Alumni
Our alumni network is the foundation’s greatest strength.
Alumni
Our alumni network is the foundation’s greatest strength.
You know firsthand the impact SPPF had on your journey—removing financial barriers, connecting you with industry leaders, and preparing you to launch a rewarding career. Now, as an accomplished professional in the pulp, paper, and allied industries, you’re part of a legacy that spans more than 65 years.
Your success stories inspire current students. Your mentorship guides them. Your expertise shapes the future of the industry. Whether you graduated last year or decades ago, there’s a place for you in the SPPF community.
Ways to Get Involved
Mentor the Next Generation
Share your experience and wisdom with current students. Your guidance—whether through informal conversations, resume reviews, or career advice—can make all the difference as students navigate their own paths from classroom to career.
Volunteer Your Time
Join a committee or serve on the board. Your industry perspective and professional experience help us make strategic decisions that strengthen the foundation and better serve students. Opportunities include:
- Student Recruitment & Marketing Committee
- Scholarship Committee
- Board of Directors representation
- Event support and student engagement initiatives
Support Financially
Give back to the program that supported you. Whether it’s a one-time gift, recurring donation, or establishing an endowed scholarship in your name or in honor of someone meaningful to you, your financial support ensures future students have the same opportunities you did.
Attend SPPF Events
Reconnect with fellow alumni, meet current students, and stay engaged with the foundation at our annual events. Network, share stories, and celebrate the continued success of SPPF and its students.
Hire SPPF Graduates
If you’re in a position to influence hiring at your company, consider SPPF graduates. You know the caliber of education and preparation they receive—help them launch their careers while strengthening your organization with top talent.
Recruit Future Talent
Know a high school student, college student, or young professional who would thrive in Paper Engineering? Your referral could change their life. Share your story, spread the word about SPPF, and help us connect with the next generation of engineers.
Share Your Success Story
Coming Soon: Alumni Spotlights
We want to celebrate you and your accomplishments. Your story has the power to inspire current students and demonstrate the incredible career paths possible in this industry.
From process engineering to sustainability leadership, from plant management to innovative product development—SPPF alumni are making an impact across the pulp, paper, and allied industries. We’d love to feature your journey.
Have a story to share? Let us know below.
Stay Connected
We want to hear from you! Help us keep our alumni community strong by updating us on your career, accomplishments, and contact information. Whether you’ve recently changed jobs, earned a promotion, relocated, or simply want to reconnect, we’d love to know what you’ve been up to. Your updates help us:
- Maintain accurate records for our alumni network
- Share success stories that inspire current students
- Connect you with other alumni in your area or industry
- Keep you informed about SPPF news and events
- Identify mentorship and volunteer opportunities that match your interests
Questions?
We’re here to help you stay connected with SPPF and find the right way for you to get involved. Whether you want to give, volunteer, mentor, or simply update your information—we’d love to hear from you.
SPPF is supporting the next generation of engineers, and our alumni are leading the way. Thank you for staying connected and giving back.