The Division of Chemical Education is proud to congratulate four of our members who have been named 2026 Fellows of the American Chemical Society (ACS). The ACS Fellows Program recognizes members who have demonstrated outstanding accomplishments in and contributions to science, the profession, and the American Chemical Society.

Please join us in congratulating the following DivCHED members on this well-deserved honor:

• Amy Balija – Loyola University Chicago
• Jetty Duffy-Matzner – Augustana University
• David Finster – Wittenberg University
• Tyrslai Williams – Louisiana State University

Being named an ACS Fellow recognizes individuals whose achievements have advanced chemistry, chemical education, and the profession, as well as their dedicated service to the American Chemical Society.

We extend our sincere congratulations to Amy, Jetty, David, and Tyrslai on this outstanding achievement and thank them for their continued dedication to the chemical education community.

Looking ahead: Nominations for the 2027 Class of ACS Fellows will open in early 2027. DivCHED encourages members to consider nominating deserving colleagues whose achievements have made a significant impact on chemistry, chemical education, and the American Chemical Society. Learn more about the ACS Fellows Program and the nomination process at www.acs.org/fellows.