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A Paper International Experience: Rick Conner Reflects on Studying Abroad in Finland

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Oct 3, 2024

The US Port Strike Is Not A Reason To Hoard Toilet Paper, Experts Say

Global News
Ronalds Gonzalez, a supply chain expert from North Carolina State University, told Global News that the perceived shortages have nothing to do with the port strike.

Oct 3, 2024

No, the Current Port Strike is Not Likely to Impact Your Supply of Toilet Paper

WUSA
“We do not expect a major impact in the supply of tissue paper because of the port strike,” as “about 95%” of toilet paper is manufactured in the U.S., Ronalds Gonzalez, associate professor in the Department of Forest Biomaterials at NC State, said.

Oct 3, 2024

Toilet Paper Not Expected To See Direct Impacts From Port Strike: ‘People Need To Calm Down’

USA Today
“People need to calm down and stop buying more than what they need to allow inventories to remain stable,” said NC State professor Ronalds Gonzalez.

Oct 3, 2024

Is Toilet Paper Affected By Port Strike? What Arizona Shoppers Must Know Before Panic Buying

The Arizona Republic
If the strike lasts longer than a week or two, some researchers have raised the possibility of a lack of the raw materials used to make toilet paper.

Oct 3, 2024

Where is Toilet Paper Made? As Consumers Scramble, the Demand isn’t Necessary

The Delaware News Journal
American manufacturers produce billions of rolls of consumer-grade toilet paper each year – more than enough for shoppers, according to Ronalds Gonzalez, an associate professor in the Department of Forest Biomaterials at NC State.
Anika Shah standing in front of Tower Bridge in London, United Kingdom - London Calling: Anika Shah Reflects on Studying Abroad in the UK - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

Sep 30, 2024

London Calling: Anika Shah Reflects on Studying Abroad in the UK

Shah was one of 14 NC State students who traveled to London and other cities across the United Kingdom this summer to study sport management.
Lainie Powell - Learning in Paradise: Lainie Powell Reflects on Studying Abroad in the Bahamas - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

Sep 27, 2024

Learning in Paradise: Lainie Powell Reflects on Studying Abroad in the Bahamas

Powell was one of several NC State students to travel to Andros Island this summer to conduct research on blue holes and other aquatic ecosystems.
Portrait of Jingxin Wang - Jingxin Wang Named Reuben B. Robertson Professor - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

Sep 26, 2024

Jingxin Wang Named Reuben B. Robertson Professor

Wang has served as professor and head of the Department of Forest Biomaterials since January 2024. He has more than 20 years of experience in teaching, research and outreach.
Matthew Menon posing for a photo in front of the Swedish flag - Scandinavian Summer: Matthew Menon Reflects on Studying Abroad in Sweden and Norway - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

Sep 25, 2024

Scandinavian Summer: Matthew Menon Reflects on Studying Abroad in Sweden and Norway

Menon, a sophomore majoring in environmental sciences, was one of several NC State students who traveled to Sweden and Norway this summer to study the sustainable use of natural resources.
A group of students standing in front of a van - A Paper International Experience: Rick Conner Reflects on Studying Abroad in Finland - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

Sep 24, 2024

A Paper International Experience: Rick Conner Reflects on Studying Abroad in Finland

Rick Conner, a senior majoring in paper science and engineering, discusses his journey to Finland to gain an international perspective on pulp and paper manufacturing operations.