Department of Chemistry Celebrates the Class of 2024
On Friday, May 10, 2024, the Department of Chemistry recognized and celebrated the Class of 2024 baccalaureate, master’s, and doctorate graduates. This year, 62 undergraduate chemistry majors, three master of science graduates, and 58 doctorate degree earners were included in the celebration.
Participants, faculty, staff, and family filled the John Morgridge Lecture Hall located in the new North Tower. The hall was decorated by the Graduate Student Faculty Liason Committee which took it upon itself to add banners, balloons, and other festive decorations to the room. Photography of the event was provided by Galina and Ilia Guzei. Dr. Ilia Guzei is a distinguished scientist and director of the X-ray laboratory at the Department.
Department Chair Clark Landis gave opening remarks, Undergraduate Program Director Jeanne Hamers announced the baccalaureate chemistry majors, and Associate Chair for the Graduate Program Helen Blackwell announced the masters and doctorate graduates.
A reception following the program was held in the North Tower Attrium.