Welcome to the Orlando Section of the American Chemical Society

Call for Planning Committee Members: Chemistry Connections – Industry, Innovation, and CareersDear ACS Colleagues and Friends,We’re seeking volunteers to help plan a new Central Florida ACS initiative:Chemistry Connections: Industry, Innovation, and CareersOur vision is to create an engaging annual event that connects students, industry professionals, and ACS members. Goals First Planning Committee Meeting Date: Monday,… Read more: Call for Industry Event Planning + Summer Social Wrap-up

The Summer Social 2026 was a smash hit, with more than 30 members and guests gathering to socialize, celebrate the 150th anniversary of the American Chemical Society, and enjoy an exciting presentation on explosive chemistry. The featured speaker was former section member Dr. Tyler Maxwell, who now works for Applied Research Associates (ARA) at Tyndall… Read more: Summer Social 2026

Dear ACS Orlando Section Members and Friends, Join us on Saturday, June 20 (11:30 AM–2:00 PM at Brewlando) for our Summer Social—a special afternoon honoring our 50-, 60-, and 70-year members and connecting with fellow chemists. Enjoy a taco bar, appetizers, and a 150th anniversary ACS dessert, plus a fascinating talk from Dr. Tyler Maxwell… Read more: 🌞 RSVP by June 14 – ACS Summer Social!

The Orlando Section of the American Chemical Society warmly invites you to a special celebration honoring our esteemed 50-, 60-, and 70-year ACS members—trailblazers whose decades of dedication have shaped the field of chemistry. The lunch event will also feature an engaging presentation by Dr. Tyler Maxwell, who will share insights from his work on… Read more: Summer Social

To encourage student participation in local, regional, and national conferences organized by the American Chemical Society (ACS) and its affiliates – and to expand opportunities for students to deepen their scientific engagement and professional networks – the Orlando Section of the ACS offers Student Travel Awards. This initiative helps reduce financial barriers to conference participation… Read more: Student Travel Awards: ACS Fall 2026 National Meeting and Expo

In 2001, the ACS Orlando Section established the Avogadro Award to be presented to an outstanding senior project at the State Science and Engineering Fair.  Other Sections in Florida were encouraged to support the award, and it is presented yearly as a joint effort. The 2026 award winner is Nicholas R. Stan (pictured right), a… Read more: 2026 Avogadro Award Winner Announcement

April Event: Central Florida Earth Day at Lake Eola Park, Orlando, FL The Orlando Section of the American Chemical Society (ACS) will be participating in the 21st annual Central Florida Earth Day event at Lake Eola Park (east side), 512 E. Washington Street Orlando, FL on Saturday April 25th, 2026 from 10:00 AM – 4:00… Read more: 2026 Central Florida Earth Day April 25th, 2026

Greetings ACS Orlando Section,I wanted to send a brief newsletter with several updates and activities around our local section. The newsletter informs councilor report with updates on upcoming ACS National Election. You will also find details about the student travel awards and the Avogadro Award provided by our local section. This year we had generous… Read more: Orlando Section ACS Spring 2026 Newsletter

This report captures key actions and decisions from the ACS Council meeting on March 25 and the Board of Directors meetings held March 20–22, 2026, offering an overview of developments impacting the Orlando Section. Prepared by Laura Sessions and Nicole Lapeyrouse, Orlando Section Councilors. Election Results Council selected Laura Sremaniak and Lisa McElwee‑White as candidates… Read more: Councilor Talking Points: Summary of Governance Issues and Actions Spring 2026

April Event: Central Florida Earth Day at Lake Eola Park, Orlando, FL The Orlando Section of the American Chemical Society (ACS) will be participating in the 21st annual Central Florida Earth Day event at Lake Eola Park (east side), 512 E. Washington Street Orlando, FL on Saturday April 25th, 2026 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. All members and affiliates… Read more: 2026 Central Florida Earth Day April 25th, 2026