Wilkes University’s ACS student chapter promotes science education in local school districts and community using “green” chemistry activities and chemistry oriented assemblies. The chapter invites future scientists from the surrounding area to experiment, view demos, and have fun while learning about chemistry. Events like Passport to Science, Adventures in Science and Women Empowered by Science allow community members of all ages to enjoy these hands-on science lessons in the lab using household materials that are environmentally friendly. Club Day, Homecoming weekend and the local ACS chapter meeting are also examples of how our club works to increase scientific awareness within the Wilkes community. The local ACS chapter held the regional meeting this year by hosting Dr. Stanley from Temple University, who spoke about his research on DNA repair using photolyase. By involving ourselves in these events, our student chapter promotes scientific awareness for our community in an educational and enjoyable way.

Successful ACS student chapter at Wilkes University: Community outreach events that apply green chemistry principles and science education

255th National Meeting (2018)

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