 Broadly speaking, chemistry is the scientific investigation of the composition of matter and its transformations. Chemistry is at the heart of modern scientific and technical inquiry—from the composition of distant stars, to geochemical transformations taking place deep within our own planet, to modern pharmaceuticals and high-performance materials, to the remarkable complexity within our own bodies. Indeed, chemistry is often dubbed the "central science," as knowledge of modern chemistry is key to advances in fields as diverse as geology, neuroscience, molecular biology, and materials science. Students who major
in chemistry at Skidmore College will graduate
with a strong foundation in the chemical sciences, with hands-on
experience using modern instrumentation such as nuclear magnetic
resonance (NMR) and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC),
and with experience in conducting capstone
research in a one-on-one collaboration with a member of the
chemistry faculty. Students also have the opportunity to participate
in internships in areas such as chemical education, pharmaceuticals,
and forensic science to further refine their skills. Click here to take the General Chemistry Diagnostic Exam
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