SAVE THE DATE: SEPT 10, 2017

Summer Event @ the Roberts Home, Hood Canal…with a GREAT AUCTION!

WPPF Board of Directors

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Executive Committee MeetingMay 24, 2017

I applied for college right around the time that a significant family event had disrupted my life. I didn’t even

know where I wanted to go, let alone how I was going to pay for it. I

intended to take it out all in loans, but now I do not have to, and for

that I thank you sincerely. Thanks to you, I've been better able to focus on enjoying the opportunities here. I am

astounded time and time again by the generosity I’ve seen here.

Brooke Andrea Lillie, ’20Pacific Section TAPPI &

Howard S. Gardner Scholar

…by your generous contribution, I have been granted the financial opportunity to be the first in my family to attend university.It is my personal passion to investigate and explore how we can repurpose things that were seemingly waste and transform them into products of value.It is due to your consistent support over these last few quarters that I have been able to live out this fantastic opportunity. By your aide I have been made able to grasp at these things that were beyond reach, to move my family forward in a new direction, to lose myself in fantastic research, and to become involved in this amazing community.

Nathan Kitts, ’20George E. Lamb Scholar

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This coming summer and fall quarters I will be doing a co-op at PCA in a paper

mill located in Wallula, WA. I am very excited to apply the knowledge I have

gained here at the UW to a real-life job. Having this scholarship really takes a

burden off my mind about financial support and I can direct my focus to other

things that matter more like my studies.

Essance Ray, ’19Noah H. Anderson Scholar

So far, the UW has been everything I hoped it would be. Ever since I was

six years old, I dreamed of attending the UW and thanks to this

scholarship I am able to. I am from a small town in Eastern WA where

most kids don’t attend college. I can proudly say that not only am I going

to college, but I am going to the college of my dreams…I am really

enjoying the BSE program.

Daniel Daily, ’20J.O. Julson Scholar

The BSE program is very intimate and warm, and I am very thankful that I can name almost everyone in my BSE class, which is quote

contrary to my other large classes…Since I am only a freshman, I can only imagine the limitless possibilities and opportunities that are in

store for me. To me, this scholarship means the world as it allows me to attend school without being a burden to my family. Not only does

the scholarship aid financially, it provides me with an even larger incentive to work hard so that I, too, can one day give back.

Li Ding, ’20BPA & Kyosti V. Sarkenen Premium Scholar

While at G-P I am gaining valuable experience and am preparing for

a career in the paper industry. I’ve found that the BSE program has

equipped me well to work in this industry. My wife and I are

currently saving for the last two quarters I have left at the UW,

and are looking forward to starting our careers.

Benjamin A. Austin, ‘18Al Graef Scholar

I am looking forward to my fifth and final year at UW, and your scholarship

was a large part in making that possible. Without scholarships, I likely would have had to take off the entire year after completing my internship,

but instead I have been able to explore some of my interests in sustainability

and the natural sciences. Your generosity and support of WPPF is

much appreciated.

Sydney Fry, ’17Donald F. Root Scholar

In 2010 I moved to the US from Turkmenistan with my mother and brother. Throughout these past years, while studying at the community college and then transitioning to the UW, I faced financial hardships that forced me to work full-time, in addition to taking 12-15 credits at school.

Now however, I can focus more on school, research and sport activities…the BSE program is a great opportunity for me as I grew up in a country where crude oil production was polluting our environment and

my goal is to bring some changes in regards to the carbon emission problem.

Azamat Berdiyev, ’18Ernst Haindl Scholar (PTPC)

I cannot express my gratitude enough for the opportunity and support you have given me. You

believed in my success and that has helped me to believe in myself.

Thank you for your generosity and your confidence.

Autumn Spriggle, ’20John W. Klein Scholar

Alumni & FriendsLaura Davis

Thomas Friberg (‘76)Michael HaasJohn Hanby

Dan Hickey (‘82)Karl Howard (‘98)

Sharon Mace & Lyle LovingfossColleen Ponto (‘82)

Wendy StarDavid ThorudBonnie White

Thomas & Sandy Wolford

THANK YOU to our Student Sponsors! *Your generous contributions helped to cover the cost for our students

to attend today’s luncheon & banquet.

*As of May 22 , 2017

The BSE program has afforded me an excellent opportunity to learn about the

pulp and paper industry. Due to the WPPF’s close connections to the industry,

finding a job has not been a problem… thank you for supporting my education

and ambitions in such a meaningful way. By alleviating a portion of my financial

stress, you have allowed me to apply myself as a student, an engineer, and as a

productive member of our society.

Aniruddha Rajesh, ’18Robert Guide Scholar

Roger P. Hagan 2017 Outstanding Alumni Awardee

(1953-2017)

Professor John C. Berg 2017 Wall of Fame Awardee

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Throughout the year, I’ve had some opportunities to apply my coursework in the lab. During winter quarter, I took a position in the Pilot Lab as a lab assistant under Kurt Haunreiter. As a lab assistant, I tested paper refuse samples to see how much fiber they were losing off their paper machines. This position helped me cement what I was learning in class and gave me the chance to do what I was learning in class. It makes me very excited for my internship position this summer at the Elma Vertellus plant.

Nate Mueller, ’20Kimberly-Clark Corp Scholar

My junior year has been spent primarily on schoolwork and research, all of

which would not have been possible without your generosity. As I wrap up the school year, I am eagerly awaiting returning to Georgia-Pacific Chemical

for my second internship.With the help of your donation, I have not only been able to attend the UW,

but I have been able to do so debt free!

Demi Lidorikiotis, ’18Lennart A. Lundberg Scholar

Having the opportunity to study BSE with your help has been an immense blessing in my life…As the first person in my family to

attend college in the US, the difference in education between other students and me

still contributes to a lack of confidence when attempting to learn the subjects that

I am passionate about. However, knowing that someone believes in my goals and in

my abilities enough to aid with tuition pushes me to always put my best efforts

into my learning and reaffirms that I belong in this field.

Daniel Colina, ’19Asea Brown Boveri Scholar

Teachers and parents told me to follow my dream, but no one really dwells on how much dreams cost. That is why I wanted to sincerely

thank you for your donation and making my passion for studying BSE a reality…Thank you for helping me achieve my goals, and I am excited to

see what we can accomplish together.

Daaniya Iyaz, ’19Thomas S. Friberg Scholar

With my younger brother also attending the UW, the financial stress you were able to take off my family is

immensely appreciated.Interning at NORPAC helped me

improve my problem solving, leadership, time management, and

many other useful skills…the experience and skills gained helped me

find an internship for this summer [at International Paper]. I am excited to test the material that I learned from

school and gain more experience from this internship to better equip myself

for opportunities after I graduate.

Hiro Kusakabe, ’17John Shethar Scholar

The BSE program has really helped me realize my full potential. This summer and fall, I will be interning at PCA in Wallula. I am extremely excited to finally put my engineering education to use.

Being an out-of-state student, this scholarship means a lot to me. Tuition rates at UW are increasing almost every year which makes it hard for out-of-state students to keep up with the financial strain. However, because of you, this scholarship is helping to relieve part of that burden. Again, thank you very much.

Shruthi Thandri, ’18Cecil Taylor Scholar

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As a senior in the program, I plan to graduate this June. I am eager to join the emerging bioresource industry. However, my long-term dream is to one day further my education in graduate school...Currently, I am doing research at the Biofuels and Bioproducts Lab at the UW. The lab analyzes the bioconversion of poplar trees to ethanol. The experience has taught me a lot about bioconversions and has improved my analytical lab techniques as well as my group communication skills.

Hisham El-Husseini, ’17Anson B. Moody & George E. Schwartz Scholar

Your financial support allows me to invest in myself while I am young and still in school so I can make a greater

contribution later in life to future students and the industry.

Right now, I am enjoying a co-op experience at Georgia-Pacific in Toledo,

OR. I am working with Process Engineers and the Quality Manager and sometimes

it feels like I am doing an advanced version of my BSE class. This has made me really appreciate the education the

BSE program has given me.

Lucas Moyer, ’18David W. Harris Scholar

The endowment established by Pacific Section of TAPPI provides

support that allows me to soak up all the information I can from our fantastic BSE staff. And from

that, I’ve been able to land internships that allow me to continue learning in a more

hands-on environment. Thank you for all the ways you help

students like me to become well-equipped, job-ready and

passionate engineers.

Zoie Tisler, ’18Kyosti V. Sarkenen Scholar

Because I have a personal interest in sustainable and renewable energy, I am

currently doing fast hydropyrolysis of lignin to convert to bio-oil. Also, I received an offer

for a co-op position at Domtar as a process engineer for 15 months. I will be working in

their Kentucky paper mill with the Recovery department.

Receiving this scholarship motivates me to maintain my GPA and complete my degree. Coming from a low income family and as first generation in my family to attend college, this scholarship

means so much for me as well as my family. Your generosity has inspired me to help others and give back to the community.

Daniel Phung ’19William McKean & Alumni Scholar

TAPPI Students at PaperCon 2017 April 23-26 - Minneapolis, MN

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…[BSE] has a network of connections with many opportunities for me to pursue during both my academic and future career. This scholarship and my current internship at NORPAC Paper are two of the biggest opportunities I had so far…The scholarship is like a sign of confidence that I have great potential in the BSE program. As such, I will continue to reach the pinnacle of that potential during my time at the university and beyond.

Emilio Garcia, ’19Ashland Hercules Water Technologies & Betz Laboratories Scholar

(from left) Brooke, Ben, Demi, Cody, Simon & Maika(not shown: Zoie, Shruthi & Daaniya)

THANKS FOR A GREAT YEAR,2016-17 UW STUDENT TAPPI OFFICERS!

New Student TAPPI Officers 2017-18

President Demi LidorikiotisVice President Kaitlin TigheTreasurer Zoie TislerSecretary Simon van TulderFundraising Daaniya Iyaz

LOOKING FORWARD TO A GREAT YEAR!

2017-18 STUDENT CHAPTER TAPPI OFFICERS

Kaitlin, Daaniya, Demi, Zoie & Simon

I have been helping Kurt Haunreiter and other professors with a team of four students to develop compostable planter pots made from spent beer grain and wheat straw. I also worked as a Lab Assistant with Dr. McKean for 7 months analyzing various catalysts and determining their conversion and yields from simple sugars to ethylene glycol and propylene glycol.

I have enjoyed having the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with testing catalysts…now I am doing a 5-month co-op with Domtar to work in their Marlboro paper mill.

Simon van Tulder, ’18PIMA Scholar

Because of this scholarship, I have recently been certified a Six Sigma Green Belt. This certificate should be great in helping me find jobs and pushing me towards higher ranking management

positions. Soon I will also be getting LEED certified, and I plan on getting my FE in chemical engineering. This is all possible because

of the support this scholarship has given me.

Dominic Peretti, ’17 Rayonier Foundation Scholar

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This past summer I participated in an internship with Caraustar Tacoma Paperboard which taught me a great deal about the pulp and paper industry. I’m looking forward to graduating this spring and taking the skills I’ve learned out into the world.

Christian Anderson, ’17Robert & Louise Harris Scholar

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I have the pleasure of working with my peers in the BSE program to produce a compostable planter derived from beer grain residue and recycled pulp; our goal is to phase out the usage f plastic pots on campus and replace them with our compostable pots. I am excited to see how this project progresses and hope we are successful in our mission.

Maika Bui, ’18Boyd K. Wickwire Scholar

I have taken all of the BSE required classes and have enjoyed every

moment at the University. What makes the BSE program an enjoyable learning

experience is how hands-on all of the classes are. Whether it is the process

control classes or the paper design class, all aspects have helped me learn

about the industry.

Joseph Galen Kornowske, ’17WPPF Scholar

This scholarship played a significant role in helping me complete my studies in BSE. I thank you not only for the aid in supporting my tuition, but for the support and confidence in my academic abilities that this award represents.

Nicholas Mace, ’17Weyerhaeuser Company & MeasurexCorp Scholar