
Headed to CalTech with a NSF Graduate Research Fellowship
We are so excited to celebrate Daniel Chang ’19, who was recently awarded a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (NSF GRFP)! The NSF GRFP recognizes graduate students in science, technology, engineering, and math who are pursuing further education in masters and doctoral programs. The fellows receive opportunities for international research and professional development, as

Chapman's First Goldwater Scholar
Junior biochemistry and molecular biology major, Edena Khoshaba, was selected as Chapman University’s first Goldwater Scholar. This scholarship will help cover the cost of tuition, fees, books, and room and board for Khoshaba’s senior year. A Highly Competitive Scholarship The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship is awarded to sophomores and juniors seeking advanced research degrees in

3 Takeaways from the Schmid College & Fowler School of Engineering Networking Event
Did you miss the 2nd Annual Schmid & Fowler Networking event on Thursday, February 20, 2020? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered! More than 100 students and alumni from Schmid College of Science and Technology and Fowler School of Engineering gathered for a panelist discussion and networking to meet with 38 employers from 27 different

2020 Schmid College Graduating Class
*Commencement 2020 has been postponed After a great deal of collaboration and listening, Chapman University has decided to postpone Commencement. The overwhelming opinion was to move the ceremony to late summer or early fall and create the full experience our graduates have earned. Over the coming weeks, once there is better clarity on when events will safely resume,

A Trip to the Galápagos
Alex Graden is a senior biochemistry and molecular biology major. He participated in the ENV 227 Interterm Travel Course – 2020 Galápagos Trip. This past interterm, I took an amazing travel course with 13 other Chapman students to the Galápagos Islands. There was also a lot of pre-trip preparation. As an independent study, one other student

It Takes A Village To Educate Our Students
Many students in the sciences are working towards a career in healthcare. Which poses the question: How do we, as a college, prepare our students to be leaders in the healthcare industry? Going Beyond a Textbook Our faculty are preparing our young scientists for real-world challenges by further developing their interpersonal communication skills. Schmid College

A Passion for Mentorship
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Alumnus Adam Kalawi ’14 was a star undergraduate student in Schmid College. He was recognized for 10 honors and awards, was a part of four clubs, and was a member of the University Honors Program. Three years ago, we sat down with Adam, where he shared with us his Secrets to

Technology and Healthcare
My name is Lindsay Zumwalt and I am a senior molecular biology major here at Chapman University. I will be graduating in the spring with aspirations to attend medical school. Ultimately, I want to be a pediatric physician working to integrate technology into the healthcare field. With technological advances on the rise, I strongly believe

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Program Receives Prestigious Accreditation
The biochemistry and molecular biology program at Chapman University has earned accreditation by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB) for the maximum period of seven years. Nationally, fewer than 100 institutions have received the distinction. A Benefit for Students Most importantly, the new honor is helpful to the program’s undergraduates applying to graduate school. With

How a Conference in Chicago Changed my Understanding of Healthcare
My name is Natalie Paterson, and I am a senior biochemist and nutrition minor on track to complete the 4 + 1 B.S. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology/M.S. Food Science integrated degree program by May 2021. Specifically, the integrated program is in direct alignment with my aspiration to use food as medicine. Thus far, pursuing my