Chemistry
Chemistry Department
Evelyn Spratt, Ph.D., Interim Dean, School of Arts, Sciences and Business
Jocelyn McKeon, Ph.D., Chair
Jason Labonte, Ph. D.
Campuses
Main Campus
Summary
The Program of Study in Chemistry at Notre Dame is designed to give students a broad view and deep understanding of the chemical sciences. Introductory courses offer the student a solid foundation in chemical principles, while laboratory experiences introduce her to the techniques and practices of modern chemistry. Advanced courses focus on important areas and methods of chemistry such as chemical identification and analyses, data reduction and interpretation, experiment design, synthesis, physicochemical measurements, instrumentation, quantum mechanics, computational chemistry, simulation and modeling, technical writing, and the chemical literature.
The Chemistry Department of the School of Arts, Sciences, and Business offers a Major and Minor in Chemistry to traditional undergraduate students. It also offers students preparation for pharmacy, medical, dental, veterinary, and graduate schools, as well as for secondary teaching certification. Chemistry, the study of matter and energy, is a challenging discipline that prepares students for many careers including but not limited to: research, pharmaceutical sciences, biotechnology, medicine, engineering and education. Interdisciplinary opportunities may be created by using the Chemistry degree in the context of other fields (including law, business, technical and science writing, and information science).
Juniors and seniors are encouraged to integrate their course experiences by conducting original research under the supervision of one of the faculty. In addition, students are advised to explore chemical work experience through an internship in a government, industrial or medical laboratory in the area.
Students may be invited to be inducted into the Gamma Theta chapter of the Gamma Sigma Epsilon Chemistry Honor Society, or they may join the Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society. The activities available to students include pursuing internships at institutions in the region, contributing to professional conferences and symposia, attending meetings of the Maryland Section of the American Chemical Society (held on campus and locally), participating in chemistry department seminars and other events, and sponsoring social events. Special opportunities exist for students to work as student lab assistants and in the Department’s preparation and stockrooms. Scholarships and awards include the Sister Denise Dooley Scholarship, Anne Dulea Award, CRC Press Chemistry Achievement student award, and the Maryland Section of the American Chemical Society student award.
Degrees and Certificates
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Chemistry, Major -
Chemistry, Minor