International Paper Hosts Engineering Night for VWSD Students

International Paper Company in Vicksburg hosted an Engineering Night for 29 Vicksburg Warren School district students and their parents last semester.

Liz Johnson, communications manager for the company, helped arrange the event for the students. The event included a rare tour of the facility, where students received an upclose look at the large rolls of paper that are loaded on internal rail cars to prepare for shipping.

“I believe we were able to show these students not only what kind of exciting career an engineering degree can offer, but also other career roles offered here at International

Paper,” Johnson said. “I believe one parent even expressed his interest in joining our team.”

The event also introduced students to various engineering careers and allowed them to watch some of the company’s engineers performing their job functions.

Industry tours help spark students’ interest in STEM careers and allow students to see the profession up close and apply relevant classroom lessons.

VWSD looks forward to engaging in more of these opportunities to enhance students’ preparedness for college and careers after graduation.