WELCOME TO THE MINNESOTA LOCAL ACS SECTION WEBSITE
The Minnesota Local Section (#513) of the American Chemical society serves chemists, chemical engineers, educators, and the general public in Minnesota and Western Wisconsin.
The American Chemical Society (ACS) is the world's largest scientific society and one of the world's leading sources of authoritative scientific information. A nonprofit organization, chartered by Congress, ACS is at the forefront of the evolving worldwide chemical enterprise and the premier professional home for chemists, chemical engineers and related professions around the globe. Learn more about the history, mission and vision of the American Chemical Society here. Become an ACS member here.
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For more information about future meetings, please use the "Meetings" link.
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For more information about current activities the local section is involved in, please use the "Activities" link.
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If you are interested in volunteering, please use the "Contact Us" link to send a message letting us know where you would like to help and we will get back to you. For specific information on what roles need filling, please use the "Officers" link.
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For more information about National ACS, please use the "Resources" link or go to the ACS website.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Save the date for our Holiday Chemistry Social on Tuesday, December 16th, at Urban Growler. Featuring a spread of appetizers, cash bar, family-friendly crafts, and plenty of time to connect. Online registration is open now until December 12th.
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Join the Younger Chemists Committee for a night of pizza and networking, Wednesday, December 17th, at Surly Brewing Co.. This is an opportunity for early career chemists in the Twin Cities area to get together. Online registration is open now until December 12th.
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Click the "Meetings" link for more information.
ACTIVITY HIGHLIGHT
Chemists in the Library
If you are interested in volunteering Chemists in the Library events, please contact Phil Buhlman (click on "Contact Us" link to request contact information). No preparation is needed before the events and no commitment has to be made; you can sign up for one event at a time. The final Chemists in the Library event for 2025 is December 6th at 1:30pm at the Eden Prairie Libary. For further information, click on "Chemists in the Library" under the "Activities" link.​​
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Click on the "Activities" link for more information.
OTHER NEWS
​MN Local ACS Election Results
Elections​ for Executive Committee positions were held in November. We would like to extend a generous welcome to all our newly elected members:
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Urvashi Sandhir, Ph.D., Hamline University - Chair Elect
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Jamie Salmon, Ph.D., University of MN - Secretary
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James Wollack, Ph.D., NAMSA - Councilor
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Ekaterina (Katya) Kadnikova, Ph.D., University of St. Thomas/Hamline University - Councilor
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Allison Smith, Ph.D., University of MN - Alternative Councilor
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Matthew Riehl, Ph.D., NAMSA - Alternative Councilor
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Sydney Povilaitis, Ph.D., Hamline University - Nomination Committee (Small School)
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Kyle C. Bantz, Ph.D., University of MN - Nomination Committee (UMN)
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Ramesh Kumar, Ph.D., 3M - Nomination Committee (Industry)
We also have some non-elected volunteers who will be joining MN ACS.:
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Allison Smith, Ph.D., University of MN - Younger Chemist Committee
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Hira Khalid, Ph.D. - National Chemistry Week Coordinator
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Will Howitz, Ph.D., University of MN - MN Chemist Newsletter Editor
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Ronni Etterman, M.S. - MN ACS Event Coordinator
Thank you to all who ran for one of the committee positions, and to all who voted!
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Committee Volunteer Opportunities
Are you looking to enhance your leadership, project management, and networking skills? Volunteering as a committee chair for the Minnesota Local Section of the ACS is a fantastic way to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact! We are currently seeking passionate leaders for the following committees:​
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Public Affairs - serves as a bridge between the chemistry community and policymakers, advocating for science-related policies and engaging the public on key issues
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Government Affairs - plays a key role in advocating for science policy and fostering relationships between the chemistry community and government officials
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Minority Affairs - plays a key role in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the MN ACS
If you're interested in learning more, please reach out to Sarah Dimick Gray (click on "Contact Us" link to request contact information) to explore these opportunities. Take the next step in your leadership journey - get involved today!
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