November is a month when many in our community experience increased pressure as the end of the semester draws near. Students are eligible for Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at the Student Health Center; all IU students who have paid the student health fee can access counseling services at no cost. The services of TimelyCare are also available to students, with free 24/7 virtual mental health and coaching services available via app, including during summers, study abroad, and breaks. 

I am writing with information about an exciting scholarship opportunity for students who wish to pursue careers in local, state, and federal government. Applications for the 2025-2026 Phi Beta Kappa Society Key into Public Service Scholarship are now open. The scholarship will award $7,600 to 20 undergraduate scholars. Ideal candidates for this program are students who demonstrate intellectual curiosity, breadth and interdisciplinary depth, leadership, and a passion for serving others. Membership in Phi Beta Kappa is not necessary to apply.

Key Details:

• Scholarship Amount: $7,600 academic scholarship
• Conference Experience: Selected students will participate in an educational conference in Washington, D.C. from June 24-28, 2026, which will offer training, personalized mentorship, graduate school advice and resources for navigating public service careers
• Eligibility:
  • Undergraduate students with majors in the arts, humanities, mathematics, natural sciences, or social sciences
  • A minimum GPA of 3.5
  • Must attend an institution, like IU, with a Phi Beta Kappa chapter
  • Students should expect to graduate between 12/1/2026 and 8/1/2028
• Application Deadline: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
• Learn more and apply online at: https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/program/ServiceScholars2026

Please share this information with your students. If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to email pbk@iu.edu.

Eli Lilly and Company will be visiting on November 18 for a day of scientific exchange, career discussions, and networking opportunities.

Schedule: Tuesday, November 18, 2025

11:00am -12:00pm   Seminar: Meet the Lilly Analytical and Synthetic Chemists

IMU State Room East

Noon-1:30pm              Lunch & Panel Discussion (RSVP required)

IMU State Room East

This is a fantastic chance to connect with industrial chemists from both Lilly’s Analytical and Synthetic Chemistry teams in Synthetic Molecule Design and Development (SMDD) and Lilly Small Molecule Discovery (LSMD).

College Goal Sunday at IU Bloomington

Date: Sunday, November 9
Time: 2–4 p.m.
Location: Student Central, 408 N. Union Street

About the Event:
Student Central will serve as one of the host sites for College Goal Sunday, Indiana’s largest FAFSA-filing event. Join us to meet with an expert and get personalized help completing your FAFSA.

Filing your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is an important step in qualifying for financial aid and investing in your IU education and your future—and you don’t have to go it alone.

What to Bring:

• Laptop computer (fully charged or bring your charger)
• FSA ID (for both student and parent). If you don’t have one, visit studentaid.gov/fsa-id to apply. It takes 2–3 days for your ID to be verified.
• Personal information, including your Social Security number and driver’s license.
  • Non-U.S. citizens should bring their alien registration number or permanent resident card.
• Tax documents and proof of income (such as W-2s or 2024 tax returns).
• Asset statements, including bank accounts, child support records, and investment or business documents.

If you have any questions about this event, please contact Student Central.

We hope you’ll join us!

Small Group Advising Meetings for Premed First-Year Students

Get a head start on registration planning and learn more about preparing for medical school!

Attend a session with an advisor from Health Professions and Prelaw Advising (HPPLA) to talk about premed coursework and help you think about how to sequence these courses to create balance in your schedule. Come with questions about premedical coursework, community service, gaining experience with medicine, research, and more.  (You should also see your assigned academic advisor for help with building your schedule and planning your degree).

Join us and find out how to get the most out of your college education while preparing for admission to medical school.

Take a moment to RSVP on the date you’d like to attend. If you need to arrive late or leave early that’s okay!

Thursday, November 6

1:30-2:30 pm

Wells Library 009

RSVP here: https://events.iu.edu/hpplc/event/2080074-small-group-advising-for-premed-first-year

Friday, November 14

3:00-4:00 pm

Wells Library 009

RSVP here: https://events.iu.edu/hpplc/event/2096545-small-group-advising-for-premed-first-year

Wednesday, November 19

1:00-2:00 pm

Wells Library 009

RSVP here: https://events.iu.edu/hpplc/event/2096550-small-group-advising-for-premed-first-year

Join the IU Journal of Undergraduate Research (IUJUR) for our annual Research Day, Sunday, November 9th from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm. Research Day provides the opportunity for undergraduate students to engage in a variety of research-related workshops, network with researchers and professionals, and learn how to get involved in research. If you’re interested in graduate school, medical school, or the job force, this event will prove valuable, as research is an integral part of all of these career paths. This event benefits undergraduate researchers of all levels and all disciplines to develop as scholars, network with similarly-minded students, gain insight from research professionals, enhance a variety of research-based skills, and more!

Date & Time:

Sunday, November 9th, 2025

10:30 am to 2:30 pm

Lunch will be provided

Location:

Global and International Studies Building (GISB)

Register here:

https://forms.gle/pCAYwQkzcnVetwvGA

Questions or Concerns:

Please contact iujur@indiana.edu.

Mark your calendar for “Oh, the Places You Can Go!”, a Life Sciences Mini Symposium of Careers, on November 14 in the Biology building. Whether you’re curious about consulting, captivated by AI and healthcare, or drawn to clinical and research paths, this event can set your career journey into motion. See here for more information.

The athletics department in search of Chemistry tutors for student athletes. Contact desmckay@iu.edu for more information.

Fast Facts About Our Programming:

• The pay for this position is $12 per hour for undergraduates and $13 per hour for graduates.
• All tutoring sessions are based on-demand and vary from semester to semester
• Tutoring is course-based, so you only tutor the courses you wish to tutor.
• All sessions take place in the Shuel Academic Center, Sunday through Friday. Shuel hours are Sundays 3-9 p.m.; Mondays-Thursdays 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; and Fridays 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Scheduling is flexible and based on your availability each semester.

Autumn is here and it’s time for Science Fest 2025!

On Saturday, November 1^st, the Chemistry Department will be participating in Science Fest 2025: Scavenger Quest, a College of Arts and Sciences-wide event celebrating the STEAM disciplines at IU. Departments across The College will open their doors to the public and invite them to participate in hands-on activities and witness exciting science demonstrations.

We have several Chemistry student and research groups who will be hosting hands-on activities, presentations by a few special guests, and the ever-popular Chemistry Magic Show, led by our Outreach Coordinator, Rick Armstrong!

But in order to have a successful event, we need volunteers! Whether you are a member of a participating group or just love chemistry and want to share that joy with others, we can use your help. Volunteers are needed to help with activities, welcome visitors to our department, help with room occupancy control, assist in the Chemistry Magic Show, and answer visitors’ questions.

The event this year will run from 10am-4pm – a change in time from previous years – and volunteers are needed from 9am-4:30pm. People can volunteer for a half-day shift (9am-1pm or 12:30am-4:30pm), or for the entire event. We will also need volunteers to help with setup the day before the event, Friday, October 31^st.

All volunteers who sign up by October 10th will receive an exclusive, limited edition Science Fest t-shirt. A light breakfast and  lunch will be provided for Chemistry volunteers. You will also gain the sweet satisfaction of sharing your love of chemistry and encouraging the next generation of scientists!

To sign up to volunteer with Chemistry, please follow the link below to the Chemistry Volunteer Sign Up form.

https://tinyurl.com/ChemSciFest2025

The deadline to sign up to ensure that you receive a T-shirt is Friday, October 10^th.

The final deadline to volunteer is Friday, October 17^th. We cannot allow volunteer registration after October 17^th.

If you’re research group or student organization and would like to host an activity, Rick Armstrong will be sending information about this soon.

If you have any questions about Science Fest or volunteering for the event, please reach out to Aulaire Schmitz, schmitza@iu.edu , or Rick Armstrong, frarmstr@iu.edu .

We hope to see you there!