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Biochemistry Students Speak Out

"Through Wartburg's Biochemistry major, I have been fascinated by learning about the delicate balance of life and how it works on the chemical level. I've reached a level of understanding essential life processes beyond simply knowing about them. This approach has given me a strong foundation to pursue further studies in medical school."

Stephanie Egts (2006)
Medical Student
University of Iowa

"Wartburg strives to prepare its students for life after college. In my case, life after college has been graduate school. Preparation in the biochemistry program enabled me to participate in three undergraduate research experiences outside of Wartburg, so I could really be certain that research was my "thing." Once here, I was able to breeze through first-year classes because of the education I received in both chemistry and biology at Wartburg. Looking back, I wouldn't change a thing about my decision to attend Wartburg, and I feel that it prepared me quite well for what I am doing now."

Kasandra Riley (2002)
Ph.D. candidate in Biomedical Sciences
Mayo Graduate School

"The Biochemistry major at Wartburg has given me a great foundation in understanding how the human body functions at the biochemical level; this foundation and understanding will be incredibly useful as I study the human body in medical school."

Michelle Craig (2005)
Medical Student
Des Moines College of Osteopathic Medicine

"These days it is nearly impossible to escape the need for a solid biochemical
understanding. Whether students are looking to pursue a career as a medical professional or they are called to do more general research they will discover that fundamental biochemistry can be ubiquitously associated with any of the biomedical sciences. Biochemistry has been instrumental in uncovering the underlying mechanisms to diseases as well as developing novel drugs treat them. A good understanding of biochemistry is a great start to any scientific or medical career a student wishes to pursue."

Derek Pavelec (2004)
Ph.D. candidate in Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology
University of Wisconsin-Madison