Brett Kite

Brett Kite serves as Department Chair and Assistant Professor of Chemistry within the School of Arts & Sciences, holding this position since 2007 with demonstrated commitment to academic leadership and chemical sciences education.

His educational foundation includes:

• B.S. in Chemistry, Virginia Tech
• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Virginia Tech

Specializing in Organic Chemistry, Dr. Kite's scholarly work centers on molecular synthesis and reaction mechanisms within the broader discipline of Chemistry. His research directly informs advanced curriculum development and laboratory instruction for chemistry majors.

As Department Chair, he oversees all academic operations including faculty recruitment, budget management, and strategic planning for the Chemistry department's instructional and research missions.