Student Chapter of the American Chemical Society (SCACS)

Want to be an active member of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry?  Can’t wait to explore potential careers in chemistry and biochemistry?  Interested in getting elementary and middle school students excited about science?   Eager to socialize with faculty and fellow students?  Then SCACS, the award winning “Chemistry Club” at Canisius University and part of the American Chemical Society (ACS), wants you! Membership is open to all Canisius students and new members are always welcome. 

Activities

• Chemical demonstrations at local elementary and middle schools 
• Tours of local chemical facilities (Honeywell, Hauptmann-Woodward Institute, and others)
• Community service
• National Chemistry Week
• Lasertron
• Rock climbing 
• Christmas party
• Escape rooms
• Bowling
• End-of-year banquet
• And many more...

Executive Board 2025 - 2026

Chapter Awards from the National ACS