The PPG Chemical Engineering Undergraduate Professional Development Fund is for current Chemical Engineering students (sophomores, juniors, or seniors) who are actively participating in a professional conference or professional development opportunity. A maximum of $500 will be awarded per student, and students are limited to one funded award during their undergraduate career. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis but should be submitted at least one month before your conference, event, or travel. Decisions are made on a first come, first served basis starting at the beginning of each fall semester, until funds are exhausted.

  • A student stands smiling in front of a research poster.
    Linda presented at the National Collegiate Research Conference.
  • Two college students smile for a photo. A large window is behind them, through which can be seen a bright blue sky and a skyscraper.
    Olivia and Sydney attended the Forté College Fast Track to Finance Conference.
  • A group of 10 college students smile for a group photo by a large sign for the A.I.C.h.E. conference in San Diego.
    Kosta, Ethan, Nikhil, and Jing competed with the ChemE Cube team at the 2024 American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Annual Student Conference.
  • A student stands in front of a research poster.
    Justin presented at the Gerontological Society of America Conference.
  • A college student gestures to their research poster while presenting to two people who can be seen only from behind. In the background are other research posters and student researchers.
    Chetan presented at the 2023 American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Annual Student Conference.

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    PPG Chemical Engineering Undergraduate Professional Development Fund request form