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Why Chemistry as a Major?

Chemistry is THE central science and chemists play one of the most central roles in virtually all aspects of modern life. Every key invention and discovery of the last century or more has had at its core the understanding of some chemical
principle, or the exploitation of new chemical knowledge.

With an undergraduate degree in chemistry you increase the possibility that you can contribute to newly emerging scientific areas in the next century such as:

Many chemistry majors go on to earn graduate degrees in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, pharmacology, or another related discipline. Some choose professional programs such as pharmacy, medicine, business or law.

Chemists are considered trainable in virtually all other scientific and non-scientific disciplines, leading to greater career flexibility. Students have recognized that technical training in an area like chemistry, coupled with training in another discipline, gives them a competitive advantage in today's job market.

Furthermore, there is an increasing demand for teachers at all levels that have been technically trained, as would be the case for the B.S. chemist.

Whatever your long-term career objectives may be, majoring in Chemistry is a step in the right direction! Come join us!

 

Annual Chemistry Information Fair!

If you are on campus in the spring and wish to explore chemistry as a major, watch for details about the annual chemistry information fair. This event is free and open to the entire campus. All program information is presented in poster format; along with faculty, current students, and advising staff on hand to answer your questions.

This event also includes a research poster contest presented by chemistry majors and those who are conducting research with our faculty. This is a GREAT opportunity to check out the diversity of research projects conducted by our students.