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American Chemical Society

at the University of Houston

About Us

Introduction

about us

The ACS student affiliates program offers undergraduate students majoring in chemistry or a related science the support, privileges, and benefits of the largest scientific professional society in the world. There are over 970 chapters at colleges and universities in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

Based on an annual report of its activities, the UH chapter was among a group of chapters selected for recognition by the ACS Committee on Education.

Professor Simon Bott and UH staff member Kim Fletcher, advisors of the chapter, “deserve special commendation,” stated a letter from the ACS Office of the President. “Few faculty members are willing to make the great commitment of time and energy that a successful chapter requires of its advisors. It takes more than exceptional effort to be an award-winning chapter; it takes the nurturing attention of dedicated advisors. Bott’s and Fletcher’s efforts certainly represent the best in undergraduate science education and mentoring around the country."

Our Mission

mission

The American Chemical Society (ACS) at the University of Houston is a nonprofit organization here to offer an opportunity for students interested in the chemical sciences to acquaint themselves and foster a professional spirit amongst one another. Our mission is to instill professional pride in the chemical sciences and foster an awareness of the responsibilities and challenges of the modern chemist. Most importantly, we employ our resources to promote chemistry to the community at large. We provide insight into graduate programs and various careers relating to the chemical sciences.

Events

ACS UH hosts and attends a wide range of volunteering and other social events throughout the year, including networking, guest speakers, meetings, and other opportunities to volunteer. If you are interested, click here to see our upcoming events on our agenda.

Become a Member

membership

If you are interested in becoming a member, click here to sign up!
Semester Chapter Membership: $25.00
Yearly Chapter Membership: $30.00
Yearly National Membership: $25.00 (additional)

UH Chapter Benefits

  • Receive an awesome free custom-made T-shirt
  • Networking and research opportunities
  • Ability to attend our Organic Chemistry Final Review
  • Most active members will receive scholarships and awesome prizes

National Membership

To become a National Member, you will need to also pay our Chapter Membership fees in addition to the National Member fees.
National Membership Benefits:

  • Receive a certificate of National Membership and ACS member handbook in the mail
  • Benefit from ACS national networks and numerous assets
  • For more info on ACS National Membership, click here

Officers

Officers

Events

Events

Upcoming

Halloween Social

ACS Room, Lamar Fleming Jr. Bldg., Room 218/220, 6-9 PM

Come hang out with peers and enjoy food, candy, slime making, halloween movies, and more!

Thu Oct 24 2024

National Chemistry Week at the Houston Children’s Museum

Saturday, 8 AM - 2 PM

1500 Binz St., Houston, TX 77004

Thu Oct 10 2024

General Meeting

Michael Soth, Institute Director of Medicinal Chemistry, MD Anderson Cancer Center

Presenting his talk of Discovery and development of IACS-6274, a GLS1 inhibitor advancing in clinical trials for the treatment of cancers with specific metabolic vulnerabilities

Tue Nov 05 2024

Friendsgiving Potluck

ACS Room

Come join us for a night of food and friends to celebrate the end of the semester!

Tue Nov 19 2024

Graduate School Mentorship Groups

Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics & Native Americans in STEM at UH

  • Get paired with a graduate student in a field of your choice
  • Different levels of mentorship - Ph.D., Masters Thesis & Professional Based, Professional School (Law, Pharma, Dental, etc.)
  • Learn more about the graduate school process and strengthen your application

First Generation Mentorship Groups

Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics & Native Americans in STEM at UH

  • Mentor a first year or incoming NSM student
  • Help new Coogs adjust to UH by guiding mentees in your or a similar degree program about how to succeed in the first year at UH
  • Both programs will involve regular check-ins with your mentor/mentee and lunch meetings (food provided) expected commitment of about 5 hours per month

Event Sign-Up

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Tutoring

Feeling a little rusty on chemistry? Perhaps lecture was confusing or complicated? Need some extra clarification before an exam? Well that is totally okay! Come to our tutoring room with any and all questions! We have dedicated, enthusiastic, and friendly tutors that will help you answer any questions that you may have. Check our tutoring schedules for times you can drop by!

Location

Lamar Fleming, Jr. Building
University of Houston Department of Chemistry
3585 Cullen Blvd #112, Houston, TX 77004
Room 218 & 220

Contact Us

E-mail: [email protected]
Alternatively, you can also contact us on Instagram.

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