2026 Biennial Conference on Chemical Education

Many flamingos on Bascom Hill at UW–Madison
July 26-30, 2026
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Reflecting Back, Marching Forward.

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Plan your BCCE 2026 experience—whether attending in Madison or participating remotely. Register, choose how you’ll participate, and get ready for the conference.

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BCCE 2026 Podcast Series

Episodes will help you get ready for Madison, learn more about this year’s conference theme, and explore the Conference Contexts shaping programming across the week.

About the Conference

The 29th Biennial Conference on Chemical Education (BCCE) will be held July 26–30, 2026 at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. BCCE is the largest gathering of chemistry educators in the world, bringing together instructors, researchers, K–12 teachers, and education professionals to share ideas, build community, and strengthen teaching and learning across contexts.

Under the theme Reflecting Back, Marching Forward, the 2026 meeting marks the 50th anniversary of the 4th BCCE, last held in Madison in 1976. Set between two lakes, Madison provides an inspiring backdrop for exchanging practical strategies and highlighting evidence-based teaching across all levels of chemistry education.

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Aerial view of UW–Madison and downtown Madison along Lake Mendota, highlighting the campus and city that will host BCCE 2026.
Aerial view of downtown Madison

About Madison, WI

Madison, Wisconsin blends natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and a vibrant cultural scene, set on an isthmus between Lakes Monona and Mendota with access to five lakes and over 200 parks offering year-round activities.

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The city features a lively downtown with State Street’s shops and restaurants, the iconic Wisconsin State Capitol, and a full calendar of events, all within a walkable core near major hotels. Visitors can easily explore via public transit, extensive bike trails, or local taxi services, making it simple to experience everything the capital city has to offer.

Evening scene on the Memorial Union Terrace, with people gathered under string lights along Lake Mendota, highlighting a signature UW–Madison gathering place for BCCE 2026.
Memorial Union terrace at sunset

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