The Muhlenberg College Chemistry Department will host a week-long laboratory experience for high school students.  Students will learn practical spectroscopic techniques and see how they can be used to analyze environmental samples.  Students will receive hands-on instruction in the use of departmental equipment including:  GC-MS, FT-IR, AA, and UV-Vis.  Various types of environmental samples (air, water and soil) will be collected and analyzed by the students.  Instruction will take place in the classroom, field, and laboratory.  Faculty members in the Muhlenberg Chemistry Department will provide all instruction.  Evenings will include a number of social events.          
      For further information, contact Dr. Jason Kelsey at 484-664-3144 (phone), 484-664-3546 (fax), or
kelsey@muhlenberg.edu (email).

Additional information about our programs in Chemistry and Environmental Science can be found at the following links:
            www.muhlenberg.edu/depts/chemistry/ AND  http://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 7^th and must include:  application form, 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 21^th.   

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