Undergraduate Opportunities

Congratulations to the seniors in our Undergraduate Program! Here is what's next for some in the Class of 2022:

Makayla
Major: ACS Chemistry
After Purdue: Ph.D. Northwestern University
"Purdue has amazing academic and career resources available to students, and if you have the opportunity, you should take advantage of them. I did research with the Bart group: completed an internship at the Wonderlab Museum of Science, Health, and Technology in Bloomington, Indiana: and I had two internships at the Idaho National Lab, researching radiation chemistry and mass spectrometry for nuclear fuels reprocessing systems."

Stella
Major: Chemistry
Minor: Environmental Policy and Politics
After Purdue: Graduate School or Law School
"I care about combating the effects of climate change by holding industries accountable for their contributions. I worked in Dr. Linda Lee’s Environmental Fate Laboratory where we studied the effects of emerging chemicals of concern around the world. Last summer I was a physical science intern for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, helping construct Region 7’s landfill inspection list for 2022."

Amy
Major: ACS Chemistry
After Purdue:  Manufacturing Scientist - Eli Lilly, Indianapolis
"I really care about the friendships I have made here at Purdue and the memories we have all made together. I’ve had a supportive environment and the opportunity to grow here."

Rachel
Major: Chemistry
Minors: Forensic Science, Fermentation Science
After Purdue: Anheuser-Busch, Brewery Trainee
"Purdue opened the door to a couple of internships. I spent six months with E&J Gallo winery assisting with the 2021 red wine lines. And as an Anheuser-Busch co-op trainee, I worked in the innovation department that developed the flavor profiles for the original Bud Light Seltzer lines."

Kate
Major: ACS Biochemistry
After Purdue: Ph.D. Caltech, Organic Chemistry
"Working in the Mingji Dai research group and my industrial internship at Corteva opened my eyes to organic chemistry research and its role towards solving real world problems such as advances in medicine and sustainable agriculture. Purdue provides a vast array of opportunities and resources to help prepare students for their next big steps."

Roxanne
Major: Chemistry
After Purdue: Environmental Chemist, Indiana Department of Environmental Management
"I worked in Dr. Low's lab where I earned two separate research scholarships to synthesize and test potential cancer therapeutics. The opportunities for research, internships, leadership, and social interaction are incredible at Purdue."

Kinsey
Major: ACS Biochemistry and Planetary Science
After Purdue: Career in Space Exploration
"I was a member of Dr. Alex Wei’s research group for nearly four years. Purdue combines opportunities to strive socially and to undergo a challenging education, resulting in not only a major with great reputation, but a basis for leadership in personal endeavors."

Sathvik
Major: Chemistry
After Purdue: Medical School, Indiana University School of Medicine
"I’ve had great mentors in Chemistry. My advisors and professors have been very helpful and Purdue has unlimited amount of opportunities that are available to every student. It’s been a very enjoyable experience."

Erick
Major: ACS Chemistry
After Purdue: Ph.D. Columbia University, Physical Chemistry
"Purdue is a rigorous university with fantastic faculty and students. I took advantage of collaboration in many forms – undergraduate research, tutoring, and being a teaching assistant. I highly value making organic chemistry more digestible for students."

Kayleen
Major: Chemistry
After Purdue: Process Engineer, Xerion Advanced Battery Corp.
"I was member of Dr. Philip Low’s lab as an undergraduate researcher and worked at Novosteo as a R&D Intern. I also participated in several school plays in the Purdue Theater Department. Purdue is a great place to explore your passions!"

John
Major: Chemistry ACS
Minor: Political Science
After Purdue: Ph.D. Cornell, Organic Chemistry
"Purdue gave me a great foothold for further success. I was a member of Dr. Jianguo Mei’s research group; studied abroad in Bogota, Colombia; and I participated in a science and technology internship in the federal government."

Dalton
Major: ACS Chemistry
After Purdue: Ph.D. UC Berkeley
"Working in Dr. Suzanne Bart's lab was an amazing experience where I made a lot of friends. I really care about the environment. And in the future, I'm hoping my research will slow the effects of climate change."

Rachel
Major: Biochemistry
After Purdue: Ph.D. IU School of Medicine, Biomedical Science
"My experience as a teaching assistant and undergraduate research in Dr. Angeline Lyon's lab has led me to a career goal of becoming a professor myself so that I can combine my love for research and teaching. I have also really enjoyed sharing my experiences as a College of Science Ambassador, inspiring prospective students to see the potential they have to succeed and discover their dreams at Purdue."

Ian
Major: ACS Biochemistry
After Purdue: Ph.D. UC Berkeley, Chemical Engineering
"My undergraduate research experience in Dr. Elizabeth Parkinson's lab has given me an awesome foundation for graduate school. I enjoyed getting to know my students as a CHM 115 and CHM 374 teaching assistant. And, I hope to stay in touch with the lifelong friends I’ve made in the Chemistry Department."

Chisa
Major: Biochemistry
After Purdue: Ph.D. University of Washington, Analytical Chemistry
"Purdue has great communities and became my home away from home the last four years. I participated in the SURF program my sophomore year and it was an extremely rewarding learning experience where I was able to learn what it is like to be a researcher."