MODERN COURSES, SUPPORTIVE FACULTY
From cell culture to quantitative analysis, the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry faculty instill career-ready skills with state-of-the-art instrumentation. Our majors find employment in genetic testing, chemistry analysis, medical research, technical services, microbiology, chemical engineering, and many other scientific fields. The success of our students is a tribute to the effectiveness of our program. About 35 percent of our graduates go on to earn advanced degrees.
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
You will be prepared for advanced studies and exciting careers, studying in our top-notch facilities. UW-Stevens Point readies more students for graduate work than nearly any other UW System institution. Our advisers will assist as you plan your preferred course of study in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
IN THE NEWS
- 2025 University Teaching Award presented to Nate Bowling, chemistry
- Chemistry Biology Building dedication for alumni donors
- Collaboration creates undergraduate PFAS research experience
- 2024 University Scholar Award presented to Joe Mondloch, chemistry
- UW-Stevens Point ranks among the best public universities in the Midwest
- University Service Award 2024 – Assistant Dean of SBCB, Professor Paul Whitaker
- UWSP Biochemistry alum showcases major in ‘The College Tour’ on Amazon Prime Video
- Chemistry professor guides students in molecular research
- Faculty awarded UW Innovation Grant for research on improving Wisconsin soils
- UW-Stevens Point student awarded twice for undergraduate research pitch
- Excellence in Teaching Award – Amanda Jonsson
MEET CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT FACULTY
UWSP faculty are committed to providing professional-level experiences in our labs. Students are provided sound methods in the lab, using powerful instrumentation. Our faculty offices are located in the Haeni Chemistry Biology Building.
Dave Snyder
- Associate Professor
- Chair, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
