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Educational Events

Cal Poly will host Poly Pack 2001 May 9, 10, and 11 in San Luis Obispo, CA. The student-run symposium focuses on new technologies in packaging, while also allowing business representatives to meet and recruit prospective employees.

Conference speakers include Cal Poly graduates, faculty, and industry professionals. More details are available by visiting the Web site www.calpoly.edu or by calling 805/756-2119. Separately, the School of Packaging at Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, says it is taking its Master of Science Degree program online. The 30-credit online degree program includes courses that will address topics such as advanced packaging dynamics, permeability and shelf life of products, and stability and recyclability of packaging materials. For more information, call Russ White, University Relations, at 517/432-0923, or visit www.msutoday.msu.edu.

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