WWU Chemistry

05/27/2026

Great news for WWU!

Western has been awarded a $3.1 million NIH grant to expand biomedical research opportunities for students and faculty. Congratulations to Chemistry professors P. Clint Spiegel, James Vyvyan, David Patrick, and their colleagues for helping secure this exciting award.

Read the full story below. ⬇️



https://news.wwu.edu/wwu-secures-31-million-nih-grant-to-expand-biomedical-research-opportunities-for-students?fbclid=IwdGRleASD65tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe6azy3p4JhY6FCWZmPK-ly3EVzpvj7QTgwwpgw3BB23Fk6lUYuj207D2qi7I_aem_OXPgiEQDcRiccO8gtg8CQQ

WWU has been awarded a $3.1 million National Institutes of Health grant to expand biomedical student research opportunities on campus.

04/07/2026

Happy Fiunding Day! 150 Years of ACS.

On April 6, 1876, a group of 35 chemists founded the American Chemical Society in New York City. Happy birthday, ACS! http://ow.ly/LsZD50z6lEr

01/27/2026

For a century and a half, the American Chemistry Society (ACS) has supported chemical research, education, and innovation that shape our everyday lives—from medicine and materials to energy and the environment. It is a great moment to reflect on the scientists, educators, and students who have contributed to this legacy and to look ahead to the discoveries still to come.

Here’s to 150 years of chemistry making the world better—and to the next 150! 🧪✨

American Chemical Society, Puget Sound Section

In 2026, the American Chemical Society (ACS) turns 150! ACS is a nonprofit organization established by a congressional charter in 1876. Since then, ACS has s...

11/10/2025

The American Chemical Society (ACS) will celebrate 150 years since its founding in 2026! Founded in 1876, the ACS has played a vital role in advancing chemistry, supporting scientists, and promoting the importance of chemistry in everyday life.

As we approach this remarkable anniversary, it’s a great time to reflect on the Society’s legacy — from groundbreaking research and chemical education to public outreach and sustainability efforts — and to look forward to the discoveries and innovations of the next 150 years.

Here’s to a century and a half of chemistry that’s changed the world! https://www.acs.org/150

The countdown to ACS' 150th anniversary has begun! 📆🥳

Join the journey by sharing what "Chemistry is Everything" means to you: https://www.acs.org/150

11/04/2025

Chem Club Halloween Costume Party 2009.

10/25/2025

Photos from Chem Club’s Costume Bowling Night!

10/22/2025

National Chemistry Week!

(NCW), celebrated October 19–25, features the theme “The Hidden Life of Spices,” highlighting the chemistry behind how spices create flavor, aroma, and color: https://acs.org/education/national-chemistry-week.html

Read more about this edition of : https://cen.acs.org/biological-chemistry/Periodic-Graphics-Beyond-flavor-Strange/103/web/2025/10?sc=251021_sc_eng_fb_cen

10/09/2025

It’s a material world after all. And this year’s in Chemistry has been awarded to researchers who created a family of materials that could help solve some of humanity’s most critical problems. Read more: https://cen.acs.org/people/nobel-prize/The-2025-chemistry-Nobel-goes-to-MOFs/103/web/2025/10?sc=251008_sc_eng_fb_cen

05/14/2025

Chem Club’s varsity has been hard at work setting up poster boards for this Wednesday’s Scholars Week Poster Session! Swing by Carver to explore student research from across Western’s campus. Don’t miss the chance to see what your fellow students have been working on!