In recognition of its mission statement, the ACS IIT Student Chapter hosts approximately monthly events responding to the professional and social needs of the Illinois Tech chemistry student body. Informational events educate chemistry students and those studying related fields about available career resources and recent happenings in the chemistry world. Social events foster connections among students and encourage a widespread love of chemistry. Through frequent email and social media communication with its members, the ACS IIT Student Chapter informs its members of upcoming events and allows ample opportunity for event suggestions, questions, and criticisms.
Chapter Events
February 15, 2024: Build Your Own Candy Molecule, 12:45-1:45 p.m.; PS 129
Create your own edible candy molecule using toothpicks and different colored candies! Possibilities following the theme of Valentine’s Day include serotonin, dopamine, and oxytocin, all involved in “the chemistry of love.”
February 29, 2024: Midterms Study Night, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Come work on homework or study with friends before midterms. Enjoy snacks and drinks while you work.
March 5, 2024: Chemistry of Mocktails, 12:45-1:45 p.m.
Stop by to learn about the chemistry behind color-changing drinks and create your own drinkable chemical concoction.
March 26, 2024: Mentorship Event, 12:45-1:45 p.m.
Join the Chemistry Club for the debut of its Mentorship Program, connecting underclassmen with upperclassmen who can offer advice on choosing classes, finding a research opportunity or internship.
April 18, 2024: Earth Day Event, 12:45-1:45 p.m.
Help clean up the Illinois Tech campus with Chemistry Club! Water and granola bars will be provided, and elections for the Fall 2024 Executive Board will be held. Only ACS members are able to vote in the election, but all can attend the event.
April 23, 2024: Finals Study Night, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Come work on homework or study with friends before finals and enjoy snacks and drinks at the event.
Meet the Executive Board!
Maya Bajorek
President
Year: 4th year
Major: Medicinal Chemistry
Favorite thing about Chemistry: I’m always fascinated about how pretty much everything is somehow related to chemistry. From the reasons why different compounds emit different colors, to creating computer chips, to the synthesis and applications of medications, to the very materials of the chairs you’re all sitting on, chemistry is all around us!
Megan Harmon
Vice President
Year: 3rd year
Major: Environmental Chemistry
Favorite thing about Chemistry: My favorite thing about chemistry is learning about the chemical mechanisms behind the phenomena we see in the world. Some of my favorites are how the “hole” in the ozone layer formed, how photochemical smog forms, and how carbon dioxide in the atmosphere can lead to ocean acidification.
Adriana Zayia
Secretary
Year: 2nd year
Major: Chemistry
Favorite thing about Chemistry: My favorite aspect of chemistry is that it forms the basis of a balanced lifestyle, from our diet to our personal care products. A basic understanding of chemistry can help improve our lives through knowing how to reduce fatigue, optimize nutrition, etc.
Smrithi Sreedhar
Treasurer
Year: 2nd year
Major: Medicinal Chemistry
Favorite thing about Chemistry: My favorite thing about chemistry is applying the theory and mechanisms to understand the chemical makeup of structures specifically related to pharmaceutical drugs.
Emily Reyes
Event Coordinator
Year: 2nd year
Major: Environmental Chemistry
Favorite thing about Chemistry: My favorite thing about chemistry is how fundamental it is. As I look forward to entering the field of environmental science after graduating from Illinois Tech, I appreciate how chemistry can explain a wide range of phenomena. This includes explaining the pH levels in water to greenhouse gasses and air pollutants.
Jaqueline Trejo
Social Media and Recruitment
Year: 2nd year
Major: Chemistry
Favorite thing about Chemistry: My favorite thing about chemistry is that it is like baking - you follow a procedure, try new and different methods, and molecular level chemical reactions occur to receive a desired outcome!
Contact Information
Instagram: acs.iit
Email: chemclub@iit.edu