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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 a research seminar by Prof. Daniel B. Straus (Tulane University) on Thursday the 15th at 4:00pm in Coulter 2...
10/12/2026

Join us for a research seminar by Prof. Daniel B. Straus (Tulane University) on Thursday the 15th at 4:00pm in Coulter 211!

Join us for a research seminar by graduate student Sayed A Mobarak (Sharp Lab) Tuesday, October 13th at 4:00pm in Coulte...
10/09/2026

Join us for a research seminar by graduate student Sayed A Mobarak (Sharp Lab) Tuesday, October 13th at 4:00pm in Coulter 211!

Congratulations Professor Abby Boyd for Being Awarded the 2026 ACS-CES Award for Incorporating Sustainability into Chem...
10/02/2026

Congratulations Professor Abby Boyd for Being Awarded the 2026 ACS-CES Award for Incorporating Sustainability into Chemistry Education from the American Chemical Society’s Committee for Environment and Sustainability (CES).!

Our first SMACS meeting of the semester is next Wednesday! We will hear from Dr. Jurss about his research and do some fu...
09/28/2026

Our first SMACS meeting of the semester is next Wednesday! We will hear from Dr. Jurss about his research and do some fun chemistry demos! We will also have dinner! Can’t wait to see everyone there!

Join us for a research seminar by graduate student Trey Arnett (Hammer Lab) Tuesday, September 29th at 4:00pm in Coulter...
09/28/2026

Join us for a research seminar by graduate student Trey Arnett (Hammer Lab) Tuesday, September 29th at 4:00pm in Coulter 211!

Congratulations to our SMACS chapter for receiving an award from the ACS!!
09/28/2026

Congratulations to our SMACS chapter for receiving an award from the ACS!!

Verify, manage, and share ACS digital badges and certificates. Showcase your chemistry credentials on LinkedIn, your resume, and professional profiles.

Chemistry professor Jason Ritchie named fellow of the American Chemical Society!
09/25/2026

Chemistry professor Jason Ritchie named fellow of the American Chemical Society!

OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi chemistry professor Jason Ritchie has been named a fellow of the American Chemical Society. He is the first Ole Miss faculty member to receive the honor.

Join us for a research seminar by Prof. Nagarjuna Gavvalapalli (Georgetown University) on Thursday the 24th at 4:00pm in...
09/22/2026

Join us for a research seminar by Prof. Nagarjuna Gavvalapalli (Georgetown University) on Thursday the 24th at 4:00pm in Coulter 211!

Join us for a research seminar by Dr. Beckie Symula (Ole Miss Biology) today at 4:00pm in Coulter 211!
09/17/2026

Join us for a research seminar by Dr. Beckie Symula (Ole Miss Biology) today at 4:00pm in Coulter 211!

Join us for a research seminar by graduate student Nolan White (Fortenberry Lab) today at 4:00pm in Coulter 211!
09/15/2026

Join us for a research seminar by graduate student Nolan White (Fortenberry Lab) today at 4:00pm in Coulter 211!

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