Chemistry is often referred to as the central science, because chemical concepts are used throughout the other sciences.  Therefore, in addition to being a major in its own right, the study of chemistry is a part of many curricula.  The Chemistry Department focuses its introductory chemistry course as an element in a liberal education, a service to other departments, and the beginning of a comprehensive study of chemistry. The department offers B.A. and B.S. majors as well as a minor which can lead to a variety of future occupations.   Students with a major in chemistry have gone on to traditional pursuits such as graduate school in chemistry or biochemistry, pharmacy, medical school and law school (patent law and corporate law), as well as becoming laboratory technicians and salespersons for chemical and related industries.

Majors