He has a B.S. degree in Science, Kentucky Wesleyan College; an M.S. in Analytical Chemistry, Western Kentucky University; and a Ph.D. Organometallic Chemistry, University of Kentucky. Dr. Snyder previously worked for Western Kentucky University for ten years where he taught general science courses, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Forensic Toxicology. He was also active in research while there. Dr. Snyder has presented his research at local and national meetings and has published ten manuscripts in peer-reviewed, synthetic organic chemistry and organometallic chemistry journals. He enjoys Winona Lake, skeet and target shooting, German Shepherds, apologetics, and chess. He also loves spending time with his family. He has been married to his wonderful wife, Amanda, for eight years and has three children, Avery (6 years old), Amelia (4 years old), and Adalyn (2 years old).