TAPPI at Georgia Tech
About Us: The Georgia Tech TAPPI Student Chapter has grown from its roots in the Institute of Paper Chemistry in Appleton, Wisconsin. The institute's move to Atlanta and subsequent incorporation into Georgia Tech has provided many opportunities for our student chapter to integrate into the vibrant pulp and paper industry in the Southeastern United States.
Our Vision: Georgia Tech TAPPI will be the top talent pool for the forest products, pulp, paper, packaging and related industries.
Our Mission Statement: Georgia Tech TAPPI connects Georgia Tech scientists and engineers to the forest products, pulp, paper, packaging, and related industries by delivering growth opportunities and professional network to the students and proven talent to the industry.
By the Numbers:
- 87 members in 2017
- 14 – Filled Leadership Positions
- 55 – Average number of people that have attended our last five events
- 1.5 – Average number of events each month
What we do: Ultimately, we are all about our people!
Visit the national TAPPI website: Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry (TAPPI)
Participating academic units:
Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering
School of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
School of Materials Science and Engineering
School of Chemistry and Biochemistry
TAPPI Pillars at Georgia Tech
- Network
- Social
- Talent
- Research
Chapter Leadership-2023-2024
Officers:
President: Erin Philips
Vice President: Danae Chipoco Haro
Secretary: Preksha Vichare
Treasurer: David Witdorchi
Faculty Advisor:
Christopher Luettgen, Ph.D.
Present and Past Chapter Members with Faculty
News and Events from 2023-2024 TAPPI Student Chapter
TAPPI Student Chapter Career Fair 2024
The TAPPI Student Chapter hosted a career fair on Thursday, September 12 at the Renewable Bioproducts Institute. The event provided an excellent opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students, and professionals in the pulp and paper industry to connect, network, and explore career opportunities, including potential internships and full-time positions with leading companies. The fair attracted 45 representatives from 15 companies that attended the event and offered internships, full-time and co-ops for both graduates and undergraduates.
TAPPI Student Career Fair Flyer
TAPPI Student Summit
TAPPI Student Summit is a 3-day program designed for students to interact with pulp, paper, packaging, and other relevant industrial and academic leaders. The event mainly had employment opportunities, seminars, and fun interactive activities for students.
Tree Sales by ‘Trees Atlanta’
TAPPI student chapter participated as volunteers for Trees Atlanta 2023. It was a sale for native, hard-to-find trees to raise money for their program. Activities included set up, plant organization, customer assistance, and clean up. Trees Atlanta helps take care of Atlanta's urban forest by planting, conserving, and educating.
Past TAPPI Student Chapter Photos
