?It is also an appropriate degree program for students pursuing careers in engineering, medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or science teaching at the secondary level. The program seeks to provide students an opportunity to acquire a sound foundation in chemistry, and to see its broader applications.

Lectures and laboratory experiments, seminars and independent study in the program are tailored to the background and goals of the individual student as much as possible. As the student progresses, emphasis shifts from relatively structured classroom and laboratory experiences to activities which require increasing independence and initiative on the student?s part. Undergraduate research is an integral part of the typical experience in the laboratory for juniors and seniors.?

Program Features:

• All lecture classes taught by Ph.D. level faculty members, not graduate students.
• All instruments and equipment in the laboratories are available for undergraduate use
• Advanced instrumentation often used in teaching laboratories
• All CHEM and BCMB majors complete a senior project
  • Research done in conjunction with a faculty mentor on campus or as an off-campus internship
  • Can span multiple semesters for credit of non-credit
  • Graduating seniors present research at Senior Research Symposium at the end of each semester