Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
MODERN COURSES, SUPPORTIVE FACULTY
From cell culture to quantitative analysis, the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry faculty instill career-ready skills with state-of-the-art instrumentation. Our majors find employment in genetic testing, chemistry analysis, medical research, technical services, microbiology, chemical engineering, and many other scientific fields. The success of our students is a tribute to the effectiveness of our program. About 35 percent of our graduates go on to earn advanced degrees.
Career-Ready Experiences
We deliver in-demand skills that match industry needs. Our students leave prepared to secure high impact jobs in STEM.
Our Programs
Study in a supportive learning environment. Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry courses, including laboratories, are taught by 16 Ph.D.-trained chemists who excel as instructors and mentors.
Undergraduate Research Symposium
Our student research includes projects in the humanities, natural sciences, math, computing, and the social and behavioral sciences. Students showcase their research through poster and oral presentations during the annual event as a culmination of their research experience.
Our Facilities
The $75 million Chemistry Biology Building is home to all chemistry majors. The department houses approximately $2 million of state-of-the-art instrumentation, giving students access to equipment used in diagnostic labs, hospitals, graduate programs and environmental analysis labs throughout the country.
Department Scholarships
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry administers 14 awards to recognize outstanding student performance in the chemistry curriculum. Awards are presented annually in the later portion of the spring semester.
In the News
Student-Centered Research and Resources
Our faculty are dedicated to high quality undergraduate research. Get an edge by getting involved in student organizations and getting connected in your field!
Make Discoveries
UWSP students get early opportunities in research projects, guided by a faculty mentors. The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry faculty regularly collaborate with students and publish research in academic journals. Undergraduates are encouraged to get involved, develop new knowledge, and to grow their skills as scientists.
Join Student Clubs
Join the Biochemistry Club or connect with the Chemistry Club. Student organizations on campus provide opportunities to explore careers, meet fellow students, professors, and professional organizations.
Apply Your Knowledge
Our faculty plays a central role in helping majors find satisfying, appropriate internship employment through personal referrals and shared openings. Let us help you apply for Summer REU at dozens of top-notch programs to hone your skills.
Meet Chemistry and Biochemistry Department Faculty!
UWSP faculty are committed to providing professional-level experiences in our labs. Students are provided sound methods in the lab, using powerful instrumentation. Our faculty offices are located in the Chemistry Biology Building.
Nate Bowling
College of Letters and Science, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, School of Biology, Chemistry and Biochemistry
Kathryn McGarry
College of Letters and Science, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, School of Biology, Chemistry and Biochemistry
715-346-2888
Shannon Riha
College of Letters and Science, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, School of Biology, Chemistry and Biochemistry
Dave Snyder
- Associate Professor
- Chair, Department of Chemistry
College of Letters and Science, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, School of Biology, Chemistry and Biochemistry
715-346-4253