CHEM3160 - 01 - Social Justice Chemistry Sem.

(SJ) Social Justice (WI) Writing Intensive

Chemistry majors should consider chemistry-based solutions to issues that impact their daily lives andthe lives of poor and marginalized populations world-wide. Some issues that disproportionately influence historically disadvantaged populations are also directly related to or could be impacted by chemistry. Through the lens of chemistry social justice, this course willdevelop student strength in basic research competence, scientific writing and communication, and professionalism in science. This will be achieved through discussions on research strategy design, research ethics, scientific literature, scientific writing strategies, and careers in science. The course will engage students' curiosity and creativity in advanced social justice topics in chemistry, build upon analytical and critical thinking skills, develop communication and writing skills in the scientific discipline, and highlight professional development. This course provides students withan opportunity to explore career paths and will lead them towards the required internship.