The faculty of the chemistry department are talented professionals dedicated to providing excellent instruction. The faculty is actively involved in student research projects that are designed to make students more proficient in research techniques and science communication. They mentor their research students and provide opportunities for them to make presentations of their work at state, regional, and national science meetings. They are also committed Christians who sincerely want their students to grow spiritually as they excel academically. Several have either led or participated in summer evangelistic campaigns or have led small group Bible studies in their homes. All are dedicated to teaching science within a Christian context.