Alumni Spotlights

We are proud of our alumni's accomplishments at the School of Packaging! View some of our students' accomplishments below

Environmental consequences of replacing polyethylene packaging in the United States and Europe

Published on September 26, 2026
PE often had lower environmental impacts than alternatives. Substitution could increase mass up to fourfold and GHG emissions substantially. Reuse, recycling, and PCR outcomes depend on logistics, infrastructure, and region-specific LCA.
An assessment of PE packaging systems and alternatives in the United States: Understanding impacts of substitute, reduce, reuse and recycle strategies

Published on September 26, 2026
Environmental impacts varied by packaging level and product inclusion. Single-use PE generally outperformed reusable formats, while reusable glass and metal performed better than single-use alternatives. Pyrolysis PE was comparable to virgin PE.
MSU scientist receives $540K grant from National Science Foundation to advance biodegradable packaging

Published on September 14, 2026
Research builds on insights from other projects such as the NSF-funded Center for Plastic, Paper and Hybrid Packaging End-of-Life Solutions.
Community Voice: John Dilland

Published on September 1, 2026
Longtime leader with the Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA), John Dilland shares his thoughts on strengthening Michigan’s dairy industry through supporting the Joe Domecq Dairy Education Endowment at MSU.
Alumni Spotlight: Kayla Young

Published on September 1, 2026
Kayla Young recently graduated from MSU's School of Packaging in May 2026. Passionate about innovation, Young developed PackAI, an AI-driven packaging software that allows users to visualize pallet and stacking configurations for products.
Transforming the student experience: MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center

Published on August 31, 2026
MSU's new dairy facility is driving innovative research and preparing the next generation of dairy industry leaders.
Investing in Michigan’s dairy future: Brian Troyer

Published on August 31, 2026
Driven by a lifelong connection to the dairy industry, Brian Troyer recently made a gift in support of the MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center.
CANR donors drive record-breaking year

Published on August 28, 2026
Contributions from across the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources community raised over $66.5 million, the largest fundraising total on record for the college.
Remembering Dr. Howard Tanner

Published on August 27, 2026
The MSU College of Agriculture and Natural Resources community commemorates the life and enduring legacy of Department of Fisheries and Wildlife alumnus Howard Tanner.
Community Voice: Dr. J. Mark Scriber

Published on August 10, 2026
Chairperson Emeritus Dr. J. Mark Scriber shares what inspired him and his wife, Kathy, to make their most recent gift in support of the MSU Department of Entomology.