Annual Chemistry Day at UNL is October 11

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Department of Chemistry will host its eighth annual Chemistry Day from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Oct.11. Chemistry Day introduces high school juniors, seniors, parents and science teachers to the opportunities and careers in the field of chemistry. UNL students who are interested in becoming chemistry majors are also welcome to participate.

Events will be held in Hamilton Hall on UNL City Campus. Activities include guided tours of chemistry labs and special instrumentation centers, an informational session featuring a variety of experimental demonstrations in addition to academic information, and a special session by professor Mark Griep titled, "A Periodic Table of Elements in the Movies." Optional campus tours and teacher roundtables will also be available.

Registration for this event is free and includes lunch catered by Valentino's and the opportunity to win scholarships and other chemistry related prizes.

For more information or to register, please visit the Chemistry Department's Web site at www.chem.unl.edu/chemday/ or contact Peg Bergmeyer at (402) 472-3514 or pbergmeyer2@unl.edu.