What do you know about structure of an atom? How much do you remember about the periodic table of elements? Have you ever conducted an experiment to test for a chemical reaction? Odds are, you’ve dappled in the world of chemistry. As for Joe Truong, a chemistry major, he is in his element as soon as he steps into the chemistry lab. “What I really like about … [Read more...] about Finding the perfect solution for his future
Avogadro's number, (6.02 x 10 to the 23rd power), holds a dear place in the hearts of chemists everywhere. It is celebrated from 6:02 a.m. until 6:02 p.m. on Oct. 23. That week is National Chemistry Week by the American Chemical Society (ACS). Missouri State University’s chapter of ACS has several chemistry activities planned to commemorate Avogadro's number and National … [Read more...] about Get in the chemistry spirit
Hey everyone! This is a reminder that the Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society will be holding its first general meeting of the semester tomorrow (1/26) at 4:30 PM in Temple Hall room 143. We will be doing our liquid nitrogen ice cream demo and talking about events coming up this semester (including the Sertoma Pre-Chili Cook-off on Saturday). We will also be … [Read more...] about SAACS Event: First Meeting of Spring!
The student affiliates of the American Chemical Society will be holding its second Adopt-a-Street clean-up of the semester this Saturday, November 7th. We will follow the event with a trip to get some sweet treats! If you are available, please meet on the stairs to the west entrance of Temple (the side facing Bear Park South and John Q. Hammons Parkway) at 10:00 am. We will … [Read more...] about SAACS Event: Adopt-a-Street & Sweet Treats
The Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society will present "Demos in the Dark" on Friday, October 30, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.! Update: Due to threats of inclement weather, we will meet inside Temple Hall in 0002. This is inside the north entrance of Temple Hall, near the water fountains and Plaster Sports Complex. There will be food and drinks for sale, along with some … [Read more...] about SAACS Event: Demos in the Dark