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Chemistry
Science is the study of natural phenomena. It is the method which is used to answer questions by reasoning and systematic analysis of data. Through the study of the natural and mathematical sciences the student gains a better understanding of the natural world and thus a broader perspective for the integration of faith and learning.
Make sure to check out the Chemistry major information!
Check out chemistry faculty Timothy Richmond’s Blog on his research in Belgium.
Dr. Bruce J. Heyen
Professor of Chemistry
Ph.D., Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
M.S., Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
B.S., Abilene Christian University, Abilene, TX
Dr. Karrie Rathbone
Associate Professor of Biology
Ph.D., Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS
M.S., Emporia State University, Emporia, KS
B.S., Emporia State University, Emporia, KS
Dr. Timothy Richmond
Associate Professor of Chemistry
Ph.D., University of Illinois, Urbana, IL
M.S. University of Illinois, Urbana, IL
B.S. Judson College, Elgin, Illinois
Dr. Max Terman
Emeritus Professor of Biology
Ph.D., Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
M.S., Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
B.A., Spring Arbor College, Spring Arbor, MI
Chemistry Career Opportunities
The chemistry major provides excellent preparation for medical school and other health careers. Over 90% of the medical school applicants have been accepted in recent years. The chemistry major also meets content certification requirements for secondary teaching.
- Industrial Chemist
- Quality Control
- Product Development
- Environment Analysis
- Graduate School Leading to Master’s and
Ph.D. Degree
- Research
- Teaching (College or University)
- Preparation for Health–Related Careers
- Medicine
- Optometry
- Dentistry
“The education that I received while obtaining my Chemistry degree has proven to be worth more to me than I can express in words. Dr. Hiebert and Dr. Heyen were not only great mentors in class, but excellent role models in both the Tabor and Hillsboro communities. They gave me the background that I have come to rely upon in completing my doctorate in pharmacy. I continue to be friends with both of them and they continue to give me advice as I grow as a scientist and clinician.” – Morissa Friesen (g’02), Pharm.D.
