Welcome to the Chemistry Department of Wachemo University in Central Ethiopia State

Department of Chemistry was launched in 2012 G.C. along with other academic departments in the College of Natural and Computational Science. The Department started its task by enrolling 31 students with 7 instructors and one technical assistant in the academic year. Now, there are 30 instructors and two administrative staff in the Department. Among 30 instructors,19 are at work, whereas11 attend their MSc and PhD programs at different universities in Ethiopia and abroad. Currently, in the Department, 123 students are attending their study in various programs. Among these, 79 students attend regular programs, and 23 are in undergraduate and postgraduate extension programs on weekends and in the summer. The Department is also in the final stage of launching a Ph.D. Program in Organic Chemistry (on Organic Synthesis, Natural, and Medicinal Products).

The harmonized BSc Curriculum in the Chemistry program has been prepared to guide students through well-established experimental and academic courses to produce efficient and productive citizens in the future. Furthermore, it will change the characteristics and competencies of the BSc graduates in chemistry by Enhancing students' positive understanding and commitment to the future of their country, Ethiopia, Understanding the essentials of Ethiopian geography, society, and cultures as well as the dynamic interrelationship among people; Develop skills of leadership, communication, collaboration, negotiation, and adaptability to new situations; Interaction with other disciplines; Solving complex problems and Ensuring the production of quality graduates capable of satisfying the stakeholders' requirements. The ultimate goal of Postgraduate is also to help students to be critical thinkers and researchers in the area. Outstanding students are offered to work as Teaching Assistants in the Department.

The Department has many roles in accordance with the vision and mission of Wachemo University in establishing quality education and taking up scientific research programs in the university. It also serves all the university students who enter as freshmen through its gateway, as each student is required to take 3 credits of Chemistry course, which is taught in 2 credits course, and one credit for experimental, which needs 3 hours per week to study in the laboratory.

Therefore, I am thrilled to represent this forthcoming Department, which is dedicated to providing quality education, producing qualified human resources, conducting problem-solving research, and providing community services. I hope everybody will give constructive ideas for the raised questions in different directions and explore our Department. Please visit our website and explore our Department.