The Missouri Western State University (MWSU) American Chemical Society (ACS) Student Affiliate, also known as the Alchemist Club, will showcase our activities and outreach events over the past year via poster presentation. The mission of the MWSU ACS Student Affiliate is to inspire lifelong learning, advance knowledge, and foster interest in chemistry at MWSU and throughout the local community. One guiding principle of the organization is to build enduring passions for science, and dedication to practicing chemistry for generations to come. The Alchemist Club seeks to collaborate with individuals who contribute to globally connected communities, as well as actively learn from such communities. The Alchemist Club worked alongside members of the MWSU Department of Chemistry to host “Super Science Saturday” at Missouri Western; a community event that engaged 1500+ members of the greater Saint Joseph area, and involved science demonstrations and hands-on activities presented and staffed by the members of the Alchemist Club. This ACS Student Affiliate also works to advocate an academic and engaged environment by acting as a foundation which promotes exhibitions and events on campus where professionals in diverse chemistry fields interact with the students. The Alchemist Club places emphasis on opportunities for undergraduates to present research at local and national levels. Informal science engagements with K-12 students is another part of outreach imparted through this student organization. The club coordinates social events such as the “Pumpkin Blast” and local game nights that are representative of the overarching aim of this undergraduate organization to connect with and educate others about chemistry in an enjoyable manner. The MWSU ACS Student Affiliate works as an all-inclusive model to exemplify enduring scientific passions and demonstrate dedication to the practice of chemistry through service.

Missouri Western State University Alchemist Club: Transmuting students into scientists

253rd National Meeting (2017)

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