Chemical Engineers Move Society Forward
Using advanced molecular engineering strategies, we are driving innovation in fields as varied and as important to society as solar energy and battery technologies, natural gas to chemical conversions, water purification, pollutant remediation, tissue engineering and pharmaceutical processing and drug delivery.
Celebrating the Class of 2025
The UVA Chemical Engineering Class of 2025 has exemplified innovation, resilience and a commitment to engineering for the greater good throughout their academic journey, pushing boundaries and setting new standards for excellence.
As they step into the next chapter, we recognize their achievements and the bright futures they are poised to create.
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Spring Awards Picnic
The Department of Chemical Engineering celebrated the end of the spring semester with a picnic and awards ceremony in the Chemical Engineering amphitheater.
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Capstone Design Projects
Chemical Engineering students presented their capstone projects during a series of sessions.
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Graduating Stars Prepare to Launch Their Careers
Fourth-year students share memories and show gratitude as they say goodbye.
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Celebrating the UVA Engineering Class of 2025
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Meeting goals for sustainable energy, clean water and better health
Drawing on expertise in areas like catalysis, electrochemical systems, transport properties of biological systems and polymers for membranes and biomaterials, our faculty bridge the gaps between molecular-level interactions and real-world applications.
Meet our Faculty
Our Student Culture
UVA Chemical Engineering students are not only taught to think like professional engineers, they join a vibrant and highly collaborative department culture. Throughout their years in the program, students learn clear communication, creativity and problem-solving skills.
This year was the first CHE: The Challenge, providing students with both physical and mental challenges that showcased the importance of teamwork, communication and on-the-fly strategic thinking.
