UALR’s chapter of the American Chemical Society (ACS), which has been recognized nationally by the ACS and received numerous commendations, was recently recognized by the Central Arkansas Local Section of the ACS in its September newsletter for “taking initiative in continuing growth and notability around the campus.”

The newsletter stated the chapter has continually conducted outreach activities for prospective UALR students and undergraduates, persuading them to take an interest in chemistry.

UALR’s ACS chapter holds regular meetings and demonstrations, providing free lunch for student attendees. Its recent campus-wide “Discover UALR” event, which included a “Clock Reaction” and “Elephant’s Toothpaste” chemical demonstrations.

According to the newsletter, “the looks of awe that [the students] gave after each experiment and after they were told about the research information was fulfilling and reminded us that this is what the purpose of having this chapter is all about.”

For information on the UALR chapter of the ACS, visit https://www.facebook.com/UALRACS.

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