About the Program

Everything is made up of matter. The study of chemistry is the process of discovering how matter behaves and why. By studying chemistry at Sterling College, one learns to see the fingerprint of God through this matter that makes up His creation.

Dr. Curtis Beechan, who holds a Ph.D. in chemistry from Stanford University, brings more than his solid academic background to his position as Sterling’s chemistry professor. He also brings a passion for teaching students about the make-up of the world in the environment of a Christian college.

By holding to high standards and by teaching chemistry with an understanding of faith, Beechan carries on a tradition of excellence in science education at Sterling College which dates back to the first half of the 20th century. Under the leadership of the late Dr. Ruth Thompson, for whom the science building is named, Sterling enjoyed a national reputation in science education.

Licensures Secondary Education Licensure What Can I Do With This Major? Chemist Lab technician Teacher Attend graduate school Attend medical school Sample Courses Organic Chemistry Physics Calculus Biochemistry Physical Chemistry	Faculty
		Dr. Curt Beechan Professor of Chemistry
		Dr. Johnson Agbo Assistant Professor of Physical Chemistry and Physics