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Jessica Orvis serves as Associate Professor and Director of General Chemistry in the Department of Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Physics at Georgia Southern University's College of Science and Mathematics, leading curriculum development and instruction for foundational chemistry courses.
Her academic credentials include:
- B.S. in Chemistry from Vanderbilt University (1986)
- M.S. in Chemistry from the University of Tennessee (1989)
Dr. Orvis's research program centers on evidence-based chemistry education, investigating critical factors like student motivation drivers, quantitative impact of laboratory experiences on learning outcomes, and pedagogical innovations for classroom effectiveness. Her outreach initiatives extend to designing chemistry demonstrations and targeted lessons for regional K-12 schools, bridging university resources with community science education needs.
Analysis of her publication history reveals consistent focus on practical instructional enhancements, particularly in adapting technology for undergraduate chemistry education and developing inclusive curricula for diverse student populations including both chemistry majors and non-science majors.
In her administrative capacity as Director of General Chemistry, she oversees course sequencing, teaching assistant coordination, and laboratory safety protocols while maintaining an active teaching load across CHEM 1040 (Chemistry and the Environment), CHEM 1140 (Introduction to General, Organic and Biochemistry), and the full Principles of Chemistry sequence (CHEM 1145/1146).
