Chemistry Student Accolades
At the annual awards celebration in October, the chemistry faculty recognized our chemistry majors and joint chemistry-biology majors for their academic achievements with the Campbell and Sly prizes and American Chemical Society awards.
The Dorothy C. and J. Arthur Campbell Prize
The Prize was donated by friends to honor Dorothy C. and J. Arthur Campbell, faculty spouse and the first faculty member at Harvey Mudd College and our first chemist. This Prize recognizes a senior chemistry student for their achievement, breadth of interests, and promise. Professor Van Ryswyk presented Matthew Simpson ‘27 and Johnson Ho ‘27 with the 2026 Campbell Prize.
The William G. Sly Prize
This Prize honors Professor Bill “The Snowman” Sly, a chemistry faculty member for thirty-four years. This prize recognizes a junior chemistry student who exemplifies the curiosity, intellectual integrity, and enthusiasm that Bill brought to his teaching and research. Professor Van Ryswyk presented Angela Milo ‘28 with the 2026 Sly Prize.
The American Chemical Society Division of Biological Chemistry Award
This award is given to a student who demonstrates strong performance in coursework at the interface of chemistry and biology, deep engagement with the material, and clear evidence of critical thinking about the concepts. Professor Brucks presented Irene Jung ’27 with the American Chemical Society Division of Biological Chemistry Award.
First-Year Chemistry Prize
This prize is awarded to a first-year student with high academic performance in both the lecture and laboratory components of core chemistry who exhibits a positive attitude, teamwork, critical thinking, and excellent record-keeping. Professor Brown presented Rachel Garton ‘29 with the 2026 First-Year Chemistry Prize.
The American Chemical Society Division of Analytical Chemistry Award
This award recognizes students who demonstrate strong interest in analytical chemistry and an aptitude for a career in this field. Professor Van Ryswyk presented Carter Meyer ‘27 with the American Chemical Society Division of Analytical Chemistry Award.
The American Chemical Society Division of Environmental Chemistry Award
This award recognizes a students outstanding contributions to environmental chemistry. Professor Kavassalis presented Matthew Simpson ’27 with the American Chemical Society Division of Environmental Chemistry Award.
The American Chemical Society Division of Inorganic Chemistry Award
This award recognizes a students outstanding contributions to the field of inorganic chemistry. Professor Johnson presented Zoe He ’27 with the American Chemical Society Division of Inorganic Chemistry Award.
The American Chemical Society Division of Organic Chemistry Award
This award recognizes a students outstanding contributions to the field of organic chemistry. Professor Vosburg presented Johnson Ho ’27 with the The American Chemical Society Division of Organic Chemistry Award.
The American Chemical Society Division of Physical Chemistry Award
This award recognizes a students outstanding contributions to the field of physical chemistry. Professor Zhuang presented Zoe He ’27 with the American Chemical Society Division of Physical Chemistry Award.
Harald V. Johnson P70 Memorial Prize* (*received in May)
This prize was donated by Ben Johnson ’70 in memory of his father, Harald V. Johnson P70. This award annually recognizes a student who has done an outstanding job of communicating chemistry to the general public and the world outside Harvey Mudd College. The chemistry faculty presented Britney Baez with the 2025 Johnson Prize.
Fellowships
Students selected to participate in the summer Kubota and Myhre fellowship programs engage in collaborative research and receive expert mentorship from Harvey Mudd College Department of Chemistry faculty.
- 2025 Kubota Fellowship: Matthew Simpson ’27
- 2024 Myhre Fellowship: Jimmy Boyle ’26