What Is Chemistry?

Chemistry is the subject that allows us to understand the way atoms and molecules behave and how those behaviors lead to everything we know and love. It is the study of matter and all of the changes that matter can undergo. Chemistry allows us to study things as large as the Universe and as small as amino acids. Everything is chemistry. You are chemistry. Chemistry is life, and life is chemistry. [Learn More]

“The synthesis of molecules puts chemistry very close to the arts. We create the objects that we or others then study or appreciate . . .”
—Roald Hoffman

What Can You Do With Chemistry?

A major in chemistry helps to prepare you for medical school, graduate school, and industry. It involves experimental work and training in how to understand and interpret the results of those experiments. Studying chemistry allows us to not only acquire knowledge, but it also helps us develop important problem-solving abilities. In addition, through the study of chemistry at Ohio Wesleyan University, you will be introduced to the chemical literature and will develop important scientific writing techniques. A major in chemistry helps you acquire all of the skills necessary to carry you down any career path you wish to travel. For more information about chemistry at Ohio Wesleyan University, refer to the links on the left side of the page. Enjoy!