Michelle Hamm awarded Henry Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Award

November 20, 2007

Michelle Hamm, associate professor of chemistry at the University of Richmond, has received one of seven Henry Dreyfus Teacher Scholar-Awards for 2007. Fewer than 10 such awards are made annually by the Camille & Henry Dreyfus Foundation Inc.

Hamm will earn a significant research grant as part of the award in order to further her work with Richmond undergraduates.

The Henry Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Awards Program supports the teaching and research careers of talented young faculty in the chemical sciences. Selection is based on accomplishments in scholarly research with undergraduates as well as a compelling commitment to teaching.