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Explore the Chemistry Department’s facilities, where modern laboratories and classrooms support hands-on learning and discovery. Small lab sections and advanced, industry-standard instrumentation give students direct experience with the tools used in contemporary chemical research. Dedicated computing resources and access to leading scientific journals further enrich an environment designed to prepare students for careers, graduate study, and research in the chemical sciences.

The Dr. Bruce and Doris Lister Endowed Fellowship supports undergraduate chemistry, biochemistry, and forensic science students conducting full-time summer research with faculty mentors. Selected fellows spend 10 weeks on an original research project and receive a stipend and subsidized campus housing. The program recognizes academic excellence and research potential while preparing students for graduate study and careers in scientific research through hands-on experience and public presentation of their work.

Meet recent student researchers in the Chemistry Department who have focused on topics such as chemical upcycling, acid-catalyzed enolization, and DNA extractions.

Chemistry students can get involved through active organizations that blend professional development, community outreach, and social connection. Student Members of the American Chemical Society (SMACS) connects undergraduates to the broader chemical sciences community through guest speakers, career resources, and hands-on outreach activities. Together with other student groups, these organizations help students explore career paths, build networks, and apply their passion for chemistry beyond the classroom.