The Muhlenberg College Chemistry Department will host a week-long laboratory experience for high school students.  Participants will learn practical spectroscopic techniques and see how they can be

used to analyze environmental samples.  Hands-on instruction in the use of departmental equipment including GC-MS, FT-IR, AA, and UV-Vis will be offered.  Various types of environmental samples (air, water and soil) will be collected and analyzed by students.  Instruction will take place in the classroom, field, and laboratory and will be provided by the Muhlenberg Chemistry Department faculty.  Evenings will include a number of social events. 

            For further information, contact Dr. Jason Kelsey at 484-664-3144 (phone)
or kelsey@muhlenberg.edu (email), or visit the Exploring Environmental Chemistry website at: www.muhlenberg.edu/depts/chemistry/outreach/chemcamp/index.html

Additional information about our programs in Chemistry and Environmental Science
can be found at the following links:

www.muhlenberg.edu/depts/chemistry AND  www.muhlenberg.edu/envisci

Eligibility:  High school students who have completed at least one year of chemistry and are about to enter their senior or junior year are eligible.  Students must have a basic understanding of electronic energy levels in atoms and show a strong interest in and aptitude for science.  A few spaces will be reserved for high school chemistry teachers.

Applying:  Completed applications must be received by May 4th and include:  application form (see below), a letter from the student explaining his / her interest
in the program, a letter of recommendation from the student’s chemistry teacher,
and a high school transcript.  A letter from the student’s school superintendent acknowledging his / her school’s participation in this program will be required of all program attendees (a form will be provided to students accepted into the program).  Applicants will be notified of their status in the program by May 20th. 

Costs:   Due to the generosity of our sponsors, there is no cost for instruction, laboratory supplies, or housing for the week.  Students will be responsible for the costs of meals and evening activities.

Send application materials to:                   
Dr. Jason Kelsey
Department of Chemistry
Muhlenberg College
Allentown, PA  18104