A vigorous and enterprising organization of member companies¹, alumni, and friends centered at the University of Washington and creating competitive advantage for the pulp, paper, and allied industris through focused and dedicated graduates, University linkages and research, networking and public outreach.

¹ Membership is open to pulp, paper, allied and interested companies.

OBJECTIVE 1 Assist faculty in devloping graduates who are highly attractive to employers.

Outcomes:

• 1.1 The Industry is provided access to highly qualified and diverse professionals who “hit the ground running” and continue the history of contributions, leadership, and rewarding careers.
• 1.2 The Program graduates fifteen to twenty students per year.

Strategies:

• 1.1Sustain an atmosphere such that students view the Foundation as “home”.
• 1.2 Provide career placement assistance to students.
• 1.3 Actively support industry participation and internships for students.
• 1.4 Continue advances in recruiting and aggressive marketing of the Program.
• 1.5 Maintain active Recruiting and Scholarship Committee.

OBJECTIVE 2 Provide a solid financial base to support the Program.

Outcome:

• 2.1 Adequate funding to support Program needs.
• 2.2 Continued Program viability.
• 2.3 Scholarship funding to recruit and retain excellent students.

Strategies:

• 2.1 Promote benefits of Foundation membership and build loyalty.
• 2.2 Increase number of premium members; periodically review membership levels.
• 2.3 Cultivate potential large donors.
• 2.4 Annually update the scholarship policy.
• 2.5 Maintain a balance of revenue and outlays for the Foundation.
• 2.6 Maintain active Awareness and Development Committees.
• 2.7 Promote success of the Pulp and Paper Sciences Laboratory.

OBJECTIVE 3 Evaluate and update the Program to meet future Industry needs.

Outcome:

• 3.1 Well-prepared students to meet future Industry needs.
• 3.2 Curriculum responds to Industry needs.
• 3.3 Faculty teaching is relevant to Industry needs.
• 3.4 Graduates of the program are uniquely differentiated.

Strategies:

• 3.1 Assist faculty in maintaining ABET accreditation.
• 3.2 Assist leadership and teamwork development in the Program curriculum.
• 3.3 Promote ties with Chemical Engineering and other University colleges and departments.
• 3.4 Conduct exit interviews with graduating and departing students.
• 3.5 Use the Pulp and Paper Sciences Laboratory for hands-on education.
• 3.6 Maintain active Curriculum Committee that seeks stakeholder input.

OBJECTIVE 4 Involve alumni and friends in the Foundation and the Program.

Outcome:

• 4.1 Increased sponsorship and gifts.
• 4.2 Increased participation on Foundation committees. Broadened recruiting capability.
• 4.3 High retention of students and effective transition into Industry.

Strategies:

• 4.1 Use regular communication processes..
• 4.2 Cultivate students to become contributing and active alumni.
• 4.3 Mentor students during work experiences.
• 4.5 Promote participation on committees, annual conference and seminars.
• 4.6 Organize alumni activities.
• 4.7 Maintain an active Alumni Affairs and Contributions Committee.

OBJECTIVE 5 Enroll industry and University leadership in the Program.

Outcome:

• 5.1 Stronger connections between the University and the Industry.
• 5.2 Commitment by the University to the Program.
  
• 5.3 Improved public image.

Strategies:

• 5.1 Promote University-Industry interactions, especially at executive levels to build advocacy for the Program.
  
• 5.2 Facilitate dialogue between Industry and University faculty on research needs and capabilities.
  
• 5.3 Promote technology transfer.
  
• 5.4 Increase financial and in-kind resources for equipment and laboratory facilities that enhance faculty research and attract campus-wide research interest.
  
• 5.5 Promote public outreach.