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Robert “Bob” Potter. (Photo courtesy of Robert Potter)

Senior Associate Dean Robert Potter reflects on 17 years with the College of Arts and Sciences

Dr. Robert Potter, who has served as an associate dean with the USF College of Arts of Sciences since 2007, will be stepping down from the position beginning in August.

July 26, 2024Department News

(From left) Chemistry department faculty member Dr. Kimberly Fields, USF student volunteers Anad Patel, Corissa Quarterman, Elliot Santaella Aguilar, associate professor of instruction Dr. Christie Tang, and USF student volunteers Nour El Hoda Malone, Sofia Osuna, and Justin Ramos at MOSI. (Photo courtesy of Corissa Quarterman)

Chemistry department hosts exciting experiment at MOSI to celebrate National Chemistry Week

The USF Chemistry Department held a free experiment with the help of six undergraduate volunteers. The experiment demonstrated a captivating chemical reaction for participants.

November 14, 2023Department News

Students seated and watching the presenter at the Conference. Both undergraduate and graduate students may register to present their work during the event. (Photo by Guy Dayhoff)

Chemistry students practice presentation skills at Castle Conference

The USF College of Arts and Sciences Department of Chemistry held its annual Raymond N. Castle Student Research Conference in early March. The conference, which is organized largely by students, showcases both undergraduate and graduate student research with the intent for “young scientists to develop the necessary communication skills to excel in the future.”

April 10, 2023Department News

STEM faculty gathered for a workshop/luncheon to celebrate their teaching successes and to extend the vision for future improvements.

Steering the Course: Implementing Research-based Practices to Promote Student Success in STEM

In late August 67 STEM faculty from USF and Hillsborough Community College gathered for a workshop/luncheon to celebrate their teaching successes and to extend the vision for future improvements.

November 1, 2022Department News

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Department of Chemistry students, alumni, and faculty can submit news of accomplishments and events for our News section. We welcome announcements of publications, works presented, jobs procured, awards garnered, scholarships awarded, graduate school placements, and upcoming events.