APSU Department of Chemistry hosting December day camp

By: Colby Wilson November 5, 2024

Students enjoy hands-on activities during Lab Explorer Camp, hosted June 24-28, 2024, at Austin Peay State University. | Photo by Ralph Acosta

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. — The Austin Peay State University (APSU) Department of Chemistry has a limited number of spots for December’s “Crafting Soap with Science” event, scheduled for 9 a.m. - noon on Dec. 7 at the Sundquist Science Complex.

Secure your spot here for an exciting hands-on workshop exploring the chemistry behind soap making! In this camp, hosted by associate professor of chemistry Dr. Anuradha Pathiranage, students will dive into the science of fatty acids and esters, focusing on long-chain fatty acids, unsaturated and saturated fatty acids, and fatty acid esters using chemistry models. After learning the basics, you’ll get to make your own soap and take it home!

This event is open to students ages 12 and up. For more information, contact Pathiranage at pathiranagea@apsu.edu.

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