Chemistry and Physics

Faculty Spotlight on Assistant Professor of Nuclear Science, Dr. Joseph Newton. - Read More

"The most rewarding part of my college career is working with the great people in the Physics department. I get to show up, work on some of the most interesting problems of our world, and then get to talk with some of the most intelligent people I've ever known." - William Reeves, Post-BAAC, Physics

Chemistry undergraduates are encouraged to participate in faculty research programs as early as their freshman year. This provides a unique learning experience not found at many other institutions. - Learn more

"Being a tutor and a teaching assistant is like harvesting gold. It feels amazing to bring students together based on the principles and passion for chemistry." - Asmat Jahan, Junior, Chemistry

When you study physics, you will learn how the natural world works. You will find an intellectual challenge as well as a solid basis for a broad range of career opportunities. You'll learn to solve problems for which the questions are not even known yet.

Physics is a branch of science concerned with the discovery and characterization of universal laws which govern matter, energy, space, and time. - Discover more

Chemistry and Physics are the fundamental backbone of all science and technology.

Why Chemistry or Physics?

A chemistry or physics degree will allow you to develop the analytical and problem-solving skills that are universally sought after by graduate and professional schools as well as by employers. With the demand for scientifically literate college graduates being as strong as ever this indicates that a solid foundation in chemistry and physics is a must to stay on the cutting edge of nearly any science or engineering field.

What We Offer:

Engaging laboratory instruction
Hands on access to state of the art instrumentation
A small-feel department with high access to faculty members
An increasing number of academic support programs, such as: free tutoring and supplemental instruction (SI) linked to certain courses
An increasing number of opportunities to participate in Undergraduate Research
Many sources of financial assistance, including: scholarships, pay for serving as lab assistants, and undergraduate research stipends
Many opportunities for social and service activities, including: Student/Faculty Meet and Greets, the Chemistry Club, the Physics Club, dept outreach activities, judging local science fairs, giving dept tours, etc

Concentrations

Chemistry

We offer a BA Chemistry degree that readily allows for a minor or double major, as well as a BS Chemistry degree which allows one of the following concentrations:

Dual Degree
Bachelor of Science with a major in Chemistry and an Integrated Master of Arts in Teaching

Non-degree
Minor in Chemistry