These five biochemistry majors – three current seniors and two ’23 grads – really do love chemistry. A project they were commissioned to do back in the 2021-22 school year has come to fruition and really demonstrates just how much they love it.
考特尼寺 and Lauren Mussig, ‘23, and current seniors Kirsten Kracht, 深红色Stuckert and 查理——阿莉莎德尔· created a chemical demo video targeted toward kids ages 8-12, as requested by the American Chemical Society.
在视频中, they explain how you can use chemistry -- invisible ink, to be specific -- to write secret messages or draw hidden pictures.
But just as with a chemistry experiment, there was a lot of prep they had to do before they got to work making the video. Their professor and advisor, Dr. 内特打转, explained that the students met with experts in video production, scientific communication, video editing and lab safety before they got to work designing their demo on disappearing ink.
The video walks facilitators through the various concepts to explore, safety and other considerations, materials and prep, and instructions and talking points.
Nate said the ACS sent professional video recording equipment so the ‘Berg team could write a script and record the video on campus. After the two-year process, ACS has published the video on its website. 请查看 video and try your hand at writing a secret message!
Chem Club is outstanding – again!
最近, Nate learned that Heidelberg’s Chem Club is the recipient of another Outstanding Award from the ACS. This is the highest award a student chapter can win. Students are evaluated based on their service, professional development, chapter development and finances.
Jeanna Fullom, 查理——阿莉莎德尔·, 深红色Stuckert, 玛迪纽比, 考特尼寺, 艾弗里狩猎, Mac Metz and Kirsten Kracht were the officers for the club during the 2022-23 year.