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Undergraduates

 

A degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or environmental chemistry can open some BIG doors. Want to work in agriculture? Biotechnology? Forensic chemistry? Want to make an impact on climate change? These are just a fraction of the industries and opportunities a degree in chemistry can afford you. Sky’s the limit!

 
 
 

Degree Programs

 

B.S. in Chemistry

  • Only undergraduate program in Alaska approved by the American Chemical Society (ACS)
  • ACS approval grants national recognition of a high quality program
  • Undergraduate research opportunities
  • Laboratory-based curriculum
  • Small class sizes
  • Option to concentrate in biochemistry or environmental chemistry

Biochemistry Concentration

  • Explore the relationship between chemistry and biology
  • Engage in a broad range of biomedical research 
  • Help shape how we understand the world we live in
  • Pursue high paying careers in medicine, forensic science, biochemical engineering and much more.

Environmental Chemistry Concentration

  • Explore the relationship between chemistry and our environment (air, water, soils)
  • Understand the hazards and effects chemicals and humans have on the environment
  • Make a difference in climate change
  • Challenging but highly rewarding field

 

Accelerated B.S./M.S. in Chemistry

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We offer an action-packed Accelerated B.S./M.S. Chemistry degree program to help propel you into an amazing career as soon as possible! Don’t underestimate yourself. 

 

 

Academic Advising

Your academic advisor is an incredibly useful resource and will help guide you in your course selection, plans for graduation, academic struggles, questions, and goals. When you first start in the program, your advisor will be the wonderful and amazing Amy Wald. 

After a year or two, you will be assigned a faculty advisor based on your degree focus. For all you chemistry students, it will be the knowledgeable Dr. Howard. If you are concentrating in Biochemistry or Environmental Chemistry, Dr. Green will be your go to.  Explore the tabs to learn more about your advisors!

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  CNSM Undergraduate Advisor
Amy Wald is the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematic's undergraduate advisor. She will help you register for classes and support you through the first several semesters of your undergraduate degree. She is a wonderful resource for registering for classes, degree planning, and understanding academic policies here, at UAF. 

Office: 352 Reichardt/101A Murie
Office Hours: M-F 8am-5pm
Phone: 907-474-5548
Email: alwald@alaska.edu

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  B.S. in Chemistry
Dr. William Howard is the faculty advisor for students pursuing an undergraduate degree in Chemistry. After you have spent a few semesters working with Amy, you will transition over to a faculty advisor so that their guidance can be geared more towards your individual goals and aspirations. 

Office: 190 Reichardt
Phone: 907-474-6019
Fax: 907-474-5640
Email: wahoward@alaska.edu

 

 

  B.S. in Biochemistry or Environmental Chemistry
Dr. Tom Green is the academic advisor for undergrads pursuing a chemistry degree with a concentration in either biochemistry or environmental chemistry. He will be an excellent addition to your academic arsenal once you have transitioned from Amy to a faculty advisor.

Office: 174 Reichardt
Phone: 907-474-1559
Fax: 907-474-5640
Email: tkgreen@alaska.edu

Tom Green Headshot