
Chemistry and Biochemistry Faculty + Staff
A chemistry dream team
Learn from and collaborate with award-wining faculty who are experts in their field and care about your success. All department of chemistry and biochemistry faculty have doctoral degrees and many years of experience. All courses are led by a faculty member, not a T.A., and the size of the campus promotes individualized attention for research and other projects. Unlike the large institutions, Blugold faculty are readily accessible outside of class — you will develop strong relationships with these experts, and that makes all the difference.
Our faculty and staff put your education first and can’t wait to guide you through the fascinating field of chemistry.
The chemistry faculty is dedicated to providing quality education in and out of the classroom. The department's small size allowed me to make connections with all of my professors. These relationships were very valuable in my personal and professional development, and particularly helpful when applying for internships, graduate school and fellowships. My successes as a student were due to the time and effort put in by passionate professors.

Highly awarded faculty
It’s our people who make this place special, and chemistry faculty members stand out as experts on campus, in the UW-System, and nationally. Whether they are being recognized for research, innovative teaching, or mentoring students, the chemistry folks continually shine as leaders in higher education — they have much to be proud of!
Our team
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Dr. Jennifer Dahl
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Department Chairperson | Professor
- Phillips Science Hall 435, Eau Claire | Directions
- Office hours: Drop-in office hours in P401: Tuesday 1:00-2:00; Wednesday 9:00-10:00; Friday 1:00-2:00
All other meetings by appointment in P435 or virtual - View full profile
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Patricia Benson
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Academic Department Associate
- Phillips Science Hall 430, Eau Claire | Directions
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Dr. Sudeep Bhattacharyay, Ph.D. (he/him/his)
Chemistry and Biochemistry | Blugold Supercomputing Cluster
Professor
- Phillips Science Hall 455, Eau Claire | Directions
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James E Boulter, Ph.D. (he/him/his)
Public Health and Environmental Studies | Chemistry and Biochemistry
Department Chairperson
Dr. James Boulter is a professor of chemistry and the chair of UW-Eau Claire’s Public Health and Environmental Studies department. His Ph.D. is in analytical chemistry with an emphasis in atmospheric sciences from the University of Colorado-Boulder. His areas of teaching and scholarship include air pollution, climate change, and sustainability.
- Hibbard Humanities Hall 357, Eau Claire | Directions
- Office hours: Fall 2023
Mondays 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM (in Hibbard 357)
Tuesdays 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM (in Phillips 458)
Email me if you prefer to meet via Zoom instead or click my "Professional Website" below to schedule a time. - View full profile
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Dr. Michael Carney (he/his) Alum
Academic Affairs/Provost | Chemistry and Biochemistry
Interim Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs | Professor
- Schofield Hall 206A, Eau Claire | Directions
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Dr. Patricia Cleary (She/her/hers)
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Professor
- Phillips Science Hall 431, Eau Claire | Directions
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Anna Cook, Ph.D.
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Lecturer | General Chemistry Coordinator
- Phillips Science Hall 453, Eau Claire | Directions
- Office hours: Monday and Friday 9:30 - 10:30 AM Phillips 453
Thursday 9:30 - 11:00 AM Phillips 401 - View full profile
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Megan Currie
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Lecturer
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Bart Dahl, Ph.D.
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Professor
- Phillips Science Hall 450, Eau Claire | Directions
- Office hours: Spring 2024
Tuesday 9:00-10:30 AM
Friday 9:00-10:30 AM
Or By Appointment
Location: P450 - View full profile
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Tyler Doyon, Ph.D.
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Assistant Professor
- Office hours: Spring 2024
9-10:30 am Mondays and Wednesdays
Or by appointment - View full profile
- Office hours: Spring 2024
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Stephen Drucker, Ph.D.
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Professor
- Phillips Science Hall 449, Eau Claire | Directions
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Tabitha Evans
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Associate Lecturer
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Dr. Deidra L. Gerlach, Ph.D. Alum
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Associate Professor
- Phillips Science Hall 454, Eau Claire | Directions
- Office hours: Spring 2024:
Tuesday & Thursday 9:30 - 11:00 AM in P454,
Or by appointment,
Or whenever my office door is open! - View full profile
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Jason Halfen
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Professor
- Phillips Science Hall 443, Eau Claire | Directions
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Dr. Sanchita Hati, Ph.D.
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Professor
- Phillips Science Hall 445, Eau Claire | Directions
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Ronald Keys
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Lecturer
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Krysti L. Knoche Gupta, Ph.D. (she/her/hers)
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Assistant Professor
- Phillips Science Hall 459, Eau Claire | Directions
- Office hours: Spring 2024
Mondays 9-10 am in Phillips 459
Tuesdays 3-4 pm in Phillips 459
Fridays 10-11 am in Phillips 401
Or by appointment or anytime door is open - View full profile
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Christine Lange
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Associate Lecturer
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Bridget McGivern
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Assistant Professor
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Dr. James Phillips, Ph.D. ("he/him/his")
Chemistry and Biochemistry | Public Health and Environmental Studies
Professor
Dr. Jim is originally from the Twin Cities. When not teaching or otherwise being a chemist, he spends his time outdoors as much as possible (walking his dogs, working in the yard, fishing, hiking, paddling, etc.) or playing music.
- Phillips Science Hall 451, Eau Claire | Directions
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Jessica J. Reed, Ph.D. (she/her/hers)
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Lecturer
- Phillips Science Hall 452, Eau Claire | Directions
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Denis Setwyn
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Chemical Stockroom Manager
- Phillips Science Hall 441, Eau Claire | Directions
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Sarah Vinnik
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Assistant Professor
- Phillips Science Hall 439, Eau Claire | Directions
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Vladimir Vinnik
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Visiting Assistant Professor
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Kurt Wiegel, Ph.D.
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Professor
- Phillips Science Hall 460, Eau Claire | Directions
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