Assistant Director of the Organic Chemistry Teaching Labs Nick Hill was hired to replace Allen Clauss as Director of the labs in November 2007. Allen resigned in August to spend more time with his kids. Please join in congratulating Nick on this promotion. Matt Bowman (PhD '06, Blackwell) starts Monday, February 25, 2008, as the Assistant Director, replacing Nick. Please also congratulate and welcome Matt as he starts his new role in the Department. Congratulations to Nick and Matt on their hiring!! We are pleased to see such capable chemists joining our instructional staff.