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FAQ
Q: Do I need to register to be a part of CGSA?
A: When you enroll as a chemistry graduate student at the NC State Chemistry Department, you are automatically registered as a CGSA member.
Q: What is there to get out of CGSA as a chem grad?
A: CGSA allows us to build skills that compliment our research, such as organization, leadership, communication, public speaking, time management, networking, and much more.
About
The Chemistry Graduate Student Association of NC State (CGSA) has the goal of establishing and deepening relationships with: the department of Chemistry, graduate students from additional departments, the local community, and the thriving chemistry community in the state.
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Apr 29, 2023. NC State chem grads collaborated with UNC and Duke chem grads to bring ACS career consultants to advice us all on networking. 
Apr 19-24, 2023. CGSA collaborated with Alpha Chi Sigma to put on the “Pie a Professor / TA” event just before finals! 
Apr 16, 2023. CGSA collaborated with GPSA (Graduate Physics Student Association) to put on a Bob Ross tutorial video, allowing reprieve from the stresses of lab work. 
Mar 24, 2023. Chem grads traveled to the Science History Institute to celebrate Women’s History Month, attending a special exhibit on the history of women in chemistry. 
Mar 10-12, 2023. NC State chem grads organized a massive and successful recruitment weekend alongside the Chemistry Department. 
Feb 11, 2023. Chemistry divisional volleyball game. Analytical forfeit 😜, and the Organic team beat Inorganic and Physical by 1 point!! 
Feb 7, 2023. The entire chemistry department gathered in red, green, black, and gold for Black History Month. We hosted other events in the same month to discuss the stories of black chemists. 
Dec 7, 2022. Chem grad students rallied together to provide extra tutoring for undergraduate students before their chemistry finals. 
Oct 31, 2022. Chem grads compete in a Halloween costume contest and trivia for prizes! 
Oct 31, 2022. Chem grads compete in a Halloween costume contest and trivia for prizes! 
Oct 31, 2022. Chem grads compete in a Halloween costume contest and trivia for prizes! 
Oct 22, 2022. This outreach event saw 366 parents, kids, and members of the community at our booths, educating the public about “Fabulous Fabrics” with the help of 85+ volunteers from CGSA, TAGS, AXS, and members of the local ACS chapter! 
Oct 22, 2022. This outreach event saw 366 parents, kids, and members of the community at our booths, educating the public about “Fabulous Fabrics” with the help of 85+ volunteers from CGSA, TAGS, AXS, and members of the local ACS chapter! 
Oct 22, 2022. This outreach event saw 366 parents, kids, and members of the community at our booths, educating the public about “Fabulous Fabrics” with the help of 85+ volunteers from CGSA, TAGS, AXS, and members of the local ACS chapter! 
Oct 22, 2022. This outreach event saw 366 parents, kids, and members of the community at our booths, educating the public about “Fabulous Fabrics” with the help of 85+ volunteers from CGSA, TAGS, AXS, and members of the local ACS chapter! 
Oct 22, 2022. This outreach event saw 366 parents, kids, and members of the community at our booths, educating the public about “Fabulous Fabrics” with the help of 85+ volunteers from CGSA, TAGS, AXS, and members of the local ACS chapter! 
Oct 22, 2022. This outreach event saw 366 parents, kids, and members of the community at our booths, educating the public about “Fabulous Fabrics” with the help of 85+ volunteers from CGSA, TAGS, AXS, and members of the local ACS chapter! 
Oct 22, 2022. This outreach event saw 366 parents, kids, and members of the community at our booths, educating the public about “Fabulous Fabrics” with the help of 85+ volunteers from CGSA, TAGS, AXS, and members of the local ACS chapter! 
Oct 22, 2022. This outreach event saw 366 parents, kids, and members of the community at our booths, educating the public about “Fabulous Fabrics” with the help of 85+ volunteers from CGSA, TAGS, AXS, and members of the local ACS chapter! 
Oct 22, 2022. This outreach event saw 366 parents, kids, and members of the community at our booths, educating the public about “Fabulous Fabrics” with the help of 85+ volunteers from CGSA, TAGS, AXS, and members of the local ACS chapter! 
Oct 14, 2022. Chem grads traveled to elementary schools to teach little ones about the exciting nature of energy! 
Oct 14, 2022. Chem grads put on a poster session for undergraduate students, showcasing the research happening in the department, inspiring the next generation of chemists with what they can do after college! 
Oct 9, 2022. Chem grads tailgate for the FSU vs NC State Football game. 
Sep 30, 2022. Chem grads put on a poster session for undergraduate students, showcasing the research happening in the department, inspiring the next generation of chemists with what they can do after college! 
Aug 29, 2022. NC State Chem Grads took a road trip over to meet UNC chem grads to socialize over a fantastic museum trip and lunch. 
Aug 16 2022. When chem grads ask, chem grads shall receive (within reason of course). 
Aug 7, 2022. Chem grads had to hunt down clues throughout Dabney Hall and Partners III to compete for a prize! 
Aug 7, 2022. Chem grads had to hunt down clues throughout Dabney Hall and Partners III to compete for a prize!
We wish to engage our department by hosting social events and fundraisers and to establish connections with graduate students of various departments by collaborating and volunteering. By partnering with local schools to spark interest in science, we will serve the community with service and education. Moreover, we strive to create professional relationships with the local industry by providing networking events to promote our students and NC State.
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Oct 19, 2024. National Chemistry Week, 2024. Hundreds of attendees showed up to learn about the amazing chemistry of photography and light! The CGSA Outreach Committee rallied student organizations and universities all over to put together one of our most successful NCW events yet! -
Oct 19, 2024. National Chemistry Week, 2024. Hundreds of attendees showed up to learn about the amazing chemistry of photography and light! The CGSA Outreach Committee rallied student organizations and universities all over to put together one of our most successful NCW events yet! -
Oct 19, 2024. National Chemistry Week, 2024. Hundreds of attendees showed up to learn about the amazing chemistry of photography and light! The CGSA Outreach Committee rallied student organizations and universities all over to put together one of our most successful NCW events yet! -
Oct 19, 2024. National Chemistry Week, 2024. Hundreds of attendees showed up to learn about the amazing chemistry of photography and light! The CGSA Outreach Committee rallied student organizations and universities all over to put together one of our most successful NCW events yet! -
Oct 19, 2024. National Chemistry Week, 2024. Hundreds of attendees showed up to learn about the amazing chemistry of photography and light! The CGSA Outreach Committee rallied student organizations and universities all over to put together one of our most successful NCW events yet! -
Oct 19, 2024. National Chemistry Week, 2024. Hundreds of attendees showed up to learn about the amazing chemistry of photography and light! The CGSA Outreach Committee rallied student organizations and universities all over to put together one of our most successful NCW events yet! -
Oct 19, 2024. National Chemistry Week, 2024. Hundreds of attendees showed up to learn about the amazing chemistry of photography and light! The CGSA Outreach Committee rallied student organizations and universities all over to put together one of our most successful NCW events yet! -
Oct 19, 2024. National Chemistry Week, 2024. Hundreds of attendees showed up to learn about the amazing chemistry of photography and light! The CGSA Outreach Committee rallied student organizations and universities all over to put together one of our most successful NCW events yet! -
Oct 19, 2024. National Chemistry Week, 2024. Hundreds of attendees showed up to learn about the amazing chemistry of photography and light! The CGSA Outreach Committee rallied student organizations and universities all over to put together one of our most successful NCW events yet! -
April 20, 2022. CGSA wins the Outstanding Student Organization Award under the leadership of Hailey Young and Carolynn Davern. -
Feb 25, 2022. Thanks to everyone that joined us in the celebration of black history month to promote our colleagues! -
Oct 26, 2021. National chemistry week outreach event in Dorthea Dix park! -
Oct 16, 2021. Chem grads visit Page Farm to pick pumpkins for the fall season. -
Aug 5, 2021. The first years joined CGSA for lunch and an info session about their NC State journey to come.
Contact any of the CGSA officers for more information.
2025-2026 CGSA Board
Officers
- President – Karlee McKinney (She/Her)
- Vice President – Kristy Witte (She/Her)
- Treasurer – Katrina McCarter
- Secretary – Cassidy Oliverio (She/Her)
- GSA Representative – Azka Arshad (She/Her)
- Advisor – Catherine Lull
Standing Committee Chairs
- Outreach – Fontaine McFeaters and Katie Rose (She/Her)
- Social Events – Varsha Verma (She/Her)
- Professional Development – Megan Pike
- Advocacy – Emily Piner (She/Her)
Volunteer Positions
- Website Manager
- Social Media (Empty Position)
- Elections (Empty Position)
- International Student Liaison (Empty Position)
- CGSA Newsletter Editor (Empty Position)
- Lounge Manager (Empty Position)
Committee Members
- Outreach Members –
Contact Us
Outreach
Looking for experienced chemistry professionals to inspire the little scientists of tomorrow? Reach out to our Outreach Chair at:
outreach-cgsa@ncsu.edu
Newsletter
Contact the CGSA Newsletter Editor at:
cgsa_newsletter@ncsu.edu