The ACS WCC presents the Overcoming Challenges Award to one female undergraduate chemist for her efforts in overcoming hardship to achieve success in chemistry. The awardee is presented with a plaque and recognized at the WCC Luncheon at the ACS Fall National Meeting.
Award: Monetary prize of $250, plus up to $1,000 for travel expenses
Where: ACS National Meeting
When: Fall, each year
Eligibility: Please see website
Applications due: April 1 (annual review)