Month: August 2025

MCORE Information Session: Sept 11, 2025

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2025 MCORE Dates: November 3 – November 5, 2025

Information Session:

All seniors and juniors are invited to join a virtual MCORE information session on Thursday, September 11 at 3 PM.

At this virtual info session, you will:

  • Meet Prof. Stephen Maldonado.
  • Hear from current PhD students who have attended MCORE in previous years.
  • Learn what to expect from the MCORE experience

Fill out this registration form if you wish to attend the info session.

About MCORE:

The Michigan Chemistry Opportunities for Research and Education (MCORE) program invites highly qualified prospective students to the University of Michigan Chemistry Department to explore the Chemistry graduate program.

Participants will:

  • Engage with faculty, staff, and current graduate students
  • Tour the chemistry building and labs
  • Explore the Ann Arbor area

There is no cost to attend for students selected to participate in MCORE.

Applicants must be recent college graduates or students graduating by Spring 2026, and must intend to apply to the Michigan Chemistry doctoral program for the 2026-2027 academic year.

For more details, please visit the MCORE Program webpage. Questions can be emailed to mcore.chem@umich.edu.

FOCUS 2025-2026 Executive Board Application

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Females of Chemistry Uniting Scientists (FOCUS) is a student-run seminar series and community outreach program whose purpose is to promote awareness and understanding of the scientific achievements of prominent females within the field of chemistry. FOCUS promotes awareness of women’s achievements to inspire and encourage members of the scientific community.

FOCUS is now accepting applications for its 2025–2026 Executive Board — the next generation of leaders!

If you are interested in being more involved in the organization, being on the executive board is an excellent option, as it allows you a deeper insight into how an organization runs and what FOCUS does on campus within our scientific community.

If you have never been on an executive board, don’t worry! The current board members will help you transition into your new role!

Applications are due by Friday, August 15 at 5 PM.