Sean Hickey

Sean Hickey is an Assistant Professor of Teaching in the Department of Chemistry at Wayne State University, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He specializes in chemical education, focusing on active learning techniques, public science communication, and innovative uses of animations and interactives in teaching chemistry.

Education:

• Ph.D., Chemical Education, University of New Orleans
• M.S., Organic Chemistry, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
• B.S., Chemistry, University of New Orleans

Research emphasizes leveraging pop culture and interactive tools to enhance STEM education accessibility. Recent work includes chapters in ACS Symposium Books exploring creative pedagogical methods (e.g., using TV shows and movies to teach chemistry concepts).

Teaching responsibilities include laboratory courses (General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry) and foundational chemistry courses for non-science majors. Courses span all academic terms from 2023 to 2025.