Student Communities Award
The ACS Student Communities Award honors student groups for excellence in chemistry-related programming, outreach, and chapter development, with special recognition for green chemistry initiatives.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: May 31, 2026 (Annual report submission deadline) | May 31, 2025 | May 31, 2024
Funding Amounts: Recognition awards only; no direct funding. Winners receive certificates and are honored at the ACS Spring Meeting.
Summary: Recognizes ACS student communities for excellence in programming, outreach, and chapter development through an annual reporting process.
Key Information: Only student communities submitting a report by the deadline are eligible; late submissions are not considered.
Description
The Student Communities Award from the American Chemical Society (ACS) honors ACS student chapters, international student chapters, and graduate student organizations for exemplary achievements in programming, outreach, and chapter development. Awards are distributed in categories such as Outstanding, Commendable, and Honorable Mention, with additional recognition for green chemistry initiatives. Awardees are celebrated at a ceremony during the ACS Spring Meeting and receive certificates and public acknowledgment.
