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Department of Chemistry Student Engagement


Current Opportunities for Chemistry Students

Become a Chemistry Tutor

Peer tutors have experience in multiple chemistry courses, and have a passion for helping others learn chemistry. Tutors are selected by the department. Need a tutor?

Chemistry Tutor Application


Become a Lead TA

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Lead TA Application


Become a Support TA

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Support TA Application

Become a Chemistry Ambassador

WKU Chemistry Ambassadors serve as public relations and promotional representatives for the department and assist in a variety of ways, including recruitment and retention events. Ambassadors have opportunities to interact with prospective students and parents, local employers, faculty, staff, and fellow students in their work helping visitors appreciate that WKU is an exceptional university. Ambassadors are expected to represent the Department, College, and University in a positive, professional, and responsible manner at all times.

Benefits of being a WKU Chemistry Ambassador

  • WKU Chemistry Ambassadors receive a $500 scholarship and a stylish WKU Chemistry Shirt
  • Frequent opportunities for personal and professional development
  • Leadership and service experiences to build your career resume
  • Gratitude of your Department, College, and University

Roles of a WKU Chemistry Ambassador

  • Represent the Department and/or the College at recruitment events such as the Major/Minor Fair, Head for the Hill, and the annual Ogden College Preview Day
  • Assist with Department-specific aspects of Topper Orientation Program (TOP.) for incoming freshmen and MASTER Plan
  • Serve as hosts for visitors to the Chemistry Department
  • Conduct tours of Chemistry Department facilities in Ogden College Hall, Snell Hall, Kelly Thompson Hall
  • Assist with other Chemistry Department programs and events such as visits by local school students for hands-on activities
  • Serve as student members on or consultants to Chemistry Department committees

 Requirements of a WKU Chemistry Ambassador

  • Full time undergraduate student with minimum GPA of 2.75
  • Declared Chemistry or Biochemistry major
  • Have completed at least CHEM 120/121 and 222/223 and have sophomore standing by Fall of the year you are applying
  • Attend all Chemistry Ambassador meetings and training sessions (three per semester)
  • Participate in at least 30 hours of Ambassador duties during the semester
  • Always present yourself in a professional manner, including excellent oral communication with diverse groups of visitors

 How to Apply to Be an Ambassador

  • Verify that you meet the requirements above
  • Complete the Ambassador Application and submit it by the deadline listed on the Application 

Email carnetta.skipworth@wku.edu if you would like to learn more about becoming a WKU Chemistry Ambassador.

Ambassador Application

 

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Student Resources (Prospective/Current)

The WKU Department of Chemistry offers Bachelor's (BS) and Master's (MS) degrees in Chemistry and helps support the Biochemistry program as well. Whether you are interested in a career in the chemical industry, academia, government laboratory work, medical or pharmacy school, secondary school education, or any other related field, we can help you choose the best program to suit your needs. 

Chemistry Tutor Center

Undergraduate Prospective/Current Student Resources

Find information on our degree programs and the exciting research opportunities in our department through our website, or find out more about WKU with the following resources.

Find out more about our degree programs, or browse our faculty and staff listings for more information about potential research mentors. For current students, most information is now on the Graduate Blackboard Page.

 

Additional Resources

Seminar Schedule (Fall 2024)

8/23

All full-time graduate students meet to discuss schedules (no seminar)

Course schedules, CHEM 588 and 598 schedule, and other grad program business

8/30

Alicia Pesterfield
Western Kentucky University

RA training (Zoom link TBA)

(all TAs, faculty and staff supervising academic labs)

9/6

Alicia Pesterfield
Western Kentucky University

TA training (Zoom link TBA)
(all TAs, faculty and staff supervising academic labs)

9/13

Eric Conte
Western Kentucky University

TBD

9/20

John Anthony
University of Kentucky

Classic organic synthesis for modern technology - from LEDs to quantum computing

9/27

Robert Grossman
University of Kentucky

1,2-Diamination of alkenes via 1,3-dipolar cycloadditions with N–N–N dipoles

10/4

James Ashenhurst

www.masterorganicchemistry.com

TBD

10/11

Kevin Basemann
University of Louisville

TBD

10/18

No seminar

No seminar

10/25

Alexandru B. Georgescu
Indiana University, Bloomington

 

11/1

No seminar (KAS meeting)

No seminar (KAS meeting)

11/8

Lisa Szczepura
Illinois State University

TBD

11/15

Ganiyu Ademola
Loveth Marcel

Graduate student literature presentations

11/22

Md Towhidul Islam Tareqe

Graduate student research presentation

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