Five Nebraska students inducted into ASBMB honor society

May 16, 2018

Lincoln, Neb. — Five biochemistry students from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln have been inducted into the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Chi Omega Lambda Honor Society.  To be inducted into the honor society, students must exhibit excellence in scholarly achievement, research accomplishments and outreach activities.  

The biochemistry department nominated five students for induction, and all were selected.

Students inducted, listed by hometown:  

CORTLAND: Sophia Kisling

ELKHORN: Jocelyn Daubendiek

LINCOLN: Sonoor Majid, Sydney Townsend

FAIRBANKS, ALASKA: Shannyn Bird

All students were presented their official ASBMB honor cord during an induction ceremony held in conjunction with the Department of Biochemistry’s annual graduation reception on May 4.

ASBMB is a national nonprofit scientific and educational organization with over 12,000 members. The society’s purpose is to advance the science of biochemistry and molecular biology through the publication of scientific journals, organization of scientific meetings, advocacy for funding of basic research and education, support of science education journals at all levels and promoting the diversity of individuals entering the scientific workforce.