Chemistry and Biochemistry (CMB)

556 William R. Murchie Science Building
(810) 766-6733
https://www.umflint.edu/cas/programs/chemistry-biochemistry

Natural Sciences Department Chair: Matthew Fhaner
Chemistry and Biochemistry Professional Advisor: Aaron Bagwell
Laboratory Classroom Services Supervisor: Monique Wilhelm
Laboratory Classroom Services Coordinator: Breann Hewitt

Administrative Support Staff
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Communication & Academic Support: Carly Byrne
Personnel & Course Scheduling: Patricia Slackta
Budget & Finances: Lesa Callcut

Faculty
Professor Jie Song; Associate Professors Matthew Fhaner, Jessica Kelts, Nicholas Kingsley, Jessica Tischler; Assistant Professors Justin Massing; Lecturers Douglas Herzog, Darya Howell, Marina Ionina-Prasov, Tayseer Morcos, Zahra Nossoni, Steven Toth
Professors Emeriti Virgil W. Cope, Robert M. Kren, Robert W. Stach

Chemistry is unique among the natural sciences because it has its own special viewpoint for examining matter and the changes that matter undergoes. The study of chemistry or biochemistry can prepare you for a career in chemistry or biochemistry or for further work in chemistry-related areas, such as materials science, one of the biomedical sciences, bioengineering, chemical engineering, food science, pharmacology, toxicology, oceanography or marine science. You may also use an education in chemistry or biochemistry to pursue admission to law, medical, dental, osteopathic or veterinary school or professional studies in other health-related areas. If you have a specific career goal, you should consult a Chemistry and Biochemistry advisor.

The American Chemical Society through its Committee on Professional Training has certified three of our programs or options: B.S. Chemistry, B.S Green Chemistry, and B.S. Biochemistry, general concentration. The address for the American Chemical Society is 1155 Sixteenth Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20036; phone (202) 872-4589.

The programs in Chemistry and Biochemistry adhere to the use of letter grades and their descriptions as set forth in the College of Arts and Sciences section of the Catalog. It should, however, be understood that the programs attach the following advisory meanings to grades: “A,” approved without reservation for further work in the subject; “B,” approved for further work; “C” or “P,” capable of further work; “D,” unready for further work; “E” or “N,” not accepted for further work.

Program Missions

Chemistry Discipline Vision
Provide students with an engaging curriculum and student-centered, faculty-guided mentor-ship through the transforming power of chemistry.

Green Chemistry Mission
The Green Chemistry program educates chemists to be ambassadors for the safer and sustainable design of chemicals and processes. Graduates will use interdisciplinary skills to responsibly shape the environmental, social, and economic impacts of chemistry.

Chemistry BA Program Mission
The chemistry BA program provides a customizable curriculum with chemistry fundamentals at its core. Students will gain broad experience in the classroom and laboratory with the aim of preparing them for a variety of science professions.

Chemistry BS Program Mission
The chemistry BS program provides a curriculum inspired by the traditional coursework of the chemistry, math, and physics, guided by the American Chemical Society. Students will be given in-depth knowledge with versatility to tailor their degree to creatively address the fundamental challenges of professional chemists now and in the future.

Biochemistry BS Program Mission
The biochemistry BS program provides a foundation in the traditional areas of chemistry with emphasis on the chemistry of living systems. Students will be immersed in project-based laboratory courses focused on advanced and modern biochemical methodologies to prepare them for their individual career path.

Assessment
The programs participate in the University-wide effort to assess its academic programs. Information on assessment plans, including goals, methods and outcomes is available at www.umflint.edu/assessment.

Programs

Baccalaureate

Minor

Chemistry Minor