DCGSAC Frequently Asked Questions

What does Prof. van der Donk do?

Professor Wilfred van der Donk is serving as the Director of Graduate Studies (DGS), and oversees students in the Doctoral Program. As DGS, he works with the Associate Head of Budget and Operations to provide oversight to the Graduate Admissions Committee, chaired by Professor Chad Rienstra. He works with the Graduate Fellowships and Progress Committee to review decisions concerning the passing of requirements by doctoral candidates and the acceptability of dissertations submitted by chemistry students.


Who to go to when struggling with an advisor?

Wilfred A. van der Donk
Email: vddonk@illinois.edu


How do I get a Chemistry Mailbox?

Go to the SCS Mail Room at: 29A Roger Adams Lab
Hours: 8:30 am to 4:00 pm - Monday - Friday


How do I request a key?

Go to the SCS Mail Room: 29A Roger Adams Lab
Keys and Swipe Card Access Hours: 11:30 am - 4:00 pm
(unless emergency access is required)

*For large groups, lock or lab changes - please provide room, building, along with any required information prior, for ordering purposes.

Key Requistion Form


Where is the storeroom?

94 RAL

Storeroom Website