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| The Joseph N. LeConte Memorial Scholarship was established by family and friends of the late Dr. LeConte, an ECU chemistry faculty member for many years. It is awarded to a full-time student who is at least a junior academically, is a chemistry, pre-medical or pre-dental major, and has a GPA of at least 3.00. The recipient must be a U.S. citizen and need is considered. The 2008 recipient is Meghan Wagstaff. Great job, Meghan! |
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| The Grover W. and Nell C. Everett Chemistry Scholarship was established by the family of the late Dr. and Ms. Everett. Dr. Everett was a former chemistry faculty member and chairman of the department. The scholarship is awarded to a chemistry major named by the department as the most promising junior. Criteria include scholarship and future potential as a student of chemistry. Congratulations to our 2008 recipient, Deidre Brumfield! |
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| The Dr. Keith and Susan Holmes Scholarship is awarded from an endowment established by Dr. Holmes and his wife, Susan. Dr. Holmes received his BS degree from East Carolina University and has recently joined the department as a faculty member following a long and distinguished career in the pharmaceutical industry. Criteria include academic merit (GPA of at least 3.00), extracurricular activities, and leadership potential. Our very deserving 2008 recipients are Diana Gliga and Dakshesh Patel. |
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| The Chia-yu Li Scholarship was established by friends, students, and colleagues of Dr. Li in recognition of his dedication, devotion, and service to the Department of Chemistry and the University as a faculty member since 1973 and in his role as departmental Chair for 17 years. The award recognizes a rising junior or senior chemistry major having a GPA of at least 3.5 and intending to pursue an advanced degree in a chemistry-related field or to pursue a chemistry-related career. Congratulations to Kimberly Strange for receiving this scholarship in 2008! |
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| The Gabriel R. Cipau Scholarship is funded through the Dr. Gabriel R. Cipau Chemistry Scholarship Fund established by the friends and family of Dr. Cipau, a 1974 Masters graduate of the Department of Chemistry and former president of Catalytica Pharmaceuticals. The scholarship recognizes outstanding chemistry majors and/or sophomore intended majors. Criteria include academic merit (GPA of at least 3.00) and future potential as a student of chemistry. The 2008 recipient is Daniel Allen. Congratulations! |
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| The David C. Lunney Scholarship is funded through the David C. Lunney Chemistry Scholarship Fund established by the friends and family of Dr. Lunney, a long-time faculty member of the Department of Chemistry in the area of physical chemistry. The scholarship recognizes outstanding academic achievement by a chemistry major. The 2008 recipient is Amanda Pugh. Great job, Amanda! |
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| The Excellence in Undergraduate Instruction Award is presented to student(s) to recognize and thank those who have excelled in their dedication and performance as an Undergraduate Laboratory Assistant in the General Chemistry Laboratory. The Selection of recipients is made by the faculty upon advisement from the Director of General Chemistry Laboratories. The honoree(s) are chosen from among the talented pool of Laboratory Assistants that serve the Department of Chemistry by devoting a portion of their talent and time to the instruction of peers. The 2008 recipient is Meghan Wagstaff. Meghan is an excellent teacher! |
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| The ECU Student Government Association Outstanding Senior Award is given to seniors in each of the departments and schools. The selection is made by the departmental faculty on the basis of scholarship, leadership, and extracurricular activities. The award is in the form of an engraved plaque. Michael Flye is the SGA outstanding senior for 2008! |
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| The American Institute of Chemists Outstanding Senior Award honors seniors majoring in chemistry, chemical engineering, and biochemistry. Criteria include a demonstrated record of ability, leadership, and professional promise. The award consists of a certificate of recognition and a one year membership in the American Institute of Chemists. The department also recognizes the recipient with a copy of the CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics. Congratulations to the 2008 recipient, Libby Yee! |
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| The Merck Index Outstanding Senior Award recognizes graduating seniors in chemistry. Criteria include demonstrated scholastic excellence and potential for a productive career in chemistry. The award consists of The Merck Index, an encyclopedia of chemicals and drugs. The 2008 recipient is Lisa Jordan. Congratulations! |
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| The Department of Chemistry recognizes senior chemistry majors nominated for the The Robert H. Wright Alumni Leadership Award, sponsored by the ECU Alumni Association. The award is designed to be the most prestigious award presented to seniors during annual commencement exercises and recognizes academic achievement, service to the university and community, and leadership qualities. The department recognizes its nominees with a copy of the Merck Index. The Department of Chemistry is extremely pleased to announce that Jonathan Edwards and Libby Yee were both nominated for this very prestigious award for 2008. |
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| The Outstanding Undergraduate Award in Physical Chemistry is given by the Division of Physical Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry to the outstanding student, or students, in the two semester Physical Chemistry course and laboratory sequence. The award is presented to the student, or students, who were the top academic performers in both lecture and laboratory. The award consists of a certificate of recognition and a monetary gift. Jessica Miller and Franklin Rice are the 2008 recipients. |
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| The Department of Chemistry honors the outstanding student or students in Analytical Chemistry with the ACS Undergraduate Analytical Chemistry Award. The selection is made by faculty members teaching the analytical course each year. The award is sponsored by the Division of Analytical Chemistry of the ACS and consists of an honorary membership in the Division of Analytical Chemistry of the ACS and an eight-month subscription to the journal, Analytical Chemistry. Dakshesh Patel received this award in 2008. Congratulations! |
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| The Department of Chemistry recognizes the outstanding student or students in the two semester Organic Chemistry sequence with the ACS Undergraduate Organic Chemistry Award. The selection is made by those faculty teaching the course(s). The award is jointly sponsored by the ACS and the Joint Polymer Education Committee and consists of a certificate of recognition. Congratulations to Meagan Pate, our 2008 recipient! |
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| The Department of Chemistry recognizes the outstanding student(s) in the general chemistry sequence with the CRC Press Freshman Chemistry Achievement Award. The selection is made by those faculty teaching the courses and is based on the student performance in the courses. The award is sponsored by the CRC Press and consists of a copy of the CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics. Our 2008 awardees are Rebecca Mueffelmann, Carolina Perkins, Clayton Self and Parteek Singla. Great job! |
