Learn how chemical engineering principles are used to understand all things coffee, including brewing, extraction, and flavour!
This session will also introduce the coffee-focused course (CME 494) and highlight how chemical engineering connects to everyday processes.
RSVP HERE!
Interested in learning more about the wide range of topics within Chemical Engineering and the opportunities it offers? Want to be part of a forum for learning, knowledge sharing, innovation, and celebrating Canadian Chemical Engineering? Are you interested in how we can erase the boundary between Chemical Engineering and Chemistry?
If so, you may want to consider attending the Canadian Societies for Chemistry and Chemical Engineering 2026 Conferences and Exhibition in Toronto from May 24-28, 2026! For more details about the conference, see the website HERE.
If you are interested in attending, fill out the interest form HERE! A portion of the attendees’ trip expenses will be reimbursed*
Interest form submission deadline is March 9th, 2026, at 11:55 pm. No forms will be accepted past this date.
*NOTE: Filling out this form does not secure you a spot for the conference. Participants will have to cover upfront expenses and will have the opportunity to be reimbursed for a portion of their trip afterwards.
Pick a ceramic piece to paint, and join ChESS and MESS for a relaxing pottery night! The majority of pieces are in the $18-$28 range. Snacks will be provided!
RSVP here to come -- anyone is welcome!
Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026
NOTE: Studio fees are free for Students on Wednesdays with your OneCard.
Time: 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Crankpots Ceramic Studio (embedded)
Hosted by ChESS & MESS
Eligibility Requirements: Collect a minimum of 10 signatures from current chemical engineering students who support your candidacy using the Google form application.
A Google Drive folder containing all role descriptions, detailed instructions, and the Google Form application can be found HERE.
The form must be submitted (containing full names and CCIDs) to chemical@ualberta.ca by Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 11:59 PM MST.
ChESS's Winter & Grad 2026 Merchandise just dropped!
Click HERE to order before February 27, 2026!
Join us for an evening of networking with employers and shape your future career with industry professionals from top companies! Tickets are $10 and can be purchased HERE. A reception style with beverages will be provided.
Event Information:
Venue - DICE 8 Fred Pheasey Engineering Commons
Date - January 29, 2026
Time - 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Organized by the Chemical, Mining, and Petroleum Engineering Discipline Clubs and the ESS, in collaboration with YCR, the Natural Resources Mixer at the University of Alberta offers a valuable opportunity for engineering students at UAlberta to directly interact with several industry leaders in a more informal and slower-paced setting.
To participate in this event, you will need to get a ticket to confirm your attendance by 5 PM on January 6, 2026. The ticket for this event is completely free-of-charge for UAlberta Engineering Students. Please note that you are limited to buying only one ticket for yourself. We will be providing food and refreshments to all attendees at the event.
Event Information:
Venue - Winspear Room @ the University Club (Address: 11435 Saskatchewan Dr NW, Edmonton, AB T6G 2G9)
Date - January 6, 2026
Time - 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Disciplines - Mainly Chemical, Mining, and Petroleum, but engineering students from other disciplines are welcome too!
Interested in research? ChESS’ annual CSChE Night is a great opportunity to learn and connect with profs about recent advancements and opportunities!
Location: Saskatchewan Room, University Club (UofA)
Time: 6-9PM
Dinner will be provided.
The attending professors are as follows:
1. Dr. Vinay Prasad: Process systems engineering - multiscale modeling, process estimation and monitoring, advanced control and optimization
2. Dr. Cibele Halmenschlager: Oil sands, biofuels, and sustainability
3. Dr. João Soares: Polymers, nanocomposites, and oil sands
4. Dr. Dominic Sauvageau: Microbiology, bioproduction, metabolic processes, and molecular genetics
5. Dr. Anastasia Elias, Associate Dean (research and strategy): Polymer-nanoparticle composites, graphenic nanomaterials, degradable biopolymers, hydrogels, and stimulus responsive materials
Want to represent ChemE at some of the many 83rd GEER Week events? Sign up HERE!
GEER Week is an annual series of events that celebrate engineering student culture. Engineering Disciplines, Y2Q2, and First Year Engineering Students compete in various events (e.g. Scavenger Hunt, Battle of the Bands, Drag Show, etc.) for the title of "Best Discipline" as well as other awards!
Come sing your heart out with us!
Karaoke Night hosted by MatE, ChemE, and MecE at Off Campus Restaurant on Friday, November 21!
Tickets are $8 (plus fees) and include a pre-paid 1oz highball. Get your tickets HERE!
Join us for a spooktacular night! With your $10 ticket you get priority entry and a prepaid highball before 10pm!
ChemE Fall 2025 merch is here -- with a brand new design!
Order your merch HERE. The deadline to order is November 7, 2025.
Come to a hands on session that teaches you how to use Symmetry!
Symmetry is a chemical engineering process simulation software used to model processes such as distillation and separations.
The workshop will be instructed by Dave Sharp, and is on October 14 from 5:00 to 6:00 PM in ETLC 2-009.
Suncor is a globally competitive integrated energy company and a major holder in Alberta’s Oil Sands. Join us for a seminar session to learn about the opportunities available for Chemical/Materials Engineering Students and New Grads! This is the perfect opportunity to ask questions regarding the oil sands industry and network.
This event will be taking place on September 25, 2025 from 12-2pm at DICE 8-207. No registration is required.
6:00 - 7:00 PM in ETLC 2-002