Division News & Announcements News & Announcements Biennial Conference Committee Meeting The Biennial Conference Committee (BCC) will hold an open Zoom meeting on Friday, November 7, 2025, from 1:00–2:00 PM (DivCHED)—contact the co-chairs for the link to attend. Celebrating Our Committee and Board Service Nominees As part of our commitment to celebrating service within the Division of Chemical Education, we are proud to recognize this year’s nominees for their exceptional dedication and leadership. Each nominee has made meaningful contributions that strengthen our committees, advance the Division’s mission, and support the broader chemical education community. We congratulate and thank them for their outstanding service. Congratulations to the 2026 ACS National Award Winners DivCHED proudly congratulates Ellen J. Yezierski, Norbert J. Pienta, and Xue Qing Liang on receiving 2026 ACS National Awards. Their achievements highlight outstanding leadership and innovation in advancing chemistry education. Message from the Chair Elect It’s been a rewarding year of learning and collaboration within this community. I’m grateful to our leadership and committees for their hard work, especially on strategic planning, budgeting, and professional development. Highlights include new learning events, the ECCES virtual conference, and continued progress across the division. I look forward to what’s ahead. Safety Committee News, Fall 2025 The DivCHED Safety Committee welcomes all interested in chemical safety education, regardless of experience level. We support embedding safety throughout chemistry curricula and offer resources like the new Laboratory Safety for Chemistry Students eTextbook and RAMP analysis worksheets. Recent efforts include launching a new professional development workshop and planning safety programming for BCCE 2026. To get involved or propose symposia, contact Committee Chair Steve Wietstock at swietsto@nd.edu. Greetings from the COCTYC, Fall 2025 The Committee on Chemistry in the Two-Year Colleges (COCTYC) recently shared its renewed vision, mission, and goals for 2YC3—focused on community building, professional development, and advocacy for first- and second-year chemistry educators. In May, 2YC3 held its 225th conference at Johnson County Community College, bringing together over 75 educators for engaging sessions and a keynote on student success. The committee also welcomes collaboration with ACS Office of Higher Education staff and continues to offer professional development through its Friday Webinar series and upcoming events at BCCE 2026. From the Chair, Thom Bussey, Fall 2025 DivCHED Chair Thom Bussey shares updates on recent leadership transitions, progress on the Division’s Strategic Plan—including the new website—and upcoming events like the Fall Social Reception. He also invites members to monthly office hours and encourages everyone to get involved in shaping the Division’s future. Committee on Personnel & Nominations News, Fall 2025 The Division of Chemical Education thrives thanks to volunteers serving in leadership and committee roles. The Committee on Personnel & Nominations (CPN) helps match members with service opportunities that reflect their skills and interests, while promoting inclusivity across all educational sectors. If you're interested in getting involved, complete the Get-Involved nomination form. Deadlines: Jan 31 (elected roles), June 30 (board appointments), and Sept 30 (committee interest). Questions? Contact Nominations@divched.org. A Note from the Past Chair, Resa Kelly, Fall 2025 Serving the Division over the past three years has been an honor, shaped by collaboration, dedication, and thoughtful leadership. As I step down, I’m filled with gratitude for our volunteers and confident in the Division’s future under Gina Frey’s inspiring direction. Regional Meetings Committee Announcements, Spring 2025 The Regional Meetings Committee is seeking volunteers to represent chemical education at 2025–2026 regional meetings. If you're already attending, it's an easy way to get involved—minimal prep, no extra travel, and a big impact. Help us connect with attendees and support the Division! News from the Passer Award Committee, Fall 2025 Looking to grow your teaching skills through workshops or training? Instructors at two- and four-year institutions without advanced chemistry degree programs can apply for the Dorothy and Moses Passer Education Grant to support travel for professional development. Recent awardees attended events focused on pedagogy, instrumentation, and early-career faculty support. Program Committee News, Fall 2025 The Fall 2025 ACS Meeting is near! CHED received 333 submissions—thanks to co-chairs Aimee Miller and Cary Supalo. Sessions begin Monday, with most DivCHED programming on Mon, Wed, and Thurs. Abstracts for Spring 2026 are due Sept 29 at maps.acs.org. Fall 2026 symposium ideas will be requested soon! Biennial Conference Committee News, Fall 2025 The Biennial Conference Committee (BCC) has been updating its operations manual, selecting a new meeting planner, and designing the BCCE website. The review process for the 2028 BCCE is nearly complete, and Letters of Intent to host the 2030 BCCE are due December 2025. Save the date for BCCE 2026, July 26–30 in Madison, WI—an in-person and virtual event focused on innovation, collaboration, and the future of chemistry education. Programming proposals open August 1, 2025. The BCCE 2026 Program is What YOU Make It! Program proposals for BCCE 2026 open August 1! Shape the conference by submitting symposia, workshops, or community conversations by November 10. Learn more at bcce2026.exordo.com and join the conversation on Discord. Sponsorship opportunities are also available! Announcements from the Board of Publications, Fall 2025 The Board of Publications (BoP) supports the publishing missions of the Journal of Chemical Education and ChemEd X, serving the full chemistry education community. This year, BoP welcomed new members and Board Associates, supported website revisions with BlueSpark, launched a search for a new ChemEd X Editor in Chief, and began renegotiating the JCE co-publishing agreement with ACS. Check out the new DivCHED website to explore resources, find ways to get involved, and consider contributing as a JCE reviewer or ChemEd X author. Save the Date! K-12 Science Education Research Symposium at SERMACS/SWRM 2025 The K–12 Science Education Research Symposium, held during the SERMACS/SWRM Joint Conference in Orlando (October 26–29, 2025), will bring together researchers and educators to share practical, classroom-based strategies for advancing science and chemistry education. Topics include curriculum design, student engagement, learning outcomes, and teacher development—all with a focus on actionable insights. DIVCHED Virtual Conference for Graduate Students and Postdocs in Chemical Education Research The DivCHED Virtual Conference for Graduate Students and Postdocs in Chemical Education Research (July 28–30) was a great success, offering sessions on careers, publishing, mentoring, and more. Led by Michelle Herridge and supported by ECCES and G2S1, the event brought together researchers nationwide for learning and networking. Stay tuned for next year’s event! DivCHED Sponsors Fundamentals of POGIL Virtual Workshop DivCHED hosted a Fundamentals of POGIL Virtual Workshop on July 31, offering interactive professional development to members at a reduced rate. The event, held in partnership with The POGIL Project and G2S1, featured expert facilitation and strong participation. Apply Now! Virtual CER Grad Student and Postdoc Professional Development Conference (July 28–30) Apply now for a free, virtual professional development conference for graduate students and postdocs in chemistry education research, happening July 28–30, 2025. Sessions cover career paths, publishing, job materials, and mentoring. Application deadline: June 16. Congratulations to the Spring 2025 Passer Education Grant Recipients DivCHED has awarded Spring 2025 Passer Education Grants to Dr. Wayne Hung for attending the ACS New Faculty Workshop and to Dr. Denise Femia for participating in the 2025 Playposium on playful pedagogy. Pagination 1 2 3 Next page Last page
Biennial Conference Committee Meeting The Biennial Conference Committee (BCC) will hold an open Zoom meeting on Friday, November 7, 2025, from 1:00–2:00 PM (DivCHED)—contact the co-chairs for the link to attend.
Celebrating Our Committee and Board Service Nominees As part of our commitment to celebrating service within the Division of Chemical Education, we are proud to recognize this year’s nominees for their exceptional dedication and leadership. Each nominee has made meaningful contributions that strengthen our committees, advance the Division’s mission, and support the broader chemical education community. We congratulate and thank them for their outstanding service.
Congratulations to the 2026 ACS National Award Winners DivCHED proudly congratulates Ellen J. Yezierski, Norbert J. Pienta, and Xue Qing Liang on receiving 2026 ACS National Awards. Their achievements highlight outstanding leadership and innovation in advancing chemistry education.
Message from the Chair Elect It’s been a rewarding year of learning and collaboration within this community. I’m grateful to our leadership and committees for their hard work, especially on strategic planning, budgeting, and professional development. Highlights include new learning events, the ECCES virtual conference, and continued progress across the division. I look forward to what’s ahead.
Safety Committee News, Fall 2025 The DivCHED Safety Committee welcomes all interested in chemical safety education, regardless of experience level. We support embedding safety throughout chemistry curricula and offer resources like the new Laboratory Safety for Chemistry Students eTextbook and RAMP analysis worksheets. Recent efforts include launching a new professional development workshop and planning safety programming for BCCE 2026. To get involved or propose symposia, contact Committee Chair Steve Wietstock at swietsto@nd.edu.
Greetings from the COCTYC, Fall 2025 The Committee on Chemistry in the Two-Year Colleges (COCTYC) recently shared its renewed vision, mission, and goals for 2YC3—focused on community building, professional development, and advocacy for first- and second-year chemistry educators. In May, 2YC3 held its 225th conference at Johnson County Community College, bringing together over 75 educators for engaging sessions and a keynote on student success. The committee also welcomes collaboration with ACS Office of Higher Education staff and continues to offer professional development through its Friday Webinar series and upcoming events at BCCE 2026.
From the Chair, Thom Bussey, Fall 2025 DivCHED Chair Thom Bussey shares updates on recent leadership transitions, progress on the Division’s Strategic Plan—including the new website—and upcoming events like the Fall Social Reception. He also invites members to monthly office hours and encourages everyone to get involved in shaping the Division’s future.
Committee on Personnel & Nominations News, Fall 2025 The Division of Chemical Education thrives thanks to volunteers serving in leadership and committee roles. The Committee on Personnel & Nominations (CPN) helps match members with service opportunities that reflect their skills and interests, while promoting inclusivity across all educational sectors. If you're interested in getting involved, complete the Get-Involved nomination form. Deadlines: Jan 31 (elected roles), June 30 (board appointments), and Sept 30 (committee interest). Questions? Contact Nominations@divched.org.
A Note from the Past Chair, Resa Kelly, Fall 2025 Serving the Division over the past three years has been an honor, shaped by collaboration, dedication, and thoughtful leadership. As I step down, I’m filled with gratitude for our volunteers and confident in the Division’s future under Gina Frey’s inspiring direction.
Regional Meetings Committee Announcements, Spring 2025 The Regional Meetings Committee is seeking volunteers to represent chemical education at 2025–2026 regional meetings. If you're already attending, it's an easy way to get involved—minimal prep, no extra travel, and a big impact. Help us connect with attendees and support the Division!
News from the Passer Award Committee, Fall 2025 Looking to grow your teaching skills through workshops or training? Instructors at two- and four-year institutions without advanced chemistry degree programs can apply for the Dorothy and Moses Passer Education Grant to support travel for professional development. Recent awardees attended events focused on pedagogy, instrumentation, and early-career faculty support.
Program Committee News, Fall 2025 The Fall 2025 ACS Meeting is near! CHED received 333 submissions—thanks to co-chairs Aimee Miller and Cary Supalo. Sessions begin Monday, with most DivCHED programming on Mon, Wed, and Thurs. Abstracts for Spring 2026 are due Sept 29 at maps.acs.org. Fall 2026 symposium ideas will be requested soon!
Biennial Conference Committee News, Fall 2025 The Biennial Conference Committee (BCC) has been updating its operations manual, selecting a new meeting planner, and designing the BCCE website. The review process for the 2028 BCCE is nearly complete, and Letters of Intent to host the 2030 BCCE are due December 2025. Save the date for BCCE 2026, July 26–30 in Madison, WI—an in-person and virtual event focused on innovation, collaboration, and the future of chemistry education. Programming proposals open August 1, 2025.
The BCCE 2026 Program is What YOU Make It! Program proposals for BCCE 2026 open August 1! Shape the conference by submitting symposia, workshops, or community conversations by November 10. Learn more at bcce2026.exordo.com and join the conversation on Discord. Sponsorship opportunities are also available!
Announcements from the Board of Publications, Fall 2025 The Board of Publications (BoP) supports the publishing missions of the Journal of Chemical Education and ChemEd X, serving the full chemistry education community. This year, BoP welcomed new members and Board Associates, supported website revisions with BlueSpark, launched a search for a new ChemEd X Editor in Chief, and began renegotiating the JCE co-publishing agreement with ACS. Check out the new DivCHED website to explore resources, find ways to get involved, and consider contributing as a JCE reviewer or ChemEd X author.
Save the Date! K-12 Science Education Research Symposium at SERMACS/SWRM 2025 The K–12 Science Education Research Symposium, held during the SERMACS/SWRM Joint Conference in Orlando (October 26–29, 2025), will bring together researchers and educators to share practical, classroom-based strategies for advancing science and chemistry education. Topics include curriculum design, student engagement, learning outcomes, and teacher development—all with a focus on actionable insights.
DIVCHED Virtual Conference for Graduate Students and Postdocs in Chemical Education Research The DivCHED Virtual Conference for Graduate Students and Postdocs in Chemical Education Research (July 28–30) was a great success, offering sessions on careers, publishing, mentoring, and more. Led by Michelle Herridge and supported by ECCES and G2S1, the event brought together researchers nationwide for learning and networking. Stay tuned for next year’s event!
DivCHED Sponsors Fundamentals of POGIL Virtual Workshop DivCHED hosted a Fundamentals of POGIL Virtual Workshop on July 31, offering interactive professional development to members at a reduced rate. The event, held in partnership with The POGIL Project and G2S1, featured expert facilitation and strong participation.
Apply Now! Virtual CER Grad Student and Postdoc Professional Development Conference (July 28–30) Apply now for a free, virtual professional development conference for graduate students and postdocs in chemistry education research, happening July 28–30, 2025. Sessions cover career paths, publishing, job materials, and mentoring. Application deadline: June 16.
Congratulations to the Spring 2025 Passer Education Grant Recipients DivCHED has awarded Spring 2025 Passer Education Grants to Dr. Wayne Hung for attending the ACS New Faculty Workshop and to Dr. Denise Femia for participating in the 2025 Playposium on playful pedagogy.