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Justice Merchant PSE/CHE '29 stands in front of machinery at his internship.

Oct 27, 2026

Student Spotlight: Justice Merchant

Hearing about our students, from our students, allows us a window into their interests and thoughts about the Paper Science and Engineering program. Justice Merchant ’29 PSE/CHE shared details about his own college career. Tell us a little bit about yourself (or specifically Hometown, graduation year, degree(s), minors, work experience, transfer student/started as a freshman)…
4 PSE students are all smiles having won the Scavenger Hunt at the PPAB Patio Party on Oct. 22, 2026

Oct 27, 2026

PPAB Patio Party: Annually, a Hit

By: Christian Perry ’27 PSE/CHE Paper Science and Engineering celebrated the return from fall break with a patioparty on October 22, 2026, on the PPL back patio. Hosted by the Pulp and PaperAdvisory Board Student Advisory Committee and led by Shannon Lora, the ProgramSpecialist in the Department of Forest Biomaterials, the event brought students togetherfor…
Charlie Pine and Olivia Cross (VCU) Class of 2028 man a booth at local event for Smurfit Westrock

Oct 12, 2026

Co-Op Chronicles: Charlie Pine

by: Charlie Pine PSE/ChE ’29 As I’ve continued my co-op in the Power & Recovery Department at Smurfit Westrock over the past month, I’ve found that some of my biggest learning opportunities have come from teaching others. One of the highlights has been working with a new intern in the department. Earlier this summer, I…
7 1986 alumni pose in front of the PPL paper machine

Oct 12, 2026

PSE Reunion Support

Recently, the Class of 1986 met for dinner on a Friday evening to reminisce. A PPL tour and football tailgating followed the next day. Clark Hight organized the event with her former classmates and the PPAB assisted with meal purchases. PSE Alumni are crucial to our recruitment efforts and supporting our scholarships, Paper International Experience…
Dr. Jameel on stage with conference backdrop

Oct 6, 2026

ELWP 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award: Hasan Jameel

From the European Workshop on Lignocellulosics and Pulp conference, a window into this award. EWLP is a biennial event that brings together researchers, students, and industrial participants to discuss the latest advancements in lignocellulosic research. This is a great honor for Hasan and a recognition of Forest Biomaterials at NC State University. Attached is the…
crowds of students surround career fair tables at Talley Student Union for the Paper Industry Career Fair 2026

Sep 11, 2026

Paper Industry Career Fair

by: Ethan Wolff, PSE/CHE ’28 On Wednesday, September 2, the Pulp and Paper Advisory Board hosted the annual Paper Industry Career Fair at NC State’s Talley Student Union. The three-hour event brought together students, returning alumni, and industry recruiters for an energetic afternoon focused on networking and hiring. While built around the Paper Science and…
PSE freshman group photo at Plymouth, SC mill area

Sep 2, 2026

PSE Freshman Retreat Builds Teamwork

By: Abby Hickman, PSE/CHE ’27 NC State Paper Science and Engineering freshman class participated in the PSE FYE Retreat, held August 28-30. The weekend gave students an early opportunity to experience the pulp and paper industry firsthand, learn more about future career opportunities, and build relationships with the classmates they will spend the next four…
4 PSE students, 2 male, 2 female smile and hold up Wolfies in front of PPL

Aug 28, 2026

Kicking Off the Year: TAPPI Welcome Week

By: Sara Gregory, PSE/CHE ’27 The start of a new school year is always exciting, and this year, TAPPI made sure to kick things off with a full week of fun! TAPPI Welcome Week gave Paper Science & Engineering students the opportunity to reconnect with friends, meet new classmates, and welcome our newest members. We…

Aug 20, 2026

Smurfit Westrock Provides Compelling Internships

By Cale Tomlin, PSE/CHE ’27 My name is Cale Tomlin and I am from Orlando, FL, currently a senior dual majoring in Paper Science & Engineering and Chemical Engineering. I have completed three internships with Smurfit Westrock – two at the Seminole mill in Jacksonville, FL,and this past summer in Evadale, TX. This past summer…
Four individuals standing on concrete steps outside a glass and brick building, smiling and posing together.

Aug 14, 2026

Meet the 2026-2027 Forest Biomaterials Graduate Student Association Officers

The Department of Forest Biomaterials is excited to welcome a new team of Graduate Student Association (GSA) officers for the 2026-2027 academic year. Meet the new officers and learn more about the experiences, goals, and perspectives they bring to their roles! Hao-Chen (Howard) Sun, President My name is Hao-Chen Sun, and most people call me…