UM Chemistry

UM Chemistry This is the page for the UM Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry. Such attention is not possible in larger departments. We offer programs leading to the B.S.

Here we will celebrate our success stories and provide a place for students interested in the chemical sciences to discuss openly, as well as participate in fun and exciting events! The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is staffed with 26 outstanding faculty actively involved in research and instruction. A very favorable faculty-to-student ratio encourages close contact between students and

their faculty mentors, and allows the mentors to give personalized attention to the academic and research progress of each of their students. Many of our faculty have won prestigious teaching awards. (Bachelor of Science) degree in chemistry, the B.S. degree in forensic chemistry, the B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) degree in biochemistry, and the B.A. degree in chemistry. The American Chemical Society certifies the B.S. The B.S. degree in forensic chemistry is one of five undergraduate chemistry degree programs in the U.S. that is accredited by the Forensic Science Education Programs Accreditation Commission (FEPAC). The B.A. degree in biochemistry closely follows the curriculum recommended by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Our graduate programs are designed to provide students with a solid theoretical background in chemistry and to introduce students to the joy of participating in a challenging, creative research program. Our faculty view graduate students as developing investigators and partners in their research enterprises and are committed to their success and development as independent scientists. The department provides financial support to help students travel to regional and national meetings. This presents opportunities for students to present papers or posters on their own research results and to network with potential postdoctoral mentors and other employers. The success of this strategy is unquestionable because many of our M.S. and Ph.D. graduates occupy high-profile positions in academia, government, and private industry. SMACS, or the Student Members of the American Chemical Society, is the Ole Miss student chapter of the American Chemical Society. Its mission is to provide a forum in which students interested in the chemical sciences can freely engage with one another and exchange thoughts and interests, to allow those students to have a voice within the national community of chemists, as well as to encourage and assist students who are considering careers and education in the chemical sciences.

Join us for our upcoming Chemistry Summer Program Activities! University of Mississippi College of Liberal Arts
06/22/2026

Join us for our upcoming Chemistry Summer Program Activities!


University of Mississippi College of Liberal Arts

Remember that the Duff Center has extended hours right now to help you study!
06/22/2026

Remember that the Duff Center has extended hours right now to help you study!

Meet the Boyd Summer Research Group! 📖 🔬 Follow along this summer as we highlight different research groups in the Depar...
06/19/2026

Meet the Boyd Summer Research Group! 📖 🔬

Follow along this summer as we highlight different research groups in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry.



University of Mississippi College of Liberal Arts

Everyone join us for Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream! Thursday at 4pm in Coulter Hall Lobby!
06/17/2026

Everyone join us for Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream! Thursday at 4pm in Coulter Hall Lobby!

Join us for our upcoming Chemistry Summer Program Activities! University of Mississippi College of Liberal Arts
06/15/2026

Join us for our upcoming Chemistry Summer Program Activities!


University of Mississippi College of Liberal Arts

06/12/2026
Meet the Fortenberry Summer Research Group! ⭐🌠Follow along this summer as we highlight different research groups in the ...
06/10/2026

Meet the Fortenberry Summer Research Group! ⭐🌠

Follow along this summer as we highlight different research groups in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry.

Join us for REU pickleball Thursday at 4pm at the Turner Center! University of Mississippi College of Liberal Arts
06/09/2026

Join us for REU pickleball Thursday at 4pm at the Turner Center!


University of Mississippi College of Liberal Arts

Join us for our upcoming Chemistry Summer Program Activities! University of Mississippi College of Liberal Arts
06/08/2026

Join us for our upcoming Chemistry Summer Program Activities!
University of Mississippi College of Liberal Arts

Join us for REU movie night tomorrow in Coulter 200 at 7:30pm! We will discuss the alien language that resembles QR code...
06/03/2026

Join us for REU movie night tomorrow in Coulter 200 at 7:30pm! We will discuss the alien language that resembles QR codes and wavefunctions from quantum chemistry!



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