Programs in Chemistry & Forensic Science
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Top 5 things you need to know about our chemistry & forensic science programs
- Undergraduates Operate Technology Firsthand: Waynesburg University sets itself apart with $1M in new, cutting-edge chemistry and forensic science equipment routinely used in professional labs, providing students with unmatched hands-on learning rarely found at similar institutions.
- Research Opportunities: Students actively conduct and present research at national conferences, gaining real-world experience and a competitive edge in the field.
- ACS Approved Since 1970: Waynesburg’s long-standing approval by the American Chemical Society distinguishes it from many peer institutions, offering a mark of excellence that enhances resumes and graduate school applications.
- Award-Winning Student Chapter: The WU ACS Student Chapter has earned "Outstanding Chapter" recognition 17 out of the past 19 years, hosting more than 100 events annually and providing valuable networking and career opportunities.
- Exceptional Co-Curricular Experiences: The program blends rigorous academics with hands-on learning and extracurricular involvement, preparing students for successful careers and advanced study while building community and developing friendships that’ll last a lifetime.
Students in the Department of Chemistry & Forensic Science have the opportunity to utilize top-of-the-line equipment found in top industrial research labs, including:
-Shimadzu LC-40 HPLC with Single Quad LCMS-2020, a liquid chromatography mass spectrometer (LCMS)
-Shimadzu GCMS-QP2020 NX, a gas chromatography mass spectrometer (GCMS)
-JEOL JNM-ECSZ ZETA 400 MHz NMR, a nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectrometer
