2026 MSU School of Packaging Student Celebration and Open House
MSU School of Packaging
Student Celebration and Open House
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Join us for an inspiring afternoon of connection, celebration, and discovery at the MSU School of Packaging Student Celebration and Open House! This signature event brings together students, alumni, donors, faculty, and staff to highlight the achievements, partnerships, and places that make our School exceptional.
Student Scholarship Awards
Celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of our students as we recognize this year’s scholarship recipients and see firsthand the impact of donor support.
Donor Recognition
We are proud to honor the individuals and organizations whose generosity fuels student success, innovative research, and program growth. This event is our opportunity to say “thank you” and showcase the difference our supporters make.
Building Tours
Experience our learning spaces, labs, and collaborative environments. Explore where learning, discovery, and mentorship happen every day.
Student Research Showcase
Learn about student projects and ongoing research. Ask questions and get a glimpse of the exciting work happening across the School of Packaging.
Community & Fellowship
Reconnect with alumni, meet current students, talk with faculty, and build new relationships within our vibrant community. Light refreshments will be available as you mingle and enjoy conversations that spark ideas and inspiration.
Who Should Attend?
- Students and families
- Alumni
- Donors
- Faculty and staff
- Friends and community partners
Everyone is welcome—this is a celebration of the entire community who make up the School of Packaging!
Tentative Agenda
- 2:30 p.m. - Mix and Mingle
- 3:00 p.m. - Student Scholarship Award Celebration (All are welcome to attend)
- 3:30 p.m. - Celebration continues with open house style tours of the building and labs; student research showcase
- 5:00 p.m. - Event concludes
Registration for Award Winners is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on April 5, 2026.
If you are a School of Packaging Alumni, Donor, Faculty/Staff, current or past board member, or friend or family, please register here.
Registration for the 2026 School of Packaging Celebration is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on April 5, 2026.
Accommodations
Michigan State University Extension programs, services events, and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, or veteran status. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
Contact Information
For more information contact Kathryn Kendal at kendal84@msu.edu or ANR Event Services at events@anr.msu.edu.