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
Come join the MN ACS for a dinner and networking event! We'll be at Wildfire in Eden Prairie on Wednesday, October 29th from 6-9pm. All are welcome! Online registration is open now until October 27th.
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The Minnesota Local Section of the American Chemical Society is pleased to announce our 15th annual Chemistry Job & Recruiting Fair on November 19th from 4-6 pm at the Science Education Center of Metropolitan State University in Saint Paul, MN. Online registration is open now until November 16th!
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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 next Chemists in the Library event is September 13th at 1:30pm at the Merriam Park Library.
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
Newsletter Editor Needed!
The MN ACS is seeking a member looking to increase their active contribution by becoming the Newsletter Editor, effective immediately. The Newsletter Editor solicits written contributions, edits and organizes those received, then sends it out to the membership at large. The MN Chemist newsletter is sent out every 1-2 months. Interested? Please contact Sarah Dimick Gray (click on "Contact Us" link to request contact information).​
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MN Local ACS Section Officer Positions Open
The Minnesota Local ACS Section is looking for volunteers willing to serve as officers in the Local ACS Section. If you are looking to serve the broader community of chemists, chemical engineers, and educators working in Minnesota and Western Wisconsin, this is a great opportunity to gain that experience and give back. This is also a great opportunity to meet and work with other academic and industrial chemists and chemical engineers in the area. The election of new officers will be held from November 1st – 15th and new officers will not officially begin their terms until January 2026. The following positions are open:
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Chair Elect (from academia) - 3-year term
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Secretary - 2-year term
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Councilor - 3-year term
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Nominations Committee - 3-year term
If you are interested in serving in any of the officer positions listed below or have further questions about the positions, please contact the Chair of the Nominations Committee, Cassie Joiner (click on "Contact Us" link to request contact information).
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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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Younger Chemists - leads initiatives to support, engage, and connect early-career chemists and students within the MN ACS
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National Chemistry Week - responsible for leading efforts to promote and coordinate activities related to National Chemistry Week, an annual outreach event organization by the ACS
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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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