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CHEMISTRYUSI.edu/chemistry
A foundation FOR SUCCESSThe Chemistry Department at the University of SouthernIndiana prepares you to succeed in a variety of career paths.Chemistry and biochemistry programs are approved throughthe American Chemical Society. You’ll learn to combineconcepts revealed in the classroom with experimentsperformed in the laboratory, and discoveries made duringexciting, independent research projects. Our small studentto-faculty ratio, professor-taught classes and diverse campusactivities provide a stimulating learning environment.Chemistry and biochemistry majors gain hands-onexperience utilizing state-of-the-art equipment bycollaborating with faculty on research projects and serviceactivities. Professional development is supported throughoutthe program. You are encouraged to network early and often,to attend local, regional and national chemistry meetingsand to present your work.Upon graduation, you’ll leaveUSI well prepared for whatcomes next, whether it’s acareer in industry, a slot ingraduate or professionalschool or a secondaryteaching position.Committed to EducationThe USI Chemistry Department is dedicated to teachingundergraduate students. Small classes allow faculty toprovide important feedback and individualized support.Department faculty, as opposed to teaching assistants, teachall classes and laboratories. Enrollment is limited to 12-24students for each laboratory section. This is essential sincewe deploy modern instrumentation in all our laboratoryenvironments.Faculty encourage you to seek their assistance and provideopen-door access outside of regularly scheduled classes.They also serve as academic advisors to all chemistry andbiochemistry majors beginning with the selection of yoursophomore coursework.USI.edu/chemistry
Undergraduate ResearchOur faculty are teacher scholars who actively conduct researchin their chosen field. As an undergraduate student, you can startyour research journey as early as freshman year. Chemistry andbiochemistry majors are required to complete a minimum of twoterms of supervised research working with one or more facultymembers. This refines your laboratory skills, fosters independentthinking and provides practical exposure to a chemistry subfield.Through research, you will produce original work which is oftenpresented or published. You will have the opportunity to attenda variety of regional and national conferences and contribute asco-authors to peer-reviewed publications such as TetrahedronLetters, Organometallics, ACS Environmental Technology andEngineering, and Proceedings of the Indiana Academy of Sciences.Grants are available to fund your research through multiplesources. The Victor A. and Elizabeth A. Barnett Research Awardis given annually on a competitive basis to Pott College students.The Endeavor! Award is also available to support the creative andresearch efforts of USI undergraduates. Both grants can be usedto fund research or to travel to scientific meetings.Equipment and FacilitiesThe Chemistry Department is well equipped with moderninstrumentation used in classes and research experiences.Recent major equipment acquired includes: Gas Chromatograph/Mass Spectrometer 400 MHz Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectrometer Microwave Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometer Bruker Diamond ATR Infra-Red SpectrometerACS Student ClubAs a chemistry or biochemistry major, you can participate inan active and award winning American Chemical Society (ACS)student club. ACS promotes chemistry to the University campusand the surrounding community. USI’s chapter hosts webinars orguest lecturers throughout the school year and supports multipledepartment service activities including, but not limited to,chemistry merit badges, science fair judging, demonstrations andlessons for local children. The organization enables our studentsto meet other scientists and aspiring chemists in our communityand nationwide. Chapter members often attend the national ACSconference where their activities receive significant recognition.
ChemistryWhat you can doDegrees Offered Chemistry (ACS approved) Chemistry (non-ACS) Science Teaching (Chemistry)A chemistry degree prepares majors for a wide variety ofcareers including: Research scientistPhysicianPharmacistForensic scientistChemistry teacher (secondary)Polymer chemistQuality control analystMedicinal chemistChemical technicianChemist and material scientistEnvironmental scientist and specialistFlavor chemistWhat’s Next?Graduate and Professional SchoolGraduate and professional schools that recent USIchemistry graduates have gone on to attend: Indiana UniversityPurdue UniversitySouthern Illinois UniversityTexas A & MUniversity of IllinoisUniversity of Southern MississippiVirginia Tech Indiana University School of MedicineUSI.edu/chemistry
IndustryRecent USI chemistry graduates have found employmentwith companies such as: AstraZenecaSABIC Innovative PlasticsRed Spot Paint and VarnishMead JohnsonAlcoa-Warrick OperationsArgonne National LaboratoryBoeingBristol-Myers SquibbCrane Naval Surface Warfare CenterDES PlasticsDOW AgroSciences LLCenGene, Inc.EnviroplasKB AlloysMallinckrodt Chemical CompanyMonsantoSolvayAs a chemistry major and pre-medstudent I felt very prepared for theMedical College Admission Test andmy course load once I entered medicalschool. I had great professors andadvisers who were always there toanswer questions and provide support.I am so glad I chose to study chemistry atthe University of Southern Indiana.—Lexi Will ’18
BiochemistryWhat you can doDegrees Offered Biochemistry (ACS approved) Biochemistry (non-ACS)Biochemistry is the study of the structure, composition andchemical reactions of substances in living systems. Biochemistryemerged as a separate discipline when scientists combined biologywith organic, inorganic and physical chemistry and began to studyhow living things obtain energy from food, the chemical basisof heredity, the fundamental changes that occur in disease andrelated issues.A biochemistry degree is good preparation for a wide variety ofdifferent careers including: Research scientist (Life scientist)BiochemistPhysicianPharmaceutical scientistClinical biochemistQuality control analystBiotechnologistToxicologistWhat’s Next:Graduate and Professional SchoolGraduate and professional schools that recent USIbiochemistry graduates have gone on to attend: Kansas City College of Osteopathic MedicineLake Erie College of Osteopathic MedicineMarian University School of Osteopathic MedicineUniversity of California- Los AngelesUniversity of Kentucky College of MedicineUniversity of PennsylvaniaUniversity of Southern MississippiUniversity of TennesseePalmer College of ChiropracticPurdue University School of PharmacySouthern Illinois University School of MedicineIndiana University School of Dentistry
IndustryRecent USI biochemistry graduates have foundemployment with companies such as: AstraZenecaCook PharmaEli Lilly and CompanyMead JohnsonNestle PurinaPharmacia & Upjohn Co.Valero Renewable FuelsBeing a USI biochemistry major made myfirst two years at IUSM relatively easy:biochemistry concepts came natural to me,quantitative analysis concepts helped mevisualize the physiology problems differentlyand the rigor required for organic chemistryprepared me for the rigor required forthe medical courses. Reflecting back, thecritical thinking skills I learned under thepreceptorship of various USI professorsduring the chemistry seminars translatedinto the clinical reasoning skills for clinicalproblems during my clinical years.I learned how to think!—Nehal Ninad ’16USI.edu/chemistryUSIChemistry@Usi Chemistry@usi chemistry
Contact InformationUndergraduate Admissions812-464-1765 or t Financial Chemistry812-464-1701USI.edu/science/chemistryThe University of Southern Indiana is committed to principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action.C19-126881
USIChemistry @Usi_Chemistry @usi_chemistry USI.edu/chemistry Being a USI biochemistry major made my first two years at IUSM relatively easy: biochemistry concepts came natural to me, quantitative analysis concepts helped me visualize the physiology problems differently and
