Welcome! If you are an undergraduate student at UVA interested in chemistry, you're in the right place. Catalyst aims to present students with a wide variety of resources in college-level chemistry.
Navigating Catalyst
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Academic Resources will provide you with all of the tools needed to earn the grades you're striving for and to get the most out of your classes. Explore options for peer led learning or tutoring, and read advice from peers on how to succeed in your chemistry classes.
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Chemistry Beyond the Classroom will walk you through the opportunities UVA provides to students interested in continuing their learning beyond their coursework. From student-led clubs to volunteering to exploring professions in the field, consider the many ways you can immerse your life in chemistry.
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Belonging in Chemistry will support students in finding their place in UVA Chemistry. Remember that science is for everyone and you belong here! Visit this page to explore resources promoting inclusion and belonging.
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Undergraduate Research will provide you with all of the information and peer advice you need to get involved in benchwork, even as an undergraduate student.
Questions Catalyst Can Answer
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What resources exist at UVA to help me succeed in chemistry?
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What introductory college chemistry class is best suited for me?
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I'm taking college level chemistry for the first time. Where can I find academic support?
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How can I extend my learning experiences beyond the classroom?
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Are there jobs available within the chemistry department?
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What types of student-led organizations support UVA students in chemistry?
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Can I volunteer within science?
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What resources exist to prepare me in my professional development in science?
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What kinds of jobs can I get with a chemistry degree?
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How do I initiate a job search and network with a chemistry degree?
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How do I navigate UVA as a first-generation college student?
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How do I navigate UVA as a transfer student?
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What organizations exist to support my unique identity within chemistry?
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How can undergraduates participate in chemistry research?
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How do I navigate the search for an undergraduate research lab efficiently and professionally?
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Where can I look into summer research opportunities and grants?