Dr. Jonathan Rienstra Kiracofe

Professor

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Biography

Professor Jonathan Rienstra-Kiracofe specializes in Physical/Theoretical Chemistry and has taught numerous undergraduate chemistry classes, focusing on General Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, and Environmental Chemistry. After earning his doctorate, he continuously engaged in undergraduate education and played a crucial role at North Park University, where he was the lead faculty person for the planning, design, and construction of the Johnson Center Science Community Life. At Purdue University, he leads the effort to implement a new General Chemistry laboratory curriculum, which is part of the new Chaney-Hale Hall Science. The curriculum is designed to fully utilize the state-of-the-art facilities and technologies available in the building while employing innovative practices in laboratory teaching.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Teaching undergraduate courses in Physical/Theoretical Chemistry and leading the development of new laboratory curricula.

Associate Dean

2017-01-01 — Present

North Park University • Chicago, IL

Led efforts in the Division of Sciences while contributing to administrative and educational planning.

Chair

2010-01-01 — Present

Chemistry Department, North Park University • Chicago, IL

Oversaw departmental operations and academic offerings.

Faculty Liaison

2009-01-01 — Present

North Park University • Chicago, IL

Served as the liaison for the design team of a new science building.

Requirements for Purdue University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:14
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:18
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:88
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
35 semester hours of undergraduate chemistry Courses in General, Quantitative, Inorganic, Organic, and Physical Chemistry
Application Checklist
  • Online Application
  • Academic Statement of Purpose (500 words)
  • Personal History Statement
  • Official Transcripts
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume
Specialization Notes

GRE scores (General and Subject) are NOT considered.