Vision Statement:
A community that empowers scientific discovery, understanding, and collaboration.
Mission Statement:
Advancing science through outreach, community service, and professional development.
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Nominations for the SJV ACS Executive Committee ARE OPEN!!
The Chair-Elect, Secretary, and Treasurer positions are open for nominations at 3-yr, 1-yr, and 1-yr, respectively. Feel free to nominate yourself, if you have an interest. Use the QR Code on the Fall 2026 Filterpaper‘s first page to reach an interest form. Check out our Executive Committee Opportunities page for the short details and our Bylaw V for the long descriptions.
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Chemistry of Bourbon Technical Talk and Tasting: October 2nd, 2026
Join our local section for a night of bourbon tasting as we explore the chemistry behind the aroma and taste of bourbon with invited guest speaker, Beth Lorsbach. On October 2nd, Beth Lorsbach from Nufarm will discuss the Chemistry of Bourbon and bourbon making while attendees will taste select spirits alongside her talk. ACS Members and non-ACS members are welcome. Ticket price includes spirit tasting, dinner, and non-alcoholic drinks. Ticket sales closed September 18th. Thank you for those who have purchased. Looking forward to seeing you there. See October on our SJV Calendar and…
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Local Section Call for Committee Members
Are you interested in serving on a local section committee? Follow this link to an online survey. See below for committee duties and responsibilities. Committee Duties: Awards Committee – Chair Xiaotan Yu The Awards Committee will oversee nominations, budgets, and awarding of Travel Awards, 50- and 60- year ACS Membership Awards, Iota Sigma Pi Awards, and any monetary sponsorship of clubs or events within the community. The Awards Committee will work closely with the Budget Committee. Budget Committee – Chair Jim Manore The Budget Committee will track expenses, create a budget, and handle payments…
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