Each year, invited speakers share their expertise, research breakthroughs, and professional experiences, offering valuable perspectives on cutting-edge developments across chemical sciences. Their contributions not only celebrate excellence but also foster meaningful dialogue, mentorship, and collaboration among students, faculty, and guests. Browse the list below to learn more about the accomplished speakers who have helped make this program a cornerstone of the University of Utah’s commitment to scientific achievement and discovery.
Past Annual Chemistry Awards Speaker
1970 – Dr. Cheves Walling University of Utah Professor
1971 – Dr. Calvin VanderWerf Hope College President
1972 – Dr. Robert W. Parry University of Utah Professor
1973 – Dr. Jack H. Adamson University of Utah Professor
1974 – Dr. Harold F. Folland University of Utah Professor
1975 – Dr. Arvo Van Alstyne University of Utah Professor
1976 – Dr. David P. Gardner University of Utah President
1977 – Dr. Cedric Davern University of Utah Professor & Dean, School of Medicine
1978 – Dr. Henry Eyring University of Utah Professor
1979 – Dr. John D. Spikes University of Utah Professor
1980 – Dr. B. Gale Dick University of Utah Profesor
1981 – Dr. James Clayton University of Utah Professor & Dean, Graduate School
1982 – Dr. Robert W. Parry University of Utah Professor
1983 – Dr. David M. Grant University of Utah Professor & Dean, College of Science
1984 – Dr. Cheves Walling University of Utah Professor
1985 – Dr. E. Allan Davis University of Utah Professor
1986 – Dr. B. Gale Dick University of Utah Professor
1987 – Dr. James H. Gardner University of Utah Professor
1988 – Dr. Rodney H. Brady Bonneville International Corp. President & CEO
1989 – Dr. Ed Yeates KSL Television Science Editor
1990 – Dr. James Morrison University of Utah Professor
1991 – Dr. Charles C. Hobbs, Jr.Hoechst Celanese Corp. Consultant
1992 – Dr. Jerilyn McIntyre University of Utah Vice President, Academic Affairs
1993 – Dr. Arthur K. Smith University of Utah President
1994 – Dr. T. Benny Rushing University of Utah Dean, College of Science
1995 – Dr. Ann W. Hart University of Utah Dean, Graduate School
1996 – Dr. Richard K. Koehn University of Utah Vice President, Research
1997 – Dr. David W. Pershng University of Utah President
1998 – Dr. David Chapman University of Utah Professor & Dean, Graduate School
1999 – Jeffrey L. Anderson University of Utah Professor & Chief of Cardiology
2000 – Dr. Bernie Machen University of Utah President
2001 – Lee Siegel University of Utah Science News Specialist
2002 – Dr. John Francis University of Utah Vice President for Academic Affairs
2003 – Dr. Sung Wan Kim University of Utah Professor
2004 – Dr. Raymond GestelandUniversity of Utah Professor, Vice President of Research
2005 – Dr. Erik M. Jorgensen University of Utah Professor, Scientfic Director of Utah Brain Institute
2006 – Michael K. Young University of Utah President
2007 – Dr. Jack Brittain University of Utah Dean
2008 – Dr. James S. Sugihara North Dakota State University Professor Emeritus
2009 – “Eyring Legacy Video” University of Utah Professor
2010 – Dr. Jerry A. Murray SMP & PD Amgen Vice President
2011 – Dr. Cynthia Furse University of Utah Associate Vice President of Reserach
2012 – Thomas F. Thatcher Thatcher Company Executive Vice President
2013 – Dr. Craig V. Lee Salt Lake Prosthodonics Doctor
2014 – Jeff Edwards Economic Development Corp. of Utah President and CEO
2015 – Dr. Don L. Reese University of Utah Medical Alumni Board
2016 – Dr. Glenn Prestwich University of Utah Presidential Professor
2017 – Dr. Clifton Sanders Salt Lake Community College Provost for Academic Affairs
2018 – Dr. David W. Pershing University of Utah Professor and Past President
2019 – Dr. Michelle E. WilliamsArekma’s PMMA Managing Director
2022 – Dr. Chase Hagood University of Utah Vice President & Dean
2023 – Adrienne Carey University of Utah Assist. Professor, Program Director
2024 – Dr. Amy M. Barrios University of Utah Professor
2025 – Dr. Jessica R. Kramer University of Utah Associate Professor
2026 – Victor Gill Trace Air Quality Founder & CEO