The Randolph T. Major Symposium, established in 1976 through an endowment from Merck and Company, Inc., honors the contributions of Dr. Randolph Major, a Research Professor at the University of Connecticut, who played a significant role in the development of research programs at Merck.
Over the last 40 years, the R. T. Major Symposium has been a signature event in the Department of Chemistry. It brings eminent scholars from around the world to Storrs to lecture on topics in all areas of chemistry. This event also offers the opportunity to celebrate the University of Connecticut's dedication to research excellence in chemistry.
