Professor Daniel L. Burden Assistant Professor Peter K. Walhout Assistant Professor Department Overview Chemistry is an interdisciplinary subject with roots in physics and mathematics and with relevance to many other fields of science and technology. This department emphasizes the fundamental principles of chemistry and development of experimental skills attempting to place the discipline within the larger context of the natural sciences.
Opportunity is given for concentration in chemistry as well as in the allied field of biochemistry.
The Chemistry program is certified by the American Chemical Society in both chemistry and biochemistry. ACS certified degrees require additional course work beyond the basic major. The major prepares students for graduate studies in chemistry and biochemistry and allied fields, for entry into health professions, for work in industry and government, for business in technical areas, and for teaching at the secondary level. The mastery of analytical and problem-solving techniques provides an excellent basis for a wide range of service, management, and leadership roles in society.