First-year and transfer students in the Department of Chemical, Biochemical, and Environmental Engineering (CBEE) who started in CBEE at UMBC in Spring 2026, Summer 2026, or Fall 2026 are invited to Lunch with the Chair! RSVP Required

Meet the Chair of CBEE, Dr. Mark Marten, and discuss classes, internships, clubs, and careers in chemical engineering. Pizza and a CBEE t-shirt will be provided.

Lunch with the Chair will be held in person from 12-12:50pm on the following dates:

• Monday, August 31st
• Thursday, September 3rd
• Friday, September 11th
• Tuesday, September 15th
• Monday, September 21st

A limited number of spots are available on each date.

RSVP REQUIRED at this link: https://umbc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0P1KZjZBaKMaCJU 

Please email cbee@umbc.edu with any questions about this event. 

First-year and transfer students in the Department of Chemical, Biochemical, and Environmental Engineering (CBEE) who started in CBEE at UMBC in Spring 2026, Summer 2026, or Fall 2026 are invited to Lunch with the Chair! RSVP Required

Meet the Chair of CBEE, Dr. Mark Marten, and discuss classes, internships, clubs, and careers in chemical engineering. Pizza and a CBEE t-shirt will be provided.

Lunch with the Chair will be held in person from 12-12:50pm on the following dates:

• Monday, August 31st
• Thursday, September 3rd
• Friday, September 11th
• Tuesday, September 15th
• Monday, September 21st

A limited number of spots are available on each date.

RSVP REQUIRED at this link: https://umbc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0P1KZjZBaKMaCJU 

Please email cbee@umbc.edu with any questions about this event. 

CBEE Grad Students: coffee and donuts will be available in the common area of the grad student office (ENG 332) from 10:30 am - 11:30 am. Come grab something to eat/drink and take a break!

First-year and transfer students in the Department of Chemical, Biochemical, and Environmental Engineering (CBEE) who started in CBEE at UMBC in Spring 2026, Summer 2026, or Fall 2026 are invited to Lunch with the Chair! RSVP Required

Meet the Chair of CBEE, Dr. Mark Marten, and discuss classes, internships, clubs, and careers in chemical engineering. Pizza and a CBEE t-shirt will be provided.

Lunch with the Chair will be held in person from 12-12:50pm on the following dates:

• Monday, August 31st
• Thursday, September 3rd
• Friday, September 11th
• Tuesday, September 15th
• Monday, September 21st

A limited number of spots are available on each date.

RSVP REQUIRED at this link: https://umbc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0P1KZjZBaKMaCJU 

Please email cbee@umbc.edu with any questions about this event. 

This event is part of the CBEE DEPARTMENT SEMINAR SERIES

SAVE THE DATE - 

CBEE Department Seminar Series

Sarves Peri, Ph.D. 

Project Leader, National Institute of Technology and Standards

Title: 

Abstract: 

Biography: 

Sarves Peri brings more than 32 years of global chemical industry leadership experience, spanning R&D, operations, supply chain, commercial management, and business excellence. Since joining Monument in 2015, he has served in roles of increasing responsibility and played a key part in enhancing the company's supply chain foundation, advancing business excellence initiatives, and supporting growth within Monument's Europe and Solvents businesses. Most recently, Peri led the successful transformation of Monument's Renewables & Fuels business, strengthening performance and delivering meaningful value for customers. Peri's industry foundation was built during his years at National Starch (a division of Unilever and ICI) and Ingredion, where he held leadership roles spanning innovation, operations, and global supply chain management. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the State University of New York and his MBA in Finance from New York University, and he is a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. He and his wife reside in the Indianapolis area and enjoy traveling and exploring new cultures.

Mari Anderson, Master's Thesis Student

Advisor: Özgür Çapraz

TITLE: 

ABSTRACT: 

Location: WEBEX

Agenda

• 9:55 am: Meeting room will open
• 10:00 am: 45-min presentation will be open to the public with Q&A.
• Followed by a closed session with the committee and PhD Student. 

Webex Meeting Info: 

https://umbc.webex.com/umbc/j.php?MTID=mb4f600c4fccfcb6198015d120ca90028

 Meeting number (access code): 2867 740 1005

Meeting password: Q4Ki3jA5RBJ

JOIN BY PHONE +1-202-860-2110 United States Toll (Washington D.C.)

Can't join the meeting? https://collaborationhelp.cisco.com/article/WBX000029055

CHECK: CHemical Engineering Curriculum Knowledge

CHECK meetings are group advising sessions for pre-chemical engineering students led by a CBEE faculty member.

These meetings supplement the one-on-one advising session with a COEIT Advisor to receive advising clearance. They are not a replacement for the one on one advising session.

During the CHECK meeting students will :

• connect about important topics regarding course selection and curriculum requirements specific to Chemical Engineering
• gain insider knowledge about the best timing of classes and prerequisites
• prepare you for your registration clearance and advising session with a COEIT Advisor

Fall 2026 CHECK Meetings

• October 2nd   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 5th   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 9th   12-12:50pm   Virtual
• October 14th   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 23rd   12-12:50pm   Virtual
• October 26th   12-12:50pm   In-person

RSVP Required: 

https://cbee.umbc.edu/check/

Registration opens on August 31st

CBEE Grad Students: coffee and donuts will be available in the TRC 206 from 10:30 am - 11:30 am. Come grab something to eat/drink and take a break! 

CHECK: CHemical Engineering Curriculum Knowledge

CHECK meetings are group advising sessions for pre-chemical engineering students led by a CBEE faculty member.

These meetings supplement the one-on-one advising session with a COEIT Advisor to receive advising clearance. They are not a replacement for the one on one advising session.

During the CHECK meeting students will :

• connect about important topics regarding course selection and curriculum requirements specific to Chemical Engineering
• gain insider knowledge about the best timing of classes and prerequisites
• prepare you for your registration clearance and advising session with a COEIT Advisor

Fall 2026 CHECK Meetings

• October 2nd   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 5th   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 9th   12-12:50pm   Virtual
• October 14th   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 23rd   12-12:50pm   Virtual
• October 26th   12-12:50pm   In-person

RSVP Required: 

https://cbee.umbc.edu/check/

Registration opens on August 31st

The 2026 CBEE Graduate Student Awards will be held on September 18th in from 12 pm - 12:50 pm

Join us to celebrate the achievements of our graduate students and to prepare for the Fall semester. CBEE Graduate Student awardees will be recognized and will also give a brief presentation on their research. 

Please join us for a reception after the awards ceremony. Light refreshments will be provided. 

CHECK: CHemical Engineering Curriculum Knowledge

CHECK meetings are group advising sessions for pre-chemical engineering students led by a CBEE faculty member.

These meetings supplement the one-on-one advising session with a COEIT Advisor to receive advising clearance. They are not a replacement for the one on one advising session.

During the CHECK meeting students will :

• connect about important topics regarding course selection and curriculum requirements specific to Chemical Engineering
• gain insider knowledge about the best timing of classes and prerequisites
• prepare you for your registration clearance and advising session with a COEIT Advisor

Fall 2026 CHECK Meetings

• October 2nd   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 5th   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 9th   12-12:50pm   Virtual
• October 14th   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 23rd   12-12:50pm   Virtual
• October 26th   12-12:50pm   In-person

RSVP Required: 

https://cbee.umbc.edu/check/

Registration opens on August 31st

CHECK: CHemical Engineering Curriculum Knowledge

CHECK meetings are group advising sessions for pre-chemical engineering students led by a CBEE faculty member.

These meetings supplement the one-on-one advising session with a COEIT Advisor to receive advising clearance. They are not a replacement for the one on one advising session.

During the CHECK meeting students will :

• connect about important topics regarding course selection and curriculum requirements specific to Chemical Engineering
• gain insider knowledge about the best timing of classes and prerequisites
• prepare you for your registration clearance and advising session with a COEIT Advisor

Fall 2026 CHECK Meetings

• October 2nd   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 5th   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 9th   12-12:50pm   Virtual
• October 14th   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 23rd   12-12:50pm   Virtual
• October 26th   12-12:50pm   In-person

RSVP Required: 

https://cbee.umbc.edu/check/

Registration opens on August 31st

This event is part of the CBEE DEPARTMENT SEMINAR SERIES

SAVE THE DATE - 

CBEE Department Seminar Series

Lingchong You, Ph.D. 

James L. Meriam Distinguished Professor of Biomedical Engineering
Director, Center for Quantitative Biodesign
Duke University

Title: 

Abstract: 

Biography: 

Minal Wable, Ph.D. Candidate

Advisor: Ozgur Capraz

Title: 

Abstract:

Location: TBD

Agenda:

12:45 am EST - Welcome / Room Opens

1:00 pm EST - Presentation followed by questions from the audience. 

After the questions from the public, the meeting will be closed for the committee discussion.

WEBEX Meeting for virtual attendance:

https://umbc.webex.com/umbc/j.php?MTID=me5602c264aac564af8b039795dc217b2

ID: 28629844058
Password: XYmYvHcn527

JOIN BY PHONE +1-202-860-2110 United States Toll (Washington D.C.)

Can't join the meeting? https://collaborationhelp.cisco.com/article/WBX000029055

CHECK: CHemical Engineering Curriculum Knowledge

CHECK meetings are group advising sessions for pre-chemical engineering students led by a CBEE faculty member.

These meetings supplement the one-on-one advising session with a COEIT Advisor to receive advising clearance. They are not a replacement for the one on one advising session.

During the CHECK meeting students will :

• connect about important topics regarding course selection and curriculum requirements specific to Chemical Engineering
• gain insider knowledge about the best timing of classes and prerequisites
• prepare you for your registration clearance and advising session with a COEIT Advisor

Fall 2026 CHECK Meetings

• October 2nd   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 5th   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 9th   12-12:50pm   Virtual
• October 14th   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 23rd   12-12:50pm   Virtual
• October 26th   12-12:50pm   In-person

RSVP Required: 

https://cbee.umbc.edu/check/

Registration opens on August 31st

CHECK: CHemical Engineering Curriculum Knowledge

CHECK meetings are group advising sessions for pre-chemical engineering students led by a CBEE faculty member.

These meetings supplement the one-on-one advising session with a COEIT Advisor to receive advising clearance. They are not a replacement for the one on one advising session.

During the CHECK meeting students will :

• connect about important topics regarding course selection and curriculum requirements specific to Chemical Engineering
• gain insider knowledge about the best timing of classes and prerequisites
• prepare you for your registration clearance and advising session with a COEIT Advisor

Fall 2026 CHECK Meetings

• October 2nd   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 5th   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 9th   12-12:50pm   Virtual
• October 14th   12-12:50pm   In-person
• October 23rd   12-12:50pm   Virtual
• October 26th   12-12:50pm   In-person

RSVP Required: 

https://cbee.umbc.edu/check/

Registration opens on August 31st

This event is part of the CBEE DEPARTMENT SEMINAR SERIES

SAVE THE DATE - 

CBEE Department Seminar Series

Luke Achenie, Ph.D. 

Professor of Chemical Engineering
Virginia Tech Faculty of Health Sciences 

Title: 

Abstract: 

Biography: 

Debash Teklie, PhD Student

Advisor: Özgür Çapraz

TITLE: 

ABSTRACT: 

Location:  TBD

Agenda

• 8:25 am: Meeting room will open
• 8:30 am: 45-min presentation will be open to the public with Q&A.
• Followed by a closed session with the committee and PhD Student. 

Webex Meeting Info: 

https://umbc.webex.com/umbc/j.php?MTID=m06f68b883fc171e2976f4105e773022c

Meeting number (access code): 2867 838 5302

Meeting password: FtEtS2N5EE4

JOIN BY PHONE +1-202-860-2110 United States Toll (Washington D.C.)

Can't join the meeting?
https://collaborationhelp.cisco.com/article/WBX000029055

Bret Marckx, Ph.D. Candidate

Advisor: Özgür Çapraz

Title: 

Abstract:

Location: TBD

Agenda:

12:45 am EST - Welcome / Room Opens

1:00 pm EST - Presentation followed by questions from the audience. 

After the questions from the public, the meeting will be closed for the committee discussion.

WEBEX Meeting for virtual attendance:

https://umbc.webex.com/umbc/j.php?MTID=mfa45a3f54509baf7b2db6484471a060d

Meeting number (access code): 2632 624 7911

Meeting password: RKnCWHwU233

JOIN BY PHONE +1-202-860-2110 United States Toll (Washington D.C.)

Can't join the meeting? https://collaborationhelp.cisco.com/article/WBX000029055

This event is part of the CBEE DEPARTMENT SEMINAR SERIES

SAVE THE DATE - 

CBEE Department Seminar Series

John Sivey, Ph.D. 

Professor and Chair - Chemistry & Forensic Science

Towson University 

Title: 

Abstract: 

Biography: