Biochemistry B.A.

Biochemistry is the study of chemical reactions and processes at the molecular level that sustain life. This field is both a life science and a chemical science, exploring the chemistry of living organisms and the molecular basis for the processes that occur in living cells. The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry provides classroom and laboratory learning opportunities and research experiences across the discipline to meet the needs of students in pre-professional programs, as well as students who wish to pursue careers or graduate studies in biochemistry and related disciplines.

Students who complete the BA in biochemistry do so because it is a field that complements areas such as law, library science, journalism, public relations, sales, or education. The major also provides a strong foundation for students planning on attending professional schools, such as medical, dental or pharmacy school, while providing curricular flexibility to complete professional school prerequisites. BA students are encouraged to participate in undergraduate research.

Honors Program Requirements: Be a Chemistry or Biochemistry major at the time of application and throughout the program. Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above in their Chemistry and Biochemistry courses (CHEM denomination). Participate in supervised undergraduate research. At the end of every semester, Honors students will submit a form indicating their activity, participation, publications or presentations, and progress. Demonstrate proficiency in scientific communication (oral and/or written). Present their research in the Casmir Ilenda Session of the Department Spring Symposium. For a full list of the requirements visit https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ot0_QfbTi83xiHzZ1w9XI9QKPVE5CGpkeil7VJqr a1M/edit?tab=t.0