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What’s A Co-op?
You’ve probably heard of internships, but have you heard of co-ops? If you’re an engineering student at the University of Maine, or thinking about becoming one, then it’s a term you’ll probably want to become familiar with. First Things First: What Is It? A co-op...
How One Summer Sparked a Career in Pulp and Paper
When Sarah Loner attended the UMaine Pulp + Paper Foundation’s Consider Engineering summer program in high school, she had no idea it would forever influence her future. “That one decision completely changed my life,” she says. “It set me up for an amazing experience...
Celebrating the Class of 2025: What’s Next?
Every May, caps fly and bright futures begin. At the University of Maine Pulp and Paper Foundation (UMPPF), graduation is more than a milestone—it’s a launchpad into an industry with virtually endless opportunities. For the Class of 2025, that launch is already well...
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...
Careers in the Pulp and Paper Industry
Collaboration drives innovation in the dynamic pulp and paper industry. Engineers of all disciplines come together to share their unique skillsets and perspectives, ensuring efficiency, sustainability, and new developments. In this blog, we provide a small window into...
Expectation vs. Reality in the Pulp and Paper Industry
When we chat with students and alumni, it's interesting to see how their views of the industry change once they've had a chance to experience it firsthand. Quite often, after our scholarship recipients finish a co-op or a graduate enters the workforce, they come back...
Practical Benefits to a Strong Network
The world of pulp and paper is an exciting field with many opportunities—whether you’re a student just getting started or a seasoned professional looking to pivot. It’s also a tight-knit industry. Over many decades, we’ve built an expansive network of company members,...
What is Chemical Engineering, Really?
When it comes to understanding engineering disciplines, chemical engineering often finds itself shrouded in misconceptions. At UMaine Pulp and Paper Foundation, we don’t shy away from addressing these misconceptions head on. Chemical engineers are in high demand and...
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