St. John's University to close chemistry programs as enrollment declines
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Krystal Vasquez
Summary
St. John's University has moved to close its chemistry programs due to declining enrollment, joining a growing trend of universities eliminating chemistry degrees as students increasingly shift toward majors like biochemistry. The decision was communicated via an unexpected email to students and faculty on February 2, reflecting broader challenges facing traditional chemistry programs in higher education.
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bskySt. John's University to close chemistry programs as enrollment declinescen.acs.orgKey quotes
· 2 pulledOn the morning of Feb. 2, students and professors within the St. John's University chemistry department received an unexpected email.
The school joins several others that have considered eliminating their chemistry degrees as more students turn to other majors, like biochemistry
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