The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry would like to congratulate Dr. Claudia Turro for being awarded the 2017 Mentor on the Map Award from The National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers. Also known as the Exemplary Student Mentorship Award, this award recognizes an individual who has encouraged the professional development of students at all levels, and who has shown dedication and commitment to the education of others, as well as a passion for STEM. Dr. Turro will be honored for this award at the 44^th NOBCChE Annual Awards Ceremony in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Congratulations Dr. Turro!