2009 TAPPI/PIMA Student Summit
Product code: 09student
Date: 1/17/2009 to 1/19/2009
Venue: Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Location: Destin, FL
Contact: Apryl Alexander, aalexander@tappi.org
Printable Registration Form
Attend the 2009 TAPPI-PIMA Student Summit and see what’s actually happening in the industry directly from professionals involved in the industry’s day-to-day challenges.
At the 2009 TAPPI-PIMA Student Summit, you’ll have direct interaction with industry leaders and gain valuable info on employment and career development within the industry. If you’re a student interested in a profession in the pulp and paper industry, this weekend event is something you can’t miss.
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Session Highlights:
- State-of-the-Industry Address on “Sustainability and Eco-Confusion”
- Effective Networking
- The 6th Annual Engineering Challenge
- Job recruitment interviews with hiring companies
- Getting the right job and transitioning into the workforce
- Area mill tour
Schedule of Events
Student Travel Scholarship Information
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Get involved
If you’re interested in helping organize this year’s event, there’s still time. Contact Apryl Alexander for details.
Travel Scholarships available!
The Deborah Ann McNutt Memorial Student Summit Scholarship, sponsored by The Hercules Corporation, honors the memory of Deborah Ann McNutt and encourages student participation in TAPPI-PIMA activities. Eligible students can be awarded up to $500 each in travel costs for four students who attend the TAPPI-PIMA Student Summit. Requirements and application information.
Paper Science is Rocket Science
See how some scientists are making paper planes that fly from space.
Recruitment interviews
If you’re looking for an internship, part-time or full-time employment in the pulp and paper industry, the Student Summit is the best place to meet face-to-face with multiple companies currently interviewing. They’re looking for employees that are up-to-date on the latest technologies, theories and best practices – come and show them why you’re the best candidate.
Engineering Competition
Join in a fun engineering design challenge to see how the group can build and test a make-do device using the simple items supplied.
Visit Destin online now – and in person in January.
Sponsorships Available
The Student Summit is an excellent venue for undergraduate and graduate students to learn about opportunities after graduation as well as some of the key challenges and opportunities existing in the industry today The TAPPI-PIMA Student Summit is the only event that brings graduate and undergraduate students from the paper schools together and encourages then to join the industry. Your company’s sponsorship will greatly help our effort to recruit and retain graduates of the traditional paper programs to the pulp and paper industry. For more information, contact David Bell.
Hotel Information
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
9300 Emerald coast Parkway West
Destin, FL 32550
800.320.8115
www.sandestin.com
Hotel room rate & tax is $125 + 13% tax.
Hotel cut-off is December 18, 2008.
TAPPI has negotiated special hotel rates, often with special amenities and/or discounts (visit TAPPI's website for details). You don't want to miss out on these; rooms outside our block may be much more expensive and will not include special offers. If you utilize a travel agent or company travel department, please let them know about the procedures.
You can book your room in one of (3) ways. Be sure to reference the TAPPI Group Code: 2249KZ
- Book Online
- Call the Reservations Department at 800.320.8115
- Complete a Housing Request Form and fax it to Reservations
Perks Include:
- Complimentary Parking
- On-property Tram Service
- Daily Bicycle Usage (4 hours complimentary, per day)
- Fitness Center Use
- One Hour of Tennis Court Time per day
- One Hour of Canoe, Kayak, or Boogie Board usage per day
Cancellation Policy:
If you find that you have to cancel, your full registration fee will be refunded if TAPPI’s Registration Department receives written notification (fax acceptable at +1.770.446.6947 by (December 17, 2008). Please note: There will be a 50% refund for all written cancellations made after (December 17, 2008) but no later than 5 business days prior to the start of the conference (January 12, 2009). Understandably, after this time, no refunds can be issued. Substitutions, however, will be accepted any time without a penalty.
Refund:
100% - Cancellation received by (December 17, 2008).
50% - Cancellations received after (December 17, 2008) and no later than (January 12, 2009).
NO REFUND- Cancellations received after (January 12, 2009).
Avis offers special discounts off regular rates for participants. To reserve your car, call 1.800.831.8000 and refer to the code AWD: #U226600.