Discovery begins here! Chemists study the atomic structure of physical matter and interpret how it changes. In our department, students have access to research, competitive internships and career training opportunities that will prepare them for the demands of current and future society. Studying chemistry requires a strong interest in inquiry. Our state-of-the-art instrumentation encourages curiosity while our highly enthusiastic faculty make our classrooms a true gateway to discovery.
Please enjoy these videos of some of the Chemistry department’s wonderful students and faculty sharing their stories!
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Chemistry Degree after College
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Chair Matt Shores
Professor Carlos Olivo
Meet Victoria
Meet Shoshana
Professor Delphine Farmer
Meet McKenzie
Meet Patricia
Meet Alex
Professor Amy Prieto
Meet Will
Meet Cami
Professor Panduka Piyarante
Meet Grace
Meet Katie
Professor Chuck Henry
Professor Tony Rappe
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STUDENT NEWS
Two computer science faculty receive NSF Early Career Awards
Francisco R. Ortega and Vinayak Prabhu have received NSF’s most prestigious early-career award to address multidisciplinary challenges in fundamental areas such as human-to-machine communication and applying critical thinking to real-world systems.
Computer science students awarded at CSU undergraduate research showcase
Winning projects include virtual forest bathing, heat island mapping, and a data visualization tool even your grandma can use.
CSU student helps secure new state law on water quality in mobile home parks
A Colorado State University student has played a key role in securing new regulations to protect water quality in mobile home parks – after learning that elevated levels of lead were found in the water at the mobile home park where they live.
Collaboration and connection: Building a community in physics
Student groups are a popular way to get involved in university life and meet people with shared interests and experiences. Student groups like Women in Physics are great places to build community and collaboration amongst peers.
