Industry Archives - U Maine Pulp and Paper Foundation

Expectation vs. Reality in the Pulp and Paper Industry

Alumni Questionnaire, Environmental Impact, 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,...

Practical Benefits to a Strong Network

Industry, Industry Professional Questionnaire

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?

Academics, Industry

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...

5 Signs You’re Destined to Be an Engineer

Academics, Industry

Are engineers born or are they made? Around here, we like to think the answer is both! While some students come to us having dreamed of this career since they were just hip high, others didn’t discover engineering until well into high school. Through years of working...

Co-op Chronicles: Summer 2024

General News, Industry, Student Life, Uncategorized

Here at the University of Maine Pulp + Paper Foundation (UMPPF), we’re all about hands-on, real-world learning. It’s the very reason we require students to participate in co-ops and internships. Both offer unmatched opportunities to network, enhance skill-building,...

Embracing the Digital Era: Trends in the Pulp and Paper Industry

Industry

There are a few promises of the pulp and paper industry. For starters, you’ll never get bored. The industry is continually evolving to meet the ever-changing demands of manufacturers, consumers, and even the land. As budding professionals in the field, it’s important...