Chemistry is such a broad subject and one so full of detail that it is easy for a newcomer to find it somewhat overwhelming, if not intimidating. The best way around this is to look at Chemistry from a variety of viewpoints: The scope of chemical science Chemistry is too universal and dynamically-changing a subject to be confined to a fixed definition; it might be better to think of chemistry more as a point of view that places its major focus on the structure and properties of substances particular kinds of matter and especially on the changes that they undergo. In some ways, physics might be considered more "fundamental" to the extent that it deals with matter and energy in a more general way, without the emphasis on particular substances. But the distincion can get pretty fuzzy; it is ultimately rather futile to confine any aspect of human endeavour to little boxes. The real importance of Chemistry is that it serves as the interface to practically all of the other sciences, as well as to many other areas of human endeavor. For this reason, Chemistry is often said (at least by chemists!) to be the "central science". Chemistry can be … Continue reading →

Our department offers students a comprehensive undergraduate education in chemistry, the central science. Our programs of study include a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, accredited by the American Chemical Society (ACS), with specialization in either chemistry or biochemistry, and a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in chemistry that can include training in chemistry education for those interested in teaching. In our programs, we encourage students to participate in the wide range of chemistry-related research projects that exist within the department and throughout Creighton. Practicing chemist or biochemist, graduate or professional school, future science teacher: Whatever your career path, Creighton Chemistry faculty and staff will help you succeed. The Department of Chemistry is committed to excellence in its programs. It works to help both its students and faculty discover their talents and abilities to the fullest, instilling critical and creative thinking. The Department specifically is committed to challenging its students to think and act as scientists and responsible citizens, by offering a diverse set of lecture courses and teaching approaches, as well as a significant amount of experience in laboratory work. The Department is also committed to offering its faculty the opportunity to grow as scholars and teachers. By … Continue reading →

Chemistry at the University of West Georgia is distinctive in that the size of our institution is large enough to offer a broad range of degree options and up to date laboratory and research instrumentation, yet still small enough to maintain a highly student-oriented degree program. Students participating in our undergraduate research initiative are provided the opportunity to engage in faculty directed research projects in relevant and mainstream sciences, allowing them the necessary "hands on" experiences needed in today's competitive job market. The department boasts a number of student achievements, including a winner of the highly prestigious Marshall Scholarship, and has produced a number of students who are accepted into the graduate school of their choosing. The department faculty makes every effort to assure the success of our students, with one goal in mind: to provide a high-quality, personal academic environment, that is underlined by an active undergraduate research experience, and measured by the value and success of our student graduates. The mission of the Department of Chemistry is to provide undergraduate chemical education of the highest quality, and to be recognized as a center of excellence. To promote ongoing efforts to accomplish this mission, the tenured or tenure-track faculty … Continue reading →