ACS Chemistry Olympiad 2023 - Schedule

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This document outlines the detailed schedule for the 2023 American Chemical Society (ACS) Chemistry Olympiad held by the Connecticut Valley Section at the University of Connecticut on March 16, 2023. The program features a comprehensive series of events, starting with an opening welcome and a mandatory multiple-choice exam for all participants. The schedule distinguishes between activities for general attendees and competition finalists, including sessions such as Chemical Jeopardy, an essay exam, and a specialized laboratory exercise. Additionally, it highlights a supplementary chemistry seminar focused on advanced topics like chirality and lanthanides for non-finalist students. The day concludes with an awards ceremony and wrap-up session to recognize winning schools. This event structure is meticulously organized to balance competitive assessment with educational engagement, providing students with both rigorous testing and enriching academic exposure through professional presentations.

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Morning Schedule

Registration and Welcome

Multiple Choice Exam and Teacher Discussion

Break and Announcements

Afternoon Schedule

Chemical Jeopardy and Essay Exam

Lunch and Laboratory Exercises

Seminar: Chemistry of the Uncommon

Wrap-Up and Awards

FAQs

When and where is the 2023 ACS Chemistry Olympiad held?

The event is held on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at the Department of Chemistry, University of Connecticut.

What are the three parts of the competition?

The competition consists of the ACS Multiple Choice Exam (Part 1), the Essay Exam (Part 2), and a Lab Exercise (Part 3).

What activity is provided for students not participating in the laboratory exam?

Students not taking the lab exam can attend a seminar titled 'Chemistry of the uncommon: Chirality, Chiral light, Lanthanides' presented by Prof. Gaël Ung.

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