The department emphasizes computer use. The department maintains a variety of computers and accessories, including both IBM compatible and Macintosh computers. The department provides instruction not only in the use of these computers in science but also in the interfacing of them to scientific instrumentation. Since every computer is wired to the world wide web students have the opportunity to retrieve information from, and discuss their academic endeavors with, other like-minded scientists from around the world. The chemistry department has an excellent seminar series of outside speakers.
Talks range from the latest in basic research to discussions of career options.
Students must attend these seminars their Junior and Senior years and must present their own seminars during both of these years. Because of the department's reputation for producing high quality undergraduates, many speakers come to Stonehill at their own expense in order to recruit students to their graduate schools or companies. The Chemistry Club at Stonehill promotes both social and professional activities for all students with an interest in chemistry. The society provides students with invaluable education and career planning information. Whether students join the American Chemical Society or not, they are still welcome to participate in all Chemistry Club activities.