Chemistry is the study of structure, properties, and behavior of matter.
Chemists serve society in a variety of ways to improve the quality of life. As a result of their contributions, health care has been improved, the human life span has increased, substitutes for dwindling natural resources have been discovered, and a greater understanding of our physical environment has been achieved. As a chemistry major you will gain the necessary theoretical understanding and practical laboratory skills to pursue a successful and rewarding career in the increasingly technological world of the future. Marymount s program is designed to help you develop these essential skills. After studying the fundamental concepts relating to the structure, properties, and behavior of matter, you will learn about the complicated organic molecular structures which are chemical foundations of living systems.