The American Institute of Chemical Engineers Student Chapter at The University of Akron began in 1970, originally known as the Chemical Engineer's Club which was formed in 1967. The chapter is an undergraduate-led student group for Chemical Engineering majors.
Membership is open to all chemical engineering and undecided majors.
The primary focus of the club is to provide a common meeting ground for members of all chemical engineering classes. AIChE seeks to promote the professional development of its members by its programs and through its relation with other student chapters and the national section of AIChE. Through activities involving the faculty and student members, AIChE wants to contribute to the development of Chemical Engineering at the University of Akron. Each year, the University's student chapter hosts speakers from various chemical industries, ventures out on plant tours, and travels to conventions sponsored by the national organization. This provides an excellent opportunity for future engineers to ask questions and learn about the endless possibilities in their field of study. Tailgate parties at sporting events, tobogganing trips, euchre tournaments, the annual Halloween party, and an entertaining Spring banquet help relieve the stress that often accompanies classes.