WESTFIELD IS LOCATED IN THE

WESTERN PART OF MASSACHUSETTS,

WITHIN DRIVING DISTANCE OF
CULTURAL CENTERS LIKE BOSTON
AND NEW YORK CITY.

BE A SCIENCE TEACHER

ALBANY, NY
2 HOURS

NORTHAMPTON
30 MINUTES

AMHERST
30 MINUTES

BOSTON
2 HOURS

SPRINGFIELD
20 MINUTES

NEW YORK CITY

3 HOURS

HARTFORD, CT
1 HOUR

PROVIDENCE, RI
2 HOURS

CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES FACULTY

Maria Carranza (Chemistry)
Frank Giuliano (Science Education, Chemistry)
Christopher Masi (Chemistry)
Richard Rees (Astronomy, Physics)
Aaron Reyes (Geology)
Patrick Romano (Chemistry)
Karsten Theis (Chemistry)
Warren Turner (Physics)
Tarin Weiss (Science Education, Geology)
Michael Young (Astronomy, Geology)

GOT QUESTIONS?
CHEMICAL & PHYSICAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT
CHRISTOPHER MASI, CHAIR
cmasi@westfield.ma.edu

You will also find details for all of our

programs on our departmental website:
westfield.ma.edu/academics/chemistry-degrees

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
MIDDLE SCHOOL GENERAL SCIENCE
HIGH SCHOOL CHEMISTRY

DID YOU KNOW...

Many middle school and high school science teachers are
nearing retirement age. The demand for science teachers
at these levels is high.
Our Methods in Science Education courses emphasize
inquiry-based, interdisciplinary science education, in
line with state frameworks and national standards.
We have a low major-to-faculty ratio, guaranteeing that
you can get plenty of individual attention. Benefit from
an interactive and friendly department that cares about
your future.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE. TEACH SCIENCE!

The Chemical and Physical Sciences Department at

Westfield State University offers major programs leading
to the B.S in either General Science or Chemistry, with
a total of three different options for those interested in
teaching. Prospective teachers must also complete the
appropriate sequence of education courses required by
the Education Department, including a practicum or
internship, to qualify for Initial Licensure.

Boy, I miss my days at WSU! I would do it again

in a second.
CHEMISTRY GRADUATE, 1988

CHEMISTRY

Even though I am pursuing a career in medicine, my

undergraduate degree in chemistry has substantially
helped me succeed academically at NYIT. That success
can be attributed to all of the faculty members in the
Chemical and Physical Sciences Department and I
cant thank them enough for that.
CHEMISTRY GRADUATE, 2012

GENERAL SCIENCE

A General Science Major offers programs preparing

you to teach at the elementary or middle school levels.
Students selecting either of these options will develop
a broad understanding of the sciences by taking courses
in astronomy, biology, chemistry, geology, meteorology,
and physics!

The Chemistry Major offers a program with in-depth

study in chemistry, very suitable for prospective high
school teachers. Students completing our program can
go on to graduate school in chemistry or enter careers for
which a strong background in chemistry is appropriate.
MINORS IN THE SCIENCES ARE ANOTHER
GREAT OPTION!

The Chemical and Physical Sciences Department also

offers minors in Chemistry, General Science and Earth
Systems Science.Elementary Education students majoring
in Liberal Studies could also choose General Science as
one of their areas of concentration within the Liberal
Studies major.

Option I (Elementary School) is appropriate for students

planning to seek Elementary or Special Education
licensure, and would be perfect for those who are also
interested in General Science (grades 1-6) licensure.
Option II (Middle School) is intended for students
planning to seek licensure in General Science (grades
5-8). This option includes more in-depth study of
mathematics, physics, and chemistry, and more
upper-level science courses.

This is my third year (teaching 8th grade) at my school

and I am enjoying almost every minute of it.
GNSC GRADUATE, 2010