From the Immediate Past Chair, Dawn DelCarlo, Spring 2021 It’s difficult to believe that almost exactly one year ago, many of us simply had no idea what awaited us. I certainly had not anticipated my time as Chair to be mostly consumed with managing the necessary adjustments to Division business due to a
Message from the Chair, Stacey Lowery Bretz, Fall 2021 Executive Committee chair shares updates as DivCHED celebrates its 100th anniversary, prepares for virtual fall governance meetings, highlights member achievements, and invites engagement in upcoming events, elections, and efforts to support early career professionals and harassment-free meetings.
Past Chair Update, Dawn Del Carlo, Fall 2021 In her farewell message, the outgoing DivCHED Chair reflects with gratitude on years of service, acknowledges the unexpected challenges since 2019, and thanks the many colleagues who helped advance the Division’s mission.
From the Secretary, Dan King, Fall 2021 Greetings! I hope everyone has had an enjoyable summer and has been able to experience some type of return to normalcy. While we are not out of the pandemic yet, we have made some progress towards a new normal.
From the Chair, Vicente Talanquer, Spring 2022 The Division of Chemical Education shares updates on leadership transitions, key initiatives, upcoming meetings, policy updates, and award recipients. Vicente encourages participation in the San Diego ACS meeting and highlights efforts to maintain a strong, inclusive chemistry education community despite global challenges.
Past Chair Update from Stacey Lowery Bretz, Spring 2022 As the Spring 2022 national meeting approaches, Stacey Lowery Bretz encourages CHED members to engage in person or virtually, thanks fellow leaders, and invites all to explore opportunities for involvement in CHED committees and initiatives.
New Member Committee Update, Spring 2022 The New Member Committee plans to distribute a needs assessment this year and reconnect with members at regional ACS meetings, focusing on feedback from newer CHED members to improve benefits and support.
From the Immediate Past Chair, Stacey Lowery Bretz, Fall 2022 In her farewell message, Stacey Lowery Bretz reflects on three transformative years in CHED leadership, expressing deep gratitude to volunteers, highlighting major accomplishments during the pandemic, and emphasizing the power of community, resilience, and grace in sustaining and advancing the Division.
From the Past Chair, Vicente Talanquer, Spring 2023 Past Chair Vicente Talanquer reflects on his time in CHED leadership, encourages support for current leaders and initiatives, and invites members to get involved in CHED committees and the upcoming national meeting in Indianapolis.