Division of Sciences

STEM at North Park is experiential. Students learn side-by-side with caring faculty, utilize state-of-the-art technology, and engage in hands-on learning opportunities on and off campus.

Experience science

With a hands-on academic approach, experiential learning opportunities seamlessly integrate into the curriculum through:

  • Smart classrooms and laboratories, including a cadaver lab
  • One-on-one research with faculty
  • Field experience in Chicago, nationally, and internationally
  • Training in our lab safety program
  • Working as a teaching assistant, tutor, writing advisor, or laboratory assistant
  • Career preparation via pre-professional tracks

Faculty Profile

Dr. Matthew Schau

Dr. Matthew Schau is the associate dean of the Division of Sciences within the College of Arts and Sciences. At North Park, he enjoys getting to know his students and engaging with them in and out of the classroom and laboratory.

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Division of Sciences news

North Park Hires Advisor to Support and Retain First-Year STEM Students

North Park University has received a prestigious grant from the National Science Foundation to …

North Park, Northwestern Launch Synthetic Biology Internship Program

The universities have launched an internship program where North Park students will intern at …

North Park University Receives $166K Grant From NASA To Install Air Quality Sensors

North Park University will install sensors that detect weather and pollution patterns as part of …