Mission Statement

The mission of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is to:

1. educate all students taking a course in this department about the role of chemistry in the world and society
2. provide science majors the course and laboratory work necessary for them to become competent in the application of chemistry to their chosen fields of study
3. prepare chemistry and biochemistry majors to gain entry into graduate or professional school, or to obtain an entry-level position in a chemically-related job
4. stimulate faculty members toward continued intellectual development

Student Outcomes for Assessment

Successful students will be able to (at a level appropriate to the course):

1. recognize the role of chemistry and biochemistry in the world and society
2. understand the major principles of chemistry and biochemistry
3. use the tools of chemistry
4. demonstrate their problem-solving skills
5. understand, evaluate, and use chemical information
6. communicate chemical information in a manner appropriate for the intended audience

McMurry University
Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry
PO Box 158
McMurry Station
Abilene, TX 79697