K-12 Initiative The K-12 initiative leverages AIChE's Volunteer Base for enhanced and expanded local impact in K-12 Outreach. Our objective is to increase interest, awareness, and excitement for science and engineering in K-12 students and prepare future engineering students and professionals to creatively solve technical challenges in an ethical, environmentally responsible, and socially conscious way.
Imagine what all of us can do. The Doing a World of Good Campaign is one of the most ambitious fundraising programs in our history. AIChE expects to raise $15 million over five years that will be directed toward five transformative priorities. Learn more.
Societal Impact Operating Council (SIOC) The Societal Impact Operating Council is leading efforts to define how chemical engineers can most effectively address societal needs. Accountabilities include outreach and public policy, diversity of the profession, and the global business environment.
Hurricane Disaster Infrastructure Relief and Resilience Planning June 4, 2018A detailed look into the first of two workshops on hurricane disaster relief and resiliency.
Kelly Barb and John Cirucci: Doing a World of Good In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Kelly Barb and John Cirucci, co-chairs of AIChE's Global Social Initiatives Committee, a working group dedicated to promoting volunteerism and social action within the organization. Listen on the Giving site or subscribe in iTunes. This podcast is supported by a generous donation from Raj & Kamla Gupta.
Gift from Eric Reiner Helps Launch LGBTQ+ & Allies Inititative June 15, 2018Chemical engineer Eric S. Reiner's gift will contribute to AIChE's efforts to support the career objectives of chemical engineers in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ+) community.
Gilda Barabino, Christine Grant, and Paula Hammond: Doing a World of Good In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Gilda Barabino, Christine Grant, and Paula Hammond, all of whom are active in AIChE’s Minority Affairs Committee. Listen on the Giving site or subscribe in iTunes. This podcast is supported by a generous donation from Raj & Kamla Gupta.
Gupta Family Foundation Funds Doing a World of Good Podcasts June 20, 2018The podcast series features interviews with prominent chemical engineers and aims to raise awareness of how chemical engineers improve human lives.
Disability Convocation Spotlights the Hiring of Engineers with Unique Abilities May 29, 2018Among the least-considered attributes of people recovering from or adapting to a disability are the new skills they acquire in this process.
AIChE Foundation Establishes John C. Chen Endowment for Young Professional Leadership June 8, 2018Friends and colleagues of the late John C. Chen are building an AIChE endowment fund to support the leadership development of young chemical engineers.
Student Chapter Feature: K-12 Outreach Programs May 9, 2018Dozens of AIChE Student Chapters are helping to inspire the next generation of chemical engineers through their K-12 Outreach Programs.
Delia Contreras on Thriving as a Female Chemical Engineer April 27, 2018In observation of the 20th anniversary of AIChE's Women Initiatives Committee (WIC), Delia discussed her career and shared advice on thriving as a female chemical engineer.
Join AIChE's LGBTQ+ & Allies Online Community September 19, 2017Are you an LGBTQ+ chemical engineering professional or ally? Join the community.
Raj Gupta: Doing a World of Good In the first of the AIChE-Doing a World of Good podcast series Raj Gupta, shares a captivating story of his personal and professional journey to become a leader in the chemical industry. Listen on the Giving site or subscribe in iTunes.
Gayle Gibson: Featured LGBTQ ChemE Professional May 16, 2018A Texas A&M graduate and newly retired engineer, Gayle discusses working in various areas at DuPont, including engineering design, plant improvement, and manufacturing as well as her experiences as an LGBTQ professional.
University of Tulsa Engineers Without Borders Project in Bolivia [Interview] October 30, 20172016 EWB grant recipients Donny Gross and Chris Royal of University of Tulsa sat down with us to discuss their project in Machacamarca, Bolivia.
Greg Yeo: Doing a World of Good In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Greg Yeo who talks about how "grit" has impacted his role as Chief Engineer at ExxonMobil Chemical Company.
Sessions Focus on Breaking the Unconscious Bias Habit April 30, 2018Attendees at the 2018 Spring Meeting and GCPS gained insight into the belief systems and learned stereotypes that influence their actions and decisions when interacting with other people.
Download the 2018 AIChE Spring Meeting, GCPS and WCPT8 Mobile App April 10, 2017The AIChEvents Mobile App is an easy way to stay organized, stay on schedule and stay in-the-know. Everything you need to navigate meetings like a pro is at your finger tips.
The ChE in Context: Your Voice and Role in Public Outreach April2018The ChE in ContextEvelyn Fairman, Phil WestmorelandAIChE members balance two roles in their public lives: that of citizen and that of chemical engineer. As citizens, we desire a just and effective government; as chemical engineers, we apply our skills to improve the well being of society. These two...
Advancing Inclusiveness at 2018 Spring Meeting Help celebrate and advance inclusiveness by attending societal impact sessions at this year's spring meeting.
Championing the Foundation and Doing a World of Good Last year, Syamal and Susmita Poddar announced a matching gift challenge — offering to match dollar for dollar up to $20,000 all donations made to the Institute’s Annual Fund during year-end.
AIChE @ the USA Science & Engineering Festival, April 7–8 April 6, 2018AIChE joins 3,000+ STEM exhibitors to share with grade school students what chemical engineers do and how they contribute to society and the workforce.
International Student Chapter Leadership Development Travel Grant As part of the Doing a World of Good campaign, the AIChE Foundation funded five students from around the world were recipients of an International Student Chapter Leadersh
Congratulations to ACE4G 2017 Challenge Winners March 30, 2018The AIChE Foundation funds an amazing project called the AIChE Chemical Engineering For Good (ACE4G) Challenge.
AIChE & Saudi Local Section Sign Agreement at CEO Forum March 29, 2018AIChE and the AIChE Saudi Arabia Local Section (SAS) have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate and partner on common goals that strengthen chemical engineering knowledge and support societal needs in the Middle East.
Alon McCormick: Featured LGBTQ ChemE Professional February 1, 2018The latest installment of the series introduces us to an LGBTQ+ professor at the University of Minnesota.
E-Week volunteers: Discover DiscoverE February 5, 2018ChE’s everywhere will engage in classroom and community K–12 outreach projects during Engineers Week 2018 (Feb. 18–24).
Paula Cameron: Featured LGBTQ ChemE Professional October 10, 2017Meet Paula Cameron, a Technical service and development manager for The Dow Company in Texas.
Jakari Jackson: Minority Serving Institutions’ Student Travel Grant Winner In this interview, Jakari shares his drive and enthusiasm for “giving back knowledge” to young kids by helping them learn and explore the great opportunities in STEM.
Creating a Culture of Diversity October2016Career CatalystZenaida Otero Gephardt, Vincent G. Grassi , Alon McCormick , Otis SheltonAn inclusive workplace with a diverse workforce ensures that the best talent is at the table and that everyone’s ideas can be heard. A strong diversity culture, like a strong safety culture, is good for business, the profession, and our individual career advancement.
Gerry Lessells Makes a Major Gift to Support the Henry T. Brown Endowment for the Education of Under-represented Minority Chemical Engineers The AIChE Foundation had the honor of talking with Gerry Lessells, a pioneering driver and advocate for diversity, to learn more about what inspired his generous $50,000 matching gift to support the education of under-represented minority chemical engineers.
The ChE in Context: The food-Energy-Water Nexus: An Engineering and Public Policy Priority January2018The ChE in ContextNada Marie Anid, Dale L. KeairnsAIChE’s Public Affairs and Information Committee (PAIC) sees the public and government issues around the food-energy-water nexus to be a priority topic for chemical engineers. Food, energy, and water are essential resources for sustaining humankind...
LyondellBasell Hosts Global Faculty Workshop on Process Safety January 11, 2018Safety experts from LyondellBasell teach college professors from around the world about process safety.
CCPS Project 246 - 2nd Edition Guidelines for Siting and Layout of Facilities Conference PresentationAIChE Spring Meeting and Global Congress on Process SafetyMarch 29, 2017The new second edition of CCPS's Guidelines for Siting and Layout of Facilities has been written to address the many developments in the last decade...
How to Start a Young Professionals Local Section Archived Webinar Jan 19, 2017 The AIChE Young Professionals Committee shares information on how a recent graduate from college or a young professional AIChE member can start an AIChE local section in their area. This webinar offers guidance, ideas and best practices for starting off a successful local section. If you are...
The Political Exploitation of the Scientific Illiteracy of the American Public Archived Webinar Dec 17, 2015 Neil Yeoman speaks to the VLS about his experience working to help educate the general public about scientific issues that cross over to the political arena.
Working Abroad: A Discussion Archived Webinar Nov 10, 2015 Daniel Sujo and Experience Nduagu speak about their experiences immigrating for work, and share advice for those both working abroad or who have teammates from other countries.
AIChE Fellows - Who, Why & How? Archived Webinar Jul 23, 2015 John P. O'Connell tells of this history and criteria of the AIChE Fellow membership class, and hosts a panel of Fellows to speak about becoming a Fellow.
Look Who's 213: The DuPont Story Archived Webinar Apr 23, 2015 One of the oldest companies in the world, DuPont has invented thousands of materials, played critical roles in both World Wars, and has indirectly saved the lives with its aramid fibers, Nomex® and Kevlar®. Jim Porter, retired VP of Engineering and Operations and Chief Engineer who employed by...
Resources, Recommendations and Overcoming Challenges for Integrating Safety Into the Chemical Engineering Curriculum Conference PresentationAIChE Annual MeetingOctober 17, 2011Interviews were performed with more than ten instructors and professors who are currently incorporating safety into the chemical engineering...
Promoting Acceptance of Process Safety Curriculum Requirements Conference PresentationAIChE Annual MeetingOctober 17, 2011In 2009, the US Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) recommended to AIChE and ABET to develop requirements related to understanding...
Process Hazards Emphasis In the New ABET Chemical Engineering Program Criteria Conference PresentationAIChE Annual MeetingOctober 17, 2011This presentation will outline the US Chemical Safety Board concerns and recommendations that lead to the drafting of new ABET chemical engineering...
Safety Education throughout the Undergraduate and Graduate Experience At Michigan Tech Conference PresentationAIChE Annual MeetingOctober 17, 2011Michigan Tech has a mature safety program in its capstone Unit Operations and Plant Operations courses (senior required laboratories; see...
The Importance of Basic Research Investment to Economic Growth Conference PresentationAIChE Annual MeetingOctober 16, 2011The National Science Foundation is the primary source of support for basic research and education in science and engineering throughout the US...
Educating Global Chemical Engineers in the 21st Century Conference PresentationAIChE Annual MeetingOctober 16, 2011Chemical engineering thrived in the United States during the 20th century because of the confluence of discoveries in chemistry, innovations in...
Chemical Engineering Education in Colombia. the Universidad De Los Andes Experience Conference PresentationAIChE Annual MeetingOctober 16, 2011Though the general framework of the current analysis is chemical engineering education in Colombia, this report is centered in the Universidad de los...
New Techniques for Just-In-Time Teaching of Chemical Engineering Conference PresentationAIChE Annual MeetingOctober 16, 2011The use of web-based resources in teaching holds promise for increasing the level of communication between students and instructors and for allowing...
Media Training and Public Outreach: Getting the Message Across Archived Webinar May 25, 2011 This webinar is designed to give participants general techniques on preparing and delivering effective messages for the public.
Chemical Engineering Careers (focus on environmental consulting) Conference PresentationAIChE Spring Meeting and Global Congress on Process SafetyMarch 14, 2011The profession of chemical engineering offers multiple, distinct career paths. Although many young professionals entering the professional world will...
Engineers Without Borders - USA -- Chemical Engineers Can Make an Impact in the Developing World Archived Webinar Sep 15, 2010 Engineers Without Borders - USA supports community-driven development programs worldwide through the design and implementation of sustainable engineering projects, while fostering responsible leadership. In just 8 years, this humanitarian organization has grown to include 10,000 engineers and...
Can Accreditation Help Engineering Schools Develop Leadership Skills? Archived Webinar Jun 5, 2010 Top educators in the chemical engineering field will discuss how leadership development is addressed through the ChE undergraduate and graduate curriculum and experience. The panelists will discuss strategies for developing engineers into leaders, how these strategies can be improved and more...
Chemical Engineering: An Opportunity for Women to Have Impact Archived Webinar Mar 9, 2010 As part of this event, WIC presented a panel discussion geared towards pre-college women describing some of the amazing opportunities for women to have impact as chemical engineers.
What Does it Take to Address the Nation's Energy Challenges Conference PresentationAIChE Annual MeetingNovember 8, 2009The nation is facing a renaissance in energy technology to include dramatic changes in transportation, electricity production, distribution and use,...
Girl Scout STEM Workshop: Experience with 6th-10th Grade Girls in Rural Oklahoma Conference PresentationAIChE Annual MeetingNovember 8, 2009Recently, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. has launched a science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) initiative to engage girls in hands-on...
How the Chemical Engineer Will Shape the 21st Century Archived Webinar Dec 2, 2008 The current global economic meltdown, along with imbalances in energy ecology and equity, imply that the fundamental backbone of the global industrial world needs reinventing. This reinvention must lead to a new relationship between human and nature, which is not extractive but enriching; and is...
Developing the Next Generation of STEM Leaders Archived Webinar Apr 22, 2008 How can engineers and scientists best influence and inspire the next generation of scientific leaders? How can we reach out to the K-12 community to create mentoring programs that develop student skills and knowledge, and provide our youth with a positive view of the scientific and engineering...
AIChE® 35 Under 35 Award At the 2017 Annual AIChE Meeting in Minneapolis, AIChE and the Young Professionals Committee (YPC) recognized and celebrated 35 outstanding young professional AIChE member
AIChE's Director of Publications, Communications, and Sales to Retire in Early 2018 December 15, 2017It is with mixed emotions that I announce the retirement of Stephen R. Smith, effective in early 2018.
Happy Holidays from the AIChE Foundation Thank you for your support. Your generosity has been the driving force to advancing the chemical engineering profession and positively impacting our global society.
Podcast Series Speaks to Top Chemical Engineers November 15, 2017Hear from Greg Yeo, Cato Laurencin, and Frances Arnold about their work and career paths.
Photos from LGBTQ+ & Allies Reception: Hosted by AIChE Leadership December 6, 2017See photos from AIChE's recent LGBTQ+ & Allies Reception: Hosted by AIChE Leadership, which took place at the 2017 Annual meeting.
Interview: Dominic and Nick Nguyen Introduce Their ChemE App December 5, 2017The two brothers' new app, Refyne, uses an interactive refinery game to teach basic chemical engineering concepts.
AIChE Honors Industry Leaders for Inspiring Next Generation of Engineers December 7, 2017Honored at the event were Bhavesh V. (Bob) Patel of LyondellBasell, Jim Fitterling of Dow, and Jack Futcher of Bechtel.
Henry Brown on the Future of Chemical Engineering Education Henry Brown is one of the original advocates for under-represented minority chemical engineers in AIChE. AIChE's Gordon Ellis sat down with him to discuss the endowment in his name and the future of chemical engineering education.
Rachel Segalman on Women Finding Opportunities in Chemical Engineering [Interview] November 6, 2017Rachel Segalman is an Edward Noble Kramer Professor and Department Chair at Un
Fuel the Future of STEM What would today’s world look like without the contributions of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM)? It’s almost unfathomable.
Lizzy Zimmerman on Taking STEM Education to the Next Level November 21, 2017John Cirucci, an AIChE Foundation Trustee, sat down with ChemE senior and AIChE volunteer Lizzy Zimmerman for a chat about her efforts at the University of Iowa, her insights on STEM outreach and her plans for the future.
AIChE #GivingTuesday – All for Good November 28, 2017Your #GivingTuesday, All for Good gift will help support a range of programs for students, young professionals, women, underrepresented minority chemical engineers, and K-12.
The Fogler Endowment Student Donation Challenge We are asking Scott’s students to come together toward a “donation challenge” in support of the H. Scott Fogler AIChE Chem-E-Car Competition® First Place Prize Endowment.
ADM Host Process Safety Faculty Workshop Demonstrating their commitment to safety and ethical practice, Archer Daniels Midland Company hosted their 2nd annual - three-day workshop to train university faculty in pro
Together, we are changing the world. In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Frances Arnold who talks about her work in directed evolution. Listen on the Giving site or subscribe in iTunes.
Interview: 2017 International Travel Grant Winners (Part 1) October 31, 2017Hear from student travel grant winners from Cairo University, Egypt; Koç University, Turkey; Universidad Nacional de Colombia Sede Bogotá, Colombia; and Tianjin University, China.
Kelly Barb: Making an Impact in Humanitarian Development Kelly Barb shares an inspirational story of how volunteering can make a difference across the world.
Interview: 2017 International Travel Grant Winners (Part 2) October 31, 2017In this interview hear from student travel grant winners from Vellore Institute of Technology, India, and Universiti Teknologi Petronas, Malaysia.
Shariq Yosufzai: Doing a World of Good In the third episode of the AIChE-Doing a World of Good podcast series you'll meet Shariq Yosufzai, Chevron’s Vice President for Global Diversity, Ombuds, and University Relations. Listen on the Giving site or subscribe in iTunes.
Check Out A Foundation Supported Session at Annual Thanks to the generous support of our loyal donors to the Annual Fund, the AIChE Foundation sponsored the following sessions at the 2017 Annual M
UConn Engineers Without Borders Project in Ethiopia [Interview] October 29, 2017The UConn grant recipients discuss their experiences in helping a town in Ethiopia develop its water resources.
Cato Laurencin: Doing a World of Good In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Cato Laurencin who talks about his work in regenerative engineering. Listen on the Giving site or subscribe in iTunes.
Session Co-Chair Invites You to Diversity and Inclusion October 18, 2017I recently caught up with MaryKathryn (Kathy) Lee, senior chemical engineer at ExxonMobil Corporate Research, and session co-chair of the upcoming