The University of Maine Pulp and Paper Foundation supports aspiring engineers studying at the University of Maine who are interested in pursuing careers in the paper industry.
Through financial assistance, networking opportunities, and expert guidance and support throughout their academic careers, each student graduates with a competitive advantage—and a job.
The pulp and paper industry is vital for the state of Maine, remaining one of the state’s biggest industries and employers.
The Pulp and Paper Foundation relies on the generosity of our donors to continue to support aspiring engineering students in becoming the next great leaders in the pulp and paper industry.
The paper industry is booming and looking for the next great leaders in engineering.
We’re here to make pursuing an engineering career in the paper industry more accessible for students by covering the cost of college tuition.
We are a unique partnership between industry, students, donors and the University of Maine.
Fibers Fueling Real-World Change: A Chemical Engineer’s Career Story
When you think of chemical engineering, do you picture someone in a lab coat mixing chemicals? Jessica Vigneault, a 2006 graduate of the University of Maine Pulp and Paper Foundation (UMPPF), is here to change that perception. As the operations manager at TimberHP,...
Engineering and Science Events for Young Students
If you’re a student wanting a taste of engineering—or a mentor looking to inspire the next generation of innovators—you don’t have to look far for exciting opportunities! Events are popping up year-round across Maine and beyond geared towards students of all ages....
Pulp, Paper, and… Packaging?
Though we often refer to it simply as the pulp and paper industry, the words “pulp and paper” barely scratch the surface of what this innovative, forward-thinking industry entails. It’s not just the traditional image of manufacturing paper products, but it’s a dynamic...
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