Two Lincoln Scholars Graduated with Degrees in Chemistry During the 2016-2017 Academic Year

Twelve students in the Lincoln Scholars Initiative graduated from the University of Illinois this academic year, making them the second class of LAS students who have earned a degree with support from the successful scholarship program. Two of the students, Norman Baig and Andrea Salazar, graduated with degrees in chemistry. Noman Baig has a summer to celebrate his bachelor’s in chemistry before heading to the University of Illinois at Chicago’s College of Medicine. During his time in LAS, Baig spent four semesters gaining research experience in Professor Eric Oldfield’s lab. Andrea Salazar earned her bachelor’s degree in chemistry. After graduation, Salazar plans to work in industry as a water chemist. She said her experiences on campus lead her to this passion. LAS News