Sciences and Math

Solve giant problems. Discover new marvels.

At Nazareth, Peckham Hall gives new meaning to the words "lab work." This state-of-the-art facility has 20 labs filled with next-generation equipment.

Moudi-Hubeishy

Street Med

Biochem/pre-med alum Moudi Hubeishy '14 envisioned and launched a street medicine outreach effort while in medical school.

Research Projects

Research is a critical part of the undergraduate experience. Unlike at larger universities, Nazareth enables students to begin faculty-partnered research as early as your first year. Examples of research by department:

Melissa Wilkinson

Protecting people through toxicology

Melissa Wilkinson's toxicology internship and major have prepared her for a career protecting people from toxic substances.

Yousuf George, Ph.D., math professor at Nazareth College

Creative + Collaborative + Beautiful = Math

Math shouldn't be about memorizing and applying formulas, says Yousuf George, Ph.D., associate professor of mathematics. It should be hands-on inquiry, discovery, and solving problems. Read his essay on the math revolution.

Goodwel Nzou, Nazareth College

The Right Chemistry

From Zimbabwe's most prestigious high school, to touring in Europe and North America, to Naz. Learn more about Goodwell Nzou '15, who went on to graduate school at Wake Forest University in the molecular and cellular biosciences program.

Chris Redmond

Bassoon, Biochemistry, and Law School

Professors, experiences, and self-discipline have shaped Chris Redmond’s journey from music to science to law.

Clubs and Organizations

  • Math Club
  • Pre-Health Professionals Club
  • Science Club

View the full list of Student Activities clubs and organizations »

Interested in Teaching?

Students in math, biology, and chemistry programs can double major in an education program to become initially certified as a teacher.

Matthew Schoell with students

Peckham Hall

    State-of-the-art facilities rank Nazareth among the top 20 for science labs, says Princeton Review.
    lori space day

    Real-World Experience

    "We are taking basic and advanced skills we learn in the classroom and applying them to a huge, real-world problem. Every time I hear about HIV on the news now, I get to think to myself, 'I am taking one huge step to one day stop the spread of this horrible disease.' ” — Moudi Hubeishy '14 on his research collaboration with professor Stephen Tajc, Ph.D. Hubeishy went on to medical school at the University at Buffalo.

    Rebecca Morley

    Translating Environmental Research Into Action

    Instead of becoming a doctor, Rebecca Morley '94 has worked on environmental health research, policy, and advocacy — helping protect the health of many more people.

    Thomas Caprio, Nazareth College, Rochester, NY

    The Art of Medicine

    Dr. Thomas Caprio '96, medical director of Visiting Nurse Service and associate professor of medicine/geriatrics at the University of Rochester Medical Center, shares his approach to person-centered care.

    Why I Teach by Math Prof. Heather Lewis

    Heather Lewis, Ph.D. shares her interest in different applications of math and encourages her students to do the same in Why I Teach. 

    CARS, Nazareth College

    Research at Nazareth

    Students from an array of majors come together to present research and projects during the annual Creative Activity and Research Showcase.

    Stephen Tajc in the laboratory

    Small Molecule, Big Discovery

    Professor Stephen Tajc, Ph.D., is investigating a scientific approach that could address ecological problems linked to hydrofracking.

    Study Abroad

    From France to Japan to Australia to Peru and beyond, Nazareth offers both short- and long-term study abroad programs.

    Anne Pysnik, Nazareth College

    CDC Internship

    A prestigious internship with the Center for Disease Control helped Anne Pysnik '15 figure out her interests and future career goals.

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