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Top 5 U.S. Cities for Paper Production (Outside of Maine!)
For the pulp and paper fanatics of Maine, the state may feel synonymous with paper. Our lush forests, expansive waterways, and modern papermaking facilities have all contributed to make it an important part of the global pulp and paper industry since the early 1700s....
Talking to Alums About: Alternative Career Paths in Pulp and Paper
Many UMPPF students work co-op positions in pulp or paper mills and production facilities while they’re still in college. But what if you’re interested in pursuing something a little…different? We’ve got these opportunities too! The truth is, the pulp and paper...
Is the Pulp & Paper Industry Sustainable?
It makes sense that Gen Z and Millennials are the most concerned about climate change and sustainability—their futures (and their children’s futures) depend on the health of the planet. And although the paper industry may have had a bad rap in the past, the picture is...
Interviewing for Engineers: 9 Tips to Flex at Your Job Interview
You’ve written your resume and attended networking events, but what about a job interview? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back! As a Pulp and Paper Foundation scholarship recipient, we help you prepare for and choose which interviews you’d like to participate in. Yes, we...
A Senior’s Look Back: Chemical Engineers
Wish you could hear from engineering students about their college experiences? You’re in luck! We recently talked to four graduating seniors to get the answers you’re looking for. They shared about college life, their experiences with the UMPPF, and their engineering...
TREE Trip Journal 2023
Ten days, seven pulp & paper sites, and Paris too! By Carrie Enos, President, University of Maine Pulp and Paper Foundation In May, 14 students participated in UMaine’s TREE (Tappi Research Expedition Europe) trip through Amsterdam, Germany, Belgium, and France to...
A Senior’s Look Back: Mechanical Engineers
Are you wondering whether UMaine engineering is for you? Or maybe you’re wondering whether the college experience has changed since you last attended, and you want to know what’s on the minds of graduating seniors. We think one of the best ways to get the answers you...
All You Need to Know: Co-ops and Internships
Final exams have come and gone, students are packing up their dorm rooms, and you’re preparing for your summer job back home. Sounds pretty decent, right? But what if we told you that you could spend your summer living (almost) anywhere across the country doing...
7 Reasons Why Studying Engineering at UMaine Rocks
An engineering career can take you anywhere in the world you want to go. And, honestly, we encourage traveling and working abroad while developing your skills. But while you’re considering college, may we suggest University of Maine as the place to be? We’re...
Networking for Engineers: Top Ten Tips to Make an Impression
We know, even the word “networking” gives you chills and a nervous stomach, but we’re here to tell you—it’s not that bad! We’re all beginners at some point, but we promise it gets better with practice. Why do I need to network? Well… lots of reasons! It’s an important...
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