Hello! My name is Heather Allaman, and I graduated from WU in 2021 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Chemistry. I then attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison and graduated in 2023 with a Master’s of Science in Chemistry. My research focused on protein folding and aggregation. During grad school, I had the opportunity to present my research at both national and international conferences as well as contribute to a few publications. Currently, I am a data reviewer at Thermo Fisher Scientific in the clinical research group, where I work on clinical tests for pharmaceuticals that are either in development or currently on the market.
I am very grateful for the care and concern that each of the chemistry professors invested in their courses and students. I am certain I would not be the scientist I am today without them."
The laboratory courses at WU did an excellent job of preparing me for my time in graduate school and as a scientist. The small class sizes allowed me to have hands-on experience with a variety of spectrometers — an opportunity not often given at larger schools. I also gained a solid foundation in the basics, which has been incredibly valuable post-undergrad (you'd be surprised how many people don't know how to document experiments properly!).
Of course, the labs would be nothing without the amazing chemistry professors at WU. Each one of them created an environment where the course material was engaging and easy to understand. They were always willing to answer any question and provide words of encouragement on particularly discouraging days. I am very grateful for the care and concern that each of the chemistry professors invested in their courses and students. I am certain I would not be the scientist I am today without them.
Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science
Students within Waynesburg U.'s Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science actively conduct and present research at national conferences, gaining real-world experience and a competitive edge in the field.
