CSU - Department of Chemistry and Physics

The Department of Chemistry and Physics offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Chemistry and Physics, as well as courses in physical science. We also run several special projects, including MBRS, the Chemistry Van, the Physics Van, and Science Fair Central. Our students have a chemistry club (NOBCChE) and a physics club (Society of Physics Students). We've implemented innovations in teaching and assessment, and we maintain active research programs. Check out some of our photos, and meet our faculty and staff.

In the Department of Chemisry and Physics at CSU we seek to foster students' conceptual understanding of chemistry and physics. Courses are strucutued around inquiry and hand-on learning. Tutoring and support are availble to help students succeed.

Click here for information on our physics CCLI grant work

Scholarship programs are available for motivated students seeking to further their carreers in science. MBRS provides support for undergraduates who plan to pursue graduate degrees. The Noyce Teacher Scholar program provides supports undergraduates and masters/certification students who plan to teach high school science.

Click here for Minority Biomedical Research Support (MBRS)
Click here for information on the NSF Noyce Teacher Scholar Program at CSU

The CSU Science Van programs serve to provide professional development and outreach services for in-service science teachers in the local community. A biology van program is currently under development.

Click here for the physics van

Click here for the chemistry van

For information on the upcoming Illinois State Physics Project meeting Click here

Dr. David Kanis, Department Chair
309 Williams Science Building
Chicago State University
9501 South King Dr.
Chicago, IL 60628-1598
Voice: 773-995-2180
Fax: 773-995-3809