2020 SWRM AWARD WINNERS

Recognizes individuals and/or institutions that have advanced diversity in the chemical sciences and significantly stimulated or fostered activities that promote inclusiveness within the ACS Southwest Region. 

RECIPIENT: Aderemi Oki, Prairie View A&M University

Recognizes a person who has made meritorious contributions to the advancement of chemistry, chemical engineering, chemical education, either pure or applied, or to the profession in general.

RECIPIENT:   Julia Chan, Professor of Chemistry & Biochemistry, University of Texas at Dallas

Dallas Fort Worth Local Section

Recognizes the volunteer efforts of individuals who have served the ACS, contributing significantly to the goals and objectives of the Society through their regional activities.

 RECIPIENT:   Amber S. Hinkle, Vice President and Plant Manager, Covestro Inc.

Greater Houston Local Section 

Recognizes, encourages, and stimulates outstanding teachers of high school chemistry.

RECIPIENT:  Jo L. King, Plano West Senior High School,  Plano West Senior High

Dallas Fort Worth Local Section 

Recognizes partnerships among industry, academia, government, small businesses and /or other organizations that result in impactful outcomes.

RECIPIENTS: 

Darren L. Williams, Professor of Chemistry, Sam Houston State University
Leader of the Cleaning Group - Greater Houston Local Section; and

Barbara Kanegsber, President, BFK Solutions, LLC 

Committee Chair: Dr. Stassi DiMaggio, Xavier University of Louisiana