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Dear First-Year Students,
A quick reminder as you prepare your schedules:
General Chemistry I (CHEM BC2001) is the only introductory chemistry course at Barnard and is open to all students, regardless of prior chemistry experience. The Chemistry Department offers support for students with little or no background in the subject.
Here are a few important things to keep in mind:
CHEM BC2001 is a five-credit course offered only in the fall and includes both lecture and lab.
You must register for both CHEM BC2001 (lecture) and CHEM BC2012 (lab) to be enrolled. The lab carries no separate credit.
Lab sections are limited due to space and safety. Please choose one that does not conflict with your classes, responsibilities, or personal/religious obligations. Lab section changes are not guaranteed after registration.
All students will be waitlisted for CHEM BC2001 at first and admitted once lab registration is confirmed. If you don’t register for a lab, you won’t be able to enroll in the course.
Once enrolled, dropping either lecture or lab will remove you from the course.
If you need to switch sections, email genchem@barnard.edu with your full availability and details of any conflicts.
If you have questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help as needed!
Best,
The First-Year Team