Math and science programs at Nazareth College of Rochester, NY - chemistry program, biochemistry, toxicology, pre-medical
- Nazareth Strengths
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Career Options:
- Chemist
- Environmental scientist
- Quality control
- Research analyst
- Pharmacist
- Forensics
- Materials science
- Patent law
- Polymers
- Chemical sales
Undergraduate Research Topics:
- HIV drug therapy
- Biodiesel fuel
- Computational chemistry
- Catalysis
- Pedagogical research
- Ion mobility mass spectroscopy
Graduate Schools:
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- Bausch & Lomb
- IBM
- University of Southern California
- Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
- University of Georgia
- Notre Dame University
- Cornell University
Alumni Spotlight
Shannon Bice Olson '99
Project leader at Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology, Jena, Germany
“It was amazing to see that something I made from synthetic chemicals could have such a profound effect on a living organism. From then on, I was just fascinated.” See More
Why Choose Nazareth for Chemistry?
Developing new medicines, solving forensic riddles, creating green technologies. The chemistry program at Nazareth College of Rochester prepares students for numerous career opportunities, not only as research scientists and science teachers, but as problem solvers in a variety of fields.
Our students not only learn science, they learn how to be independent scientists. Research opportunities are offered as early as freshman year with a strong emphasis on modern lab techniques and problem solving. Students are also taught how to read and write like a scientist, so they can fully understand and utilize scientific journals and other key research. Close working relationships with the dynamic faculty makes work both challenging and fun.
Innovation is at the heart of our teaching. Students have made biodiesel fuel from French fry oil, studied the chemical properties of winemaking, and examined molecular design from the perspectives of biology, chemistry, and medicine. Under the guidance of faculty, students have the opportunity to do independent, inquiry-based research on their topic of interest.
Program Highlights
- Prepares students for graduate study, careers in industry and research, science education and professional programs in medicine, pharmacy, and dentistry.
- Approved by the American Chemical Society.
- Students enjoy individualized attention from faculty. Professors closely supervise and guide students in the development and implementation of their research projects.
- Extensive training in modern lab techniques as well as experience managing projects.
- Reading and writing are central to the chemistry major. Students learn how to communicate like a scientist.
- Participation in community service at Rochester Museum and Science Center and Lab Day, where they mentor young students in chemistry.
- The program is located in Peckham Hall, which houses Nazareth’s brand new $32 million Integrated Center for Math and Science.
Program Director
Richard Hartmann, Ph.D.
Associate Professor/Department Chair
rhartma0@naz.edu
585-389-2585
Peckham 235
Typical Class Schedule
Freshman Year
- Perspectives I Credits: 6
As well as:
- CHM.Q 140 - Molecules, Matter and Mayhem Communication (3)
- CHM.Q 140L - Molecules, Matter and Mayhem Lab (1)
- CHM 175 - Seminar I: Introduction to Science Communication (1)
- CHM 225 - Analytical Chemistry (3)
- CHM 226L - Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (1)
- ENGW 101 - College Writing I: Exposition (3)
- ENGW 102 - College Writing II: Argument & Research (3)
- MTH.Q 113 - Calculus I (4)
- MTH 114 - PII Calculus II (4)
Sophomore Year
- Perspectives I Credits: 6
As well as:
- CHM 245 - Inorganic Chemistry (3)
- CHM 246L - Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory (1)
- CHM 250 - Chemistry Seminar I: The Peer-Reviewed Journal Article (1)
- CHM 251 - Organic Chemistry I (3)
- CHM 252 - Organic Chemistry II (3)
- CHM 253L - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (1)
- CHM 254L - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II (1)
- MTH 213 - PII Calculus III (4)
- PHY 203L - PI General Physics Laboratory I (1)
- PHY 204L - PII General Physics Lab II (1)
- PHY 251 - PI Fundamentals of Physics I (3)
- PHY 252 - PII Fundamentals of Physics II (3)
Junior Year
- Perspectives I Credits: 9
- Perspectives II Credits: 6
- Liberal Arts Credits: 3
As well as:
- CHM 300 - Independent Research (1)
- CHM 350 - Chemistry Seminar II: The Research Proposal (1)
- CHM 362 - Advanced Physical Chemistry (3)
- CHM 364L - Advanced Physical Chemistry Laboratory (1)
Senior Year
- Elective Credits: 9
- Liberal Arts Elective Credits: 9
As well as:
- CHM 421 - Biochemistry I (4)
- CHM 421L - Biochemistry Laboratory I (0)
- CHM 499 - Chemistry Comprehensive (0)
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