NSME new faculty: Anthony Hinde

Department of Chemistry

By California State University, Bakersfield

August 23^rd, 2021

Originally from Stockton, Anthony Hinde earned his bachelor’s degree from CSU Stanislaus before earning his master’s in chemistry from Fresno State. His research there focused on redesigning traditional physical science courses for pre-service elementary teachers to make them more relevant for future teachers.

With that background, Hinde knows well the importance of keeping the sciences accessible to all, making him well suited to teach CSUB’s Chemistry for Liberal Studies classes.

“STEM and especially chemistry is difficult for many students because it is abstract and requires consistent application of critical thinking to reach conclusions,” Hinde said. “It also varies in the way that different students will use what they learn. The way that you use your chemistry knowledge to explain a concept to a fifth grader and get them excited about science is very different than the way you use that same knowledge if you are entering medical school. I use this to help make classes more engaging for students.”

In between earning his two degrees, Hinde worked for Merieux Nutrisciences as a chemist and, later, chemistry operations supervisor. There, he tested food for quality and safety, as well as trained his laboratory team to exceed industry standards. His interest in teaching began when he worked as a tutor for nursing students from Porterville College and the Tule River Tribe.

“I feel excited to join the CSUB faculty,” Hinde said. “The chemistry department here is such a great group of professors and lecturers. We have amazing support staff, and everyone has a laser-like focus on providing the best opportunities for students to learn chemistry.”

Even before joining the faculty, Hinde was already part of the extended CSUB community: his wife, Stephanie Olmedo-Hinde, earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees from CSUB and now works as a transfer counselor at Porterville College. The two enjoy spending time with their dogs and cats, camping and travelling to experience new places and food.