools while learning from highly trained digital forensics professionals.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this training a success. We look forward to continuing our mission of equipping Arkansas law enforcement with the skills and knowledge needed to meet the growing demands of digital forensics.

Train the future. Upskill the present. Deliver justice.

05/04/2026

The Smartest Rebel Droid! Taking down the empire with nothing but data breaches and elite programming skills! Happy National Star Wars Day!

04/30/2026

Unsolved cases. Tampered Evidence. Crimes with only one witness.

If you are a fan of true crime, these documentaries are for you! They dive into real investigations where digital evidence changed everything. Helping crack cold cases and reopen the truth.

*⚠ Disclaimer: The documentaries feature real crime stories and include descriptions of violence. Viewer discretion is advised ⚠ *

04/21/2026

Check out our full 10-8 Podcast episode! Thank you for having us 10-8 Studios!

The NEWEST episode of the 10-8 podcast is now available!

The Witness In Your Pocket: Harding University’s Forensic Science Lab

In this episode of the 10-8 Podcast, we talk with the team behind the Harding University Digital Forensics Lab about how digital evidence—from phones to smart watches—is changing the way investigations are conducted.

Dr. John Stone, RJ Holt, and Jeff Cavitt explain how their lab helps agencies across Arkansas analyze digital evidence, train investigators, and solve cases faster.

From property crimes to major investigations, digital forensics is becoming a critical tool for modern law enforcement.

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04/20/2026

Last week, two of our student workers presented their undergraduate preliminary research fellowship. Brisa and Caden are collaborating to define the gaps in digital and vehicle forensics across the state of Arkansas.

We are proud of their dedication and the impact their research is making in advancing digital forensics knowledge throughout Arkansas!

04/17/2026

We had a great time talking with CLEST about the necessity of digital forensics done right. The podcast comes out on Monday on the 10-8 Studios podcast platform.