Each year, the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry takes the opportunity to recognize the efforts and accomplishments of its undergraduate students. The prizes for the awards range from certificates of recognition, scientific journal subscriptions, computer molecular modeling software, and books of reference to plaques and cash awards. Some students have competed for and received College of Science awards as well, which demonstrates the high quality of our students.

Yearly Awards

The awards listed below are given out each year. However, there are a great many more that are available for students to earn and receive. The Honors College and various UA organizations provide additional opportunities for awards, scholarships, and recognition.

• ACS Undergraduate Award in Analytical Chemistry (selected by the Analytical Division each year)
• COS Ambassadors Program
• Excellence in Undergraduate Research
• Galileo Circle Scholar
• Hypercube Scholar
• Outstanding Graduating Senior in Chemistry & Biochemistry
• Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant Award (TA awards)
• Outstanding Chemistry Undergraduates (all years)
• CRC Press Freshman Achievement Award
• Outstanding Senior Thesis Award
• and others upon availability