Chemistry: Student Awards

All students who are chemistry majors or minors are invited to attend the annual chemistry awards ceremony held in the spring. Several awards and scholarships exist to recognize science students who have attained high distinction in their work.

The C.R.C. Award in Chemistry consists of the Handbook of Chemistry and Physics and a certificate of recognition. This award is presented at the end of the spring semester to the student who has an outstanding record in General Chemistry. This student may be majoring in any of the sciences.

The Analytical Chemistry Award is presented to the outstanding student in Analytical Chemistry lecture and laboratory. This American Chemical Society sponsored award includes a nine-month subscription to Analytical Chemistry.

American Institute of Chemists Award is given to a senior majoring in chemistry or biochemistry. The award is based on a demonstrated record of ability, leadership and professional promise. The student will receives a certificate suitable for framing, a peer-reviewed journal, and a one-year student membership in AIC. 

William and Lavina Wilson Award in Chemistry is presented to the outstanding student in chemistry for the year. The student, selected by the chemistry faculty, need not be a chemistry major and may be in any class year. The award consists of a cash scholarship award and the recipient's name is engraved on the plaque displayed in Swindells Hall. This award is named in honor of former student and faculty member William Wilson, and his wife, Lavina.