Welcome to the Auburn University TAPPI Student Chapter!
TAPPI—the Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry—is a leading organization that supports students and professionals interested in the paper, packaging, tissue, and converting fields.
Our student chapter is a fun, hands‑on community where you can explore the industry, build new skills, and get involved on campus. We host plant tours, guest speakers, and career workshops that help you see what real engineering and manufacturing look like. Members also take part in small technical projects, volunteer at STEM outreach events, and attend regional conferences where you can meet recruiters and learn about internship opportunities. It’s a great way to connect with other students, make industry contacts, and discover career paths you may not have even heard of.
Join us to explore innovative ideas, gain practical experience, and be part of a friendly and motivated group shaping the future of paper and bioproducts.
*read more at www.tappi.org.
Mission Statement
The mission of AU TAPPI is to integrate and educate the public and students about the pulp and paper industries while connecting student members to current industry experts to allow members to gain experience and confidence in the fields to prepare themselves for the workforce with the support of Auburn students and alumni.
Student Chapter Goals
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Educate
our members and the public about the pulp and paper industries. -
Connect
our members to researchers and employers in the pulp and paper industries. -
Outreach
with our members to serve and educate the locate community about the pulp and paper industries.
2025-2026 Leadership
Sophia Halstead
Position: President
Gavin Knight
Position: Vice President
Todd Zirlott
Position: Treasurer
Zoe Parten
Position: Secretary
Clarissa Pane
Position: Director of Communications & Marketing
Davis McCaleb
Position: Director of Student Engagement (upperclassmen)
Ocean Chen
Position: Associate Director of Student Engagement (lowerclassmen)