Dr. Kristy Jurchen Download Kristy's Contact Card
Professor of Chemistry, Science Building Chemical Hygiene Officer, Natural Science Department Chair
Kristy Jurchen has been teaching chemistry at Concordia since August 2005. Prior to her arrival at Concordia, she taught chemistry at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign beginning in the fall of 2003. As part of her role on the chemistry faculty, Dr. Jurchen serves as chemical hygiene officer for the science building. Dr. Jurchen's research interests include chemical education, bioinorganic chemistry, and environmental chemistry.
Dr. Kristy Jurchen's Academic Programs
Physical Science
A degree in physical science from Concordia University, Nebraska will give you an interdisciplinary background in the physical sciences including physics, chemistry and math. Many students choose a physical science major as a broad-based education because they want to teach high school science, chemistry or physics, and a bachelor’s degree in physical science can help equip you with the comprehensive physical science skills you need to educate your future students.
Chemistry
A degree in chemistry from Concordia University, Nebraska expands your understanding of general chemistry and gives you the practical, hands-on experience you need to continue a career in chemistry after graduation. Your classroom and chemistry lab experience will help you on your journey to use your passion for chemistry to serve in healthcare, industry, research and more.
Dual Degree 3+1 Nursing Program
A dual degree in nursing from Creighton University and biology from Concordia Nebraska will prepare you for a career as a Registered Nurse (RN) and help you to improve individual, family and community health and wellness by applying evidence-based skills.
