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Your donation has been a big academic motivation and allowed me time with my family that would have been replaced with a part-time job otherwise. I am the first in my family, who emigrated from Vietnam, to attend college and your donation means so much to us.

Josephine Nguyen, ’15Betz Laboratories Scholar

Without your support, I would not have attended this wonderful

university and discovered what it means to be a BSE major. This summer I

will be an intern at Boise Paper in the Tri-Cities area and I cannot wait to put

my new knowledge to work!

Demi Lidorikiotis, ’18Lennart A. Lundberg Scholar

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I will be leaving UW with zero debt, which was made possible by internships provided through the industrial partnerships and the scholarship support that I received from the WPPF. I look forward to a continued relationship and seeing how the UW BSE program continues to strive toward excellence. Thank you so much.

Stuart Jergensen, ’15Alumni Scholar

Edward Draper (PSE ’01)2015 Outstanding Alumni

Awardee

Since January of this year I have been in a field sales engineer co-op position with

Buckman at the Domtar paper mill in Johnsonburg, PA. This experience has given me useful insight into the paper

industry and direction in how to use my degrees after graduation.

Benjamin A. AustinAl Graef Scholar, ‘17

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I have always been completely fascinated by paper and industrial chemistry, so being in the BSE program has been an incredibly fulfilling experience for me. This coming summer, I will be a process engineering intern with KapStone Paper and Packaging at their Longview paper mill, working with controls.

Kyle Binder, ’18ABB and Measurex Scholar

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I enjoy the complex problems presented in the curriculum that prepare me for realistic scenarios found in the pulp and paper industry.I have had the chance to apply what I have learned in school to real life experiences through various co-ops and internships. (Kemira and NORPAC)

Ryan Binder, ’15Kimberly-Clark Scholar

We welcome our newest faculty…

Dr. Anthony DichiaraAssistant Professor, BSE

…starting this autumn!

I am from a middle class family and it is hard for me to pay the rising costs of tuition. No matter how much I work,

I can’t afford tuition let alone room and board. That is why

your generosity means so much to me. Thank you.

Daniel Bomber, ’16Wollenberg Scholar

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My time at the University of Washington has been extraordinary, and I have you to thank for that. Your generous endowment lifts a financial burden off my shoulders, enabling me to focus on my studies and experience the entirety of college.

Maika Bui, ’18Boyd K. Wickwire Scholar

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With this scholarship support, you have furthered my motivation to complete my last year strong, and have inspired me to continue to help others in their own educational and career goals.

Ternessa Cao, ’15BPA Scholar

Alumni & FriendsJohn Berg

Tom Friberg (‘76)Michael HaasJohn Hanby

Dan Hickey (‘82)Gary (‘77) & Karleen Jergensen

Paul Machtolf (‘75)Colleen Ponto (‘82)

David ThorudBonnie WhiteTom Wolford

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

to attend today’s luncheon & banquet.

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It is hard to place into words my appreciation for your support of the BSE program and the positive effects that your donations have on my peers and me…I hope to prove my worth and one day give back to the school and major that is shaping me into who I want to become.

Hank Dickinson, ’18John Shethar Scholar

After my first quarter in core BSE classes, all of my family’s sacrifices

were suddenly priceless. I fell in love with the major and everything about

it…I have formed so many great relationships with my peers and

professors – a benefit hard to find in the larger programs at the UW.

Angeline Dones, ’16J.O. Julson Scholar

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Internships are one of the key points in helping students grow into process engineers…to apply knowledge from classes in the pulp and paper industry as well as gain a unique experience from hands on work.Once again, I am honored that you chose to donate to the WPPF. Your contributions ensure that students in the BSE program have the full opportunity to display their knowledge and skills.

Ryan Eng, ’16Ashland Hercules Water Technologies Scholar

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The BSE program and the people involved motivate me to do well and eventually succeed wherever I end up.

I have paid for every single part of my college experience all by myself, without much help from any family. The scholarship that I have received makes it possible for me to achieve my dreams.

Riley A. Fitzpatrick, ’18Kyosti V. Sarkenen Scholar

Michael Haas2015 Wall of Fame Awardee

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As a first generation student in America, it has been difficult navigating through the university system, especially at a large university such as UW…I am fortunate to receive an excellent education from amazing faculty members and enjoy the small class sizes in the BSE program.

Yuka Harada, ’15Robert & Louise Harris Scholar

I had an internship last summer at Boise Wallula. In this internship, I

worked on a refiner trial for the paperboard medium machine. Along

with learning about pulp and paper processes and equipment, I learned

what it is like to be an engineer in the workplace. I got to work with

engineers, and collaborate with others across the mill…I thoroughly

enjoyed my experience at this internship, and I am so glad that

being in the BSE major helped me to obtain and succeed in my position.

Danica Helgath, ’15James Stacie Scholar

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BSE and WPPF gave me the opportunity to take control of my life and I believe it is the only reason I will make the commencement walk this June.

I have just recently accepted a job offer with Boeing as a Chemical Engineer in their research and development department. I am so excited to start my career and want to again express my thanks for what you do for the BSE program and students here at UW.

Scott Helm, ’15Robert Guide Scholar

I am attracted to the BSE program because of the emphasis on

sustainable production of consumer commodities. I

thoroughly enjoy the marriage of conscientious environmentalism

with the rigorous engineering curriculum that BSE offers.

Your support enables me to contribute to the next phase of

renewable products and technologies.

Emily Hiers, ’16Ernst Haindl Scholar

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My family and I appreciate receiving this scholarship and I’ve worked hard to maintain my eligibility for it. This scholarship has allowed me to go through school without having to work, which has given me more time to concentrate on my studies and spend time with my wife and daughter.

Mathew Kravitz, ’16R.P. Wollenberg Scholar

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It is a blessing to know that the faculty members, advisors, staff, and donors in this major care deeply about the individual success of each student.

Thank you so much for alleviating the financial stress on my family and for allowing me to continue my education.

Hiro Kusakabe, ’17George E. Schwartz Scholar

For my successes and my ability to participate in so many

different activities at UW, I must say another warm thank you.

This [support] has enabled me to enjoy and benefit from the

program in a way which would have been impossible.

Sean Lorimor, ’15Anson B. Moody Scholar

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Becoming a Bioscience Engineer will allow me to expand my career into many fields. Pulp and paper, oil and plastics, the food industry, clothing via non-woven fabrics and clean technology are only a few opportunities I look forward to experiencing.

Nicholas Mace, ’16Weyerhaeuser Company Scholar

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It is amazing that I am being supported by people that have never met me, yet care enough to support me like a family member.

Schooling was not an option for my parents because of low income, so I am the first person in my immediate family that has attended a university.

Aaron Mohney, ’17Jan & Bjorn Hrutfiord Scholar

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After finishing the BSE coursework last year, I have taken this year to complete my Chemical Engineering degree. By taking advantage of all the educational opportunities available to me, I hope to make myself a better engineer and a better addition to the pulp and paper industry.

Hannah Morgan, BSE/ChemE ’15Pacific Section TAPPI Scholar &Howard S. Gardner Scholar

TAPPI Students at PaperCon2015

April 19-22 - Atlanta, GA

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This scholarship has helped my family tremendously and has molded me into a determined, intelligent individual ready for the next chapter in my engineering career.

I have secured a full time job in ITW’s Emerging Leaders Developmental Program as an Operations Engineer.

Jasmine Munoz, ’15Cecil Taylor Scholar

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By awarding me this scholarship, my financial burden has been lightened significantly. This will allow me to focus more on school and my studies.

Upon graduation two years from now, I plan on pursuing a career somewhere in the chemical side of the industry.

Dominic Peretti, ’17Rayonier Scholar

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I took last year off to work as a 12-month co-op with BuckmanLaboratories at the PonderayNewsprint Mill in Usk, WA…My time with Buckman was an especially invaluable experience, and one that would not have been possible without the networking opportunities provided by the WPPF.

Adam Ropp, ’15David W. Harris Scholar

Jessica, Zoie, Zeyu, Maika, Kaila, Stuart, Anna, Vinh, Josie, Kailee & Victoria

THANKS FOR A GREAT YEAR,2014-15 STUDENT CHAPTER TAPPI OFFICERS!

New Student TAPPI Officers 2015-16

President Samantha MendezVice President Austin StraderTreasurer Ryan BinderSecretary/Events Coord. Anna SongPublic Relations Maika BuiFundraising Zoie Tisler

LOOKING FORWARD TO A GREAT YEAR!

2015-16 STUDENT CHAPTER TAPPI OFFICERS

Samantha @ her NORPAC internship this quarter…

Ryan, Maika, Austin, Anna & Zoie…

Without this scholarship, I would be going to a community college because that would be the only affordable option available.

I would not be able to learn nearly as much if I went to a community college, and for this I am very, very grateful.

Kenny Saari, ’17

Richard P. Wollenberg Scholar

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Through the BSE program I have been able to line up a very good internship for this summer that I am very excited for. I will be interning with EDT, an enzyme company based out of Atlanta Georgia. I am very excited and grateful for this opportunity and am sure it will further my knowledge of engineering and provide me with invaluable experience.

Eliot Shoemaker, ’17Donald F. Root Scholar

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It is because of the help from the department that I was able to obtain an internship with Nalco, An Ecolab Company, during the summer of 2014; I’ve also been invited to return for the summer of 2015, where I’ll be working at paper mills in the Shreveport, LA area.

Your donation allows me to take my mind off of the financial aspect of school and focus more on education so that I may better represent the BSE program in the industry.

Austin Strader, ’16R.P. Wollenberg Scholar

Last summer I was able to land an internship at a Georgia-Pacific Pulp and Paper mill in Toledo, Oregon. The internship was very interesting and provided an extremely valuable experience for me. I learned that job experience is pretty much the most important thing you can have. Even after everything I had learned about the industry at school, nothing compares to having first-hand experience.

Michael Thomas, ’16Thomas S. Friberg Scholar

School here so far has been incredible, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the

chance to live and study in such a beautiful place.

Personally, scholarships I’ve received have been more than just financial aid.

To me they’re also a vote of confidence. Your giving is a reminder that there are people who believe I have what it takes

to get the best education that I can.

Zoie Tisler, ’18Kyosti V. Sarkenen Scholar

I thank you not only for your aid, but also for the support and confidence in my scholarly abilities that this award represents.

The experience here at the University of Washington has already proven invaluable to my understanding of my personal

and future goals.

Kathy Tran, ’18Lennart A. Lundberg Scholar

As a low income student, the WPPF scholarship has been a huge factor in

helping me succeed at the UW.

I am grateful for the opportunity, as well as this program, since it has helped me set a

direction towards my life as a college graduate. I want to thank you again for

contributing to this organization, as it has helped not only me, but the entire student

body immensely.

Vinh Tran, ’15Weyerhaeuser Company Scholar

I am currently working with Prof. Bura on the conversion of biomass into acetic acid through anaerobic fermentation. Through connections with the WPPF I have also obtained a summer internship with Kemira.

Your generosity has inspired me to help others and give back to the community. I hope one day I will be able to help students achieve their goals just as you have helped me.

Kaila Turner, ’16William T. McKean Scholar

I found a nice fit in the BSE program and am constantly being challenged. The financial support has played an important role in that, and I want you to know the scholarship does not go unappreciated.

Michael Windrim, ’16Robert Seidl Scholar

2014 Summer Event @ the Roberts Home

SAVE THE DATESEPT 13, 2015

I have a difficult course load this next year, but I have a positive attitude, and I am looking forward to it. I plan to work very hard and take classes over the summer. The support of the Foundation is very important to my success in the program, and I appreciate it very much.

Summer Wright, ’18WPPF Scholar

I’ve lived in Longview, WA my entire life, so I grew up around paper mills. This didn’t mean much to me when I was a kid...but

once I reached high school I became more aware of the paper industry and the BSE major.

…thank you very much, my parents and I are extremely grateful for the scholarship. This scholarship means a lot to me because it has allowed me to just focus on my classes and not have to worry

about paying tuition.

Joseph Zdilar, ’18A. Halvar Lundberg Scholar

With this scholarship I have been able to dedicate so much more of my time to my academic studies, UW TAPPI, and research. Through the WPPF, I have gotten to meet and network with many people in the industry, which has been invaluable as a look to begin my career in the industry.

Victoria Yuen, BSE ’15Noah H. Anderson Scholar

The BSE program has provided me with the tools I need to be a productive member of the pulp and paper industry as well as a steward of the environment.The year of experience that I gained in Lewiston (Clearwater Paper Corp.) has been invaluable for starting my professional career and it has made my education during my senior year more meaningful.

Danny Zuver, ’15Raymond G. McDermott Scholar

Thank you to Mark Lewis for 16 years as pilot lab manager and instructor -best wishes in your new venture!