Chemistry is the study of matter, what it is made of, how it changes, and how it can be turned into new substances.The Learning Enhancement Center and general and organic chemistry help rooms are excellent academic resources available to Chemistry students. The Department additionally offers many other opportunities for students to connect with others in the chemistry community. Participate in an undergraduate research experience under the guidance of an advisor, join the U's American Chemical Society Student Chapter, or participate in a study abroad program. <br><br>As a graduate of the U's chemistry program, a number of job opportunities are available to you. You could become a chemist in private industry, government, or education, pursue professional training in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy or other health-related fields, or work in areas such as environmental science and engineering, forensics, business, and law. Some alumni have been employed as educators, software developers, and chemical engineers. Careers in higher education, as professors, researchers, and administrators, are also possible with additional schooling.