News
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MSU School of Packaging team awarded NSF GOALI grant to advance reusable packaging in appliance logistics
Published on September 24, 2025
Michigan State University’s School of Packaging has received a $500,000 National Science Foundation (NSF) GOALI award for “Synergizing Advanced Optimization Models, Innovative Designs, and Life Cycle Assessment for Next-Generation Sustainable Packaging.” -
Lead the Future of Packaging - Director Position Now Open
Published on September 23, 2025
To continue leading the packaging industry and academic fields, the MSU School of Packaging invites applications and nominations for the position of Director. -
Almenar named 2025 Institute of Food Technologists Fellow
Published on September 17, 2025
Eva Almenar, professor in the School of Packaging at Michigan State University, has been elected to the 2025 Class of Fellows of the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT). -
Impact of emerging packaging regulations on international trade and product safety with emphasis on plastic reuse and recycling in Europe and North America
Published on August 6, 2025
🎉 After thoughtful collaboration and valuable dialogue, our article titled “Impact of Emerging Packaging Regulations on International Trade and Product Safety — with Emphasis on Plastic Reuse and Recycling in Europe and North America” has been published! 📰 -
Packaging reimagined: Ying Liu’s mission to create a sustainable tomorrow
Published on July 23, 2025
Founder of Blue Lake Packaging, Inc., Ying Liu is reshaping how we design and deliver eco-friendly packaging solutions. -
Visit MSU at the Institute of Food Technologists' Food Expo in Chicago
Published on July 9, 2025
Stop by booth #S2437 to learn about food-related programs at MSU and pick up Neal Fortin's book at the Wiley booth.
In the News
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Matthew Daum recommended as interim dean of MSU College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Published on April 29, 2024 by MSU Today
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MSU celebrates opening of newly renovated School of Packaging building with ribbon-cutting ceremony
Published on April 21, 2023 by MSU Today
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Specright Extends Partnership with MSU School of Packaging with Joint Development of Industry Course for Packaging and Supply Chain Professionals
Published on January 18, 2023 by Specsights
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Summit 2023: Matt Daum, Why MSU is Going all in on a Spec-First Approach in the Classroom
Published on January 17, 2023 by Specification Management Summit 2023
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PODCAST: Blending Business and Technology with Academia with Matt Daum, Michigan State University
Published on November 17, 2022 by Specright Beyond the Shelf
Events
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Oct 29
MSU Packaging Career Fair - Fall 2025
October 29, 2025 – October 30, 2025 MSU Kellogg Center
The School of Packaging Career Fair is an event that brings students of the School of Packaging together with all sectors of the Packaging Industry. The career fair will be held at MSU Kellogg Center Oct. 29-30, 2025.
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Nov 3
Moving Beyond Cottage Food - November 3, 2025
November 3, 2025 6:00PM – 7:30PM Zoom Webinar
Entrepreneurs and cottage food operators can learn basic knowledge to guide them in the right direction for becoming a licensed food operator and Moving Beyond Cottage Foods.