The Paper Trail
Follow the journey from classroom to career with stories that showcase the impact of paper engineering.
Q&A with Marcina Powell
Exploring Career Paths Beyond Paper From paper engineering at SUNY ESF to leading manufacturing operations across North America, Marcina Powell’s career shows just how versatile an engineering foundation can be. A graduate of the paper engineering program and SPPF...
Q&A with Paul Sausville
The Global Journey of a Paper Engineer From the forests of Oregon to cutting-edge labs in Munich, Paul Sausville's journey in paper engineering is a testament to the life-changing possibilities this field offers. A 2024 graduate of SUNY ESF and SPPF alum, Paul has...
The Power of Partnership
How Industry Leaders Shape the Future Through SPPF For more than 65 years, the Syracuse Pulp & Paper Foundation (SPPF) has worked alongside industry leaders who understand a simple but powerful truth: investing in students isn’t just good business, it’s essential...
A New Website for a New Era
Introducing SPPF’s Revamped Online Home, Designed for Students, Families, Partners, and Alumni Following the launch of our refreshed brand identity, the Syracuse Pulp & Paper Foundation (SPPF) is excited to unveil our brand-new website. This new site not only...
A Bold New Look, the Same Enduring Mission
SPPF Unveils a Fresh Brand Identity to Reflect Its Vision, Values, and Impact For more than six decades, the Syracuse Pulp & Paper Foundation (SPPF) has empowered students, advanced the pulp and paper industry, and championed careers grounded in environmental...





