hemistry examines, describes, and explores the composition, structure, and properties of substances and the changes they undergo. This curriculum provides a firm foundation in the principles of chemistry as well as sufficient experience to prepare the student for basic research, secondary school teaching, the pursuit of a career in medicine, or graduate study in the field. The chemistry program offers modern laboratories, state of the art instrumentation, and advanced computer facilities. Students have the opportunity to take courses with faculty with training and research interests in all the major areas of the discipline.