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Chemistry and Biochemistry (CHEM)

Kelley, Randazzo, Van Duzor (chair)

The mission of the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department is to prepare students for lives of service to God and significance in the world through the knowledge and skilled practice of chemistry. Our students will develop an appreciation for the role chemistry plays in the world and will be prepared for careers as responsible citizens in chemical industry, health sciences, education, or governmental services either immediately upon graduation at North Park University or after further study in graduate or professional school programs.

Core Values of the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department at North Park University:

  • Our students are knowledgeable: Each chemistry or biochemistry major will master fundamental chemistry concepts in the areas of general chemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, physical chemistry and biochemistry.
  • Our students are skilled: Each chemistry or biochemistry major will master fundamental laboratory skills, including observation, analysis, and manipulation of chemical reactions and processes in the general chemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, physical chemistry and biochemistry settings.
  • Our students are citizens: Each chemistry or biochemistry major understands the critical role chemistry plays by: serving to protect the world’s environment, improving the quality of human health, and furthering technological advances by discovering new uses for chemicals and their reactions.
  • Our students are responsible chemists: Each chemistry or biochemistry major understands the importance of participating in the greater scientific community of chemists and contributing to this community through teaching, conferences, research, and publication.

In order to declare a major in Chemistry or Biochemistry, a minimum GPA of 2.0 is required in the first 12 sh of CHEM courses taken at NPU, 4 sh of which must be CHEM 2310 or above. If a student does not meet this requirement, s/he must repeat one or more of those first 12 sh courses to achieve the 2.0 before s/he can register for any other CHEM course.