Chemistry Symposium

2025 C. Eugene Bennett In-House Chemistry Symposium

November 3rd–7th 2025

The Chemistry Department and the Bennett Program invite all undergraduate and graduate students to the  2025 C. Eugene Bennett In-House Chemistry Symposium. The event is designed to provide students with an opportunity to present their research, learn from their peers, and connect with experts in a wide range of chemistry fields.

Key Dates & Details

Symposium Dates: November 3-7, 2025

Who Can Present:

• Graduate students: Eligible for both oral and poster presentations.
• Undergraduate students: Eligible for poster presentations and a special "Undergrad Hot Topics" session.

Presentation Sections:

• Medicinal Chemistry/Methods
• Biochemistry/Bioanalytical/Synthesis
• Energy/Environment-Sustainability/Chemical Education

Abstract Submission

All students are encouraged to submit an abstract using the abstract submission page.

• The abstract should be a one-page PDF document created using the provided  MS Word template.
• Name your file in the format: FIRST_NAME_LAST_NAME.pdf (e.g., JANE_DOE.pdf).

Important Deadlines:

• Oral Presentations (Grad Students Only): The deadline is  Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST. Notifications of acceptance will be sent by Friday, October 10, 2025. Abstracts not selected for an oral talk will automatically be considered for a poster presentation.
• Poster Presentations (All Students): The deadline is  Sunday, October 5, 2025, at 11:59 PM Pacific Time.

Poster Board Dimensions:  48" x 73"=4’ x 6’. Please plan your poster accordingly.

Event Highlights

• Oral & Poster Presentations: An opportunity to share your research and get valuable feedback.
• Plenary Sessions: Hear from visiting committee members, faculty, and other experts.
• "Undergrad Hot Topics": A dedicated session for undergraduate students to present their work.
• Networking Reception: Connect with faculty, invited guests, and peers.
• Prizes! Awards will be given for the best oral and poster presentations.

Please stay tuned for the final schedule and location details.