PMMI Foundation continues to invest in MSU School of Packaging

The PMMI Foundation, the charitable arm of PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, has donated more than $100,000 to the Michigan State University (MSU) School of Packaging in 2025 through the PMMI U Skills Fund.

The MSU School of Packaging, in the university’s College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, plays a key role in industry workforce development, PMMI said in a news release.

“The MSU School of Packaging appreciates our partnership with PMMI,” said Laura Bix, associate dean for graduate studies in MSU’s College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. “The incredible breadth of member companies not only provides a direct link to partners with practical knowledge and expertise regarding processes and machinery, PMMI’s generous matching program, and its flexibility in use, has enabled us to meet varied and many needs as they arise. I am confident in the tangible benefit that this support provides now and into the

MSU is a founding member of PMMI’s Education Partner Program and frequent PACK EXPO participant.

The PMMI U Skills Fund provides resources, technology and industry connections to prepare students for packaging, processing and manufacturing careers.

“We are proud to continue our support of Michigan State University, a valued, longtime partner in developing the next generation of packaging professionals,” Kate Torrence, PMMI workforce development director, said. “MSU’s impact on our industry is profound, and we can’t wait to see how this investment helps accelerate student innovation and industry collaboration for years to come.”