The objects of this Chapter shall be to afford an opportunity for students of a chemical science to become better acquainted, to secure the intellectual stimulation that arises from professional association, to obtain experience in preparing and presenting technical material before chemical audiences, to foster a professional spirit among members, to instill a professional pride in the chemical sciences, to increase awareness of the importance of science to all school age individuals, and to foster an awareness of the responsibilities and challenges of the modern chemist.

Attending 56th ACS Southeast Regional Meeting, Research Triangle Park, NC, Nov 10-13, 2004