Why Minor In Chemistry?

Chemistry is the central science and an important component of a liberal arts education. The program emphasizes a molecular view of matter and reactions, a view that combines the intrigue of theories and the power of practical applications. Our own bodies, the clothes we wear, the medicines we take, the food we eat, and the fuel we pump into our vehicles are all various combinations of incredibly tiny particles called molecules, which are themselves composed of atoms. The knowledge of substances and chemical reactions is essential to the practice of the other physical and health sciences.

The chemistry program prepares students for graduate study in chemistry and for acceptance into graduate program at medical, veterinary, pharmacy, physical therapy, or law schools. Whether majoring or minoring in chemistry, students of the program are prepared for a variety of career paths.