College of Agriculture & Natural Resources School of Packaging

Alumni Spotlights

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  Material substitution can increase the potential environmental impact of packaging systems

  Published on October 19, 2026
  Life cycle assessment shows that material substitution for packaging alone can increase potential environmental impacts, while lightweighting, recycling, and product protection can offer effective insights into the packaging system

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  Honoring a legacy, expanding hands-on learning at the MSU Pollinator Performance Center

  Published on October 12, 2026
  Inspired by the leadership of Dr. Meghan Milbrath, Charlotte Hubbard's gift creates a new gathering place for education and outreach while celebrating the legacy of her late husband, Marshall Beachler.

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  New honey bee teaching pavilion dedicated at MSU Pollinator Performance Center

  Published on October 8, 2026
  Donor-funded facility expands hands-on education, outreach and training opportunities while celebrating the legacy of a passionate Michigan beekeeper.

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  Honoring the legacy, building the future of the MSU School of Packaging

  Published on October 7, 2026
  A tribute to the visionaries who pioneered packaging education and the transformational support that ensures MSU’s continued leadership in the field.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.