Welcome!
The Chemistry and Biochemistry Club is a student-organization made up by students who are dedicated to helping all majors succeed professionally and academically. The club hosts numerous events throughout the schoolyear, including:
- speakers from the academia and the industry to speak about professional opportunities for STEM majors
- organize peer tutoring
- assistance with test preparation study groups
- professional development
- community outreach
- and more!
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Tutoring
The Chemistry and Biochemistry Club is offering tutoring services via Zoom.
Scan the QR code to join Discord for updates!
Upcoming Events
Join the Chemistry and Biochemistry Club (in collaboration with the SACNAS Chapter, ASM Chapter, adn the Chicanos for Community Medicine Club) for a FINALS Study Sessioin on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, from 12pm-4pm in Biological Sciences 220. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Join the Chemistry and Biochemistry Club, Chicanos/Latinos for Community Medicine, and Cal State LA SACNAS Chapter for Stem Club Social on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at Biological Sciences from 12pm-4pm. We hope you can join us!
Join the Chemistry and Biochemistry Club for coffee hour every first Wednesday of the month! Coffee hour is hosted at Biological Sciences 302 from 12pm-2pm. We hope to see you!
Previous Events
List of activities and events for the National Chemistry Week:
Monday, Oct. 17, 2022
Opening Statement/Introduction to Industry (via Zoom) 4:30-5:30 pm
Opening State by Dr. Krishna Foster, Chemistry and Biochemistry Dept. Chair
Guest speaker: Dr. Vivian Medina, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company
Zoom link: Click here
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2022
Hydrophobic effects on Waterproof Fabric (in front of La Kretz Hall) 2:00-4:00 pm
We will investigate hydrophobicity effect using waterproof spray and explain its concept.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022
Tie Dye/Designing Labcoats (in front of La Kretz Hall) 1:00-3:00pm
Come out and design your lab coats! We will provide some fabrics to draw cool chemistry molecules!
Friday, Oct. 21, 2022
Student Researcher Talk (via Zoom) 12:00-1:00 pm
Student Researchers: Angel Arrendondo and Pavithra Wijeratne, Alumni and Current Graduate Student
Future Events Announcements
Zoom link: Click here
Week 2 1/31 Tuesday 11-2 pm. Club Fair! Location: On campus-main campus walkway
Week 3 2/10 Friday 12-1 pm. Speaker: Dr. Brenda Andrade-Rounds; Topic: How to maximize your potential at CSULA; ZOOM
Feb. 24, 2023, Friday.
Time: 12pm-1 pm
Guest Speaker: Dr. Costello L. Brown
Topic: Dr. Ferguson’s legacy and his impact; ZOOM
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Week 7: Meet Dr. Darryl Boyd, 2023's Lloyd N. Ferguson Lecture Keynote Speaker
Thursday, March 9, 2023
from 3:30pm-4:30pm
Location: Biological Sciences 159
Dr. Boyd works as a Research Chemist and Materials Scientist with US Naval Research Academy. Come and meet Dr. Boyd and learn more about his specialty and having a career in Chemistry!
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Week 9: Alumni Industry Panel
Friday, March 17, 2023
Time: 5-6pm
Location: Zoom (see flyer for meeting ID)
The Chemistry and Biochemistry Club invites Cal State LA alumni to host a panel and discuss their industry careers.
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Week 11-14: Preview Day! (with opportunities to volunteer!)
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Week 12: Chemistry and Biochemistry Election
Join us in kicking off Chemistry Week on October 16, 2023 by welcoming Dr. Jose Zavala who will discuss unconventional paths in STEM. Scan the QR code for more updates!
To access the recording:
https://calstatela.zoom.us/rec/share/0Ksdqk-btnJyKjBAzHJXJC47-lpNvmgDGxxLpmxfYe39GWusrwAobAe6o1DcebPb.joObhu3_QeOUNUjz
Passcode: 8rd#l6fn
Join us on October 17, 2023 from 11 am-12 pm to welcome three speakers who will provide discussion and insight into pursuing research and doctoral experience!
To access the recording:
https://calstatela.zoom.us/rec/share/TXzUhSeRkpn3kEEsCI39jAjkoTfTR-PWdEvxgSWU_6oDMFecPnmI3A8r9MZaH9lJ.js1Rhym4gEHly1pK
Passcode: ?zX8P.gE
SPRING 2024 COFFEE HOUR
Join us at every first Monday of the month from 12pm-2pm for coffee, snacks, and Chemistry at Biological Sciences 302. We hope to see you there!
CAL STATE LA FACULTY SPEAKER SERIES
On February 8 at 10 a.m., Dr. Caitlin Scott is joining us as a guest speaker to discuss her current projects in her research lab. Join us via Zoom to learn more about research at Cal State LA and meet Dr. Scott!
Zoom ID: 827 7244 2554
On February 9 at 11 a.m., Dr. Yixian Wang is joining us as a guest speaker who will speak to her experiences as a researcher in the field of Chemistry. Join us via Zoom to learn more about research at Cal State LA!
Zoom ID: 867 8920 3487
Join the Chemistry and Biochemistry Club in celebrating National Chemistry Week! Learn more about how to succeed as a chemistry or biochemistry major and meet representatives from Takeda Pharmaceuticals to find out about their summer research program and internships. The event will be hosted on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 in the Innovation Hub- Library North A119A from 12pm-2pm. See you there!
Join the Chemistry and Biochemistry Club in celebrating National Chemistry Week with a magic show using Chemistry! The event will be hosted in Biological Sciences 144 from 12pm-2pm on Friday, October 25, 2024. See you there!
Join the Chemistry and Biochemistry Club for their first event in Fall 2024: Popsicle Hour at the Ferguson Courtyard on Monday, Sept. 9, 2024 from 12-2pm.
Meet the members of Chemistry and Biochemistry Club, learn about their services including tutoring, and get a free popsicle!
