Yasmin Patell

Yasmin Patell is a Teaching Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Kansas State University (KSU), holding this position since 2016. She previously served as an Assistant Teaching Scholar (2004–2016) and Instructor (2000–2004). Her career includes postdoctoral roles at the University of Regina, Canada (1998–2000) and Queen's University Belfast, Northern Ireland (1996–1998). She earned a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Queen's University Belfast (1993–1996), and earlier degrees from the University of Sussex, Brighton, UK (M.S., 1991–1993; B.S., 1988–1991).

Her teaching focuses on foundational chemistry courses, including CHM 210/211 and CHM 230/231, with an emphasis on enhancing problem-solving skills through recitation sessions. She has received numerous accolades for teaching and service, such as the Presidential Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (2006), Commerce Bank Teaching Award (2011), and recognition for promoting campus accessibility (2013). Her service contributions include volunteer work honored by the American Chemical Society (2009).

Patell holds the ACUE Certificate in Effective College Instruction (2018), reflecting her commitment to pedagogical excellence. While primarily focused on teaching, her career highlights interdisciplinary engagement through postdoctoral research and international academic experience.