Learn More About the Paper Science and Chemical Engineering Department
The Paper Science and Chemical Engineering Department at the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point is part of the College of Natural Resources and is located in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. The department is recognized for its hands-on, industry-connected approach to education in sustainable manufacturing, paper science, chemical engineering, and process control systems.
Our programs prepare students to solve real-world engineering challenges through applied learning, research, internships, and strong partnerships with industry leaders across the pulp, paper, packaging, and manufacturing sectors.
Foundation Partnership
The Paper Science and Chemical Engineering Foundation supports the department’s mission by strengthening its connections to industry and expanding students’ opportunities beyond the classroom. Through philanthropic support, the Foundation helps fund scholarships, laboratory enhancements, internships, and professional development experiences that enrich the department’s applied learning approach. Its close collaboration with industry partners also helps ensure that students gain access to real-world experiences, cutting-edge resources, and meaningful career pathways in sustainable manufacturing, paper science, chemical engineering, and process control systems.
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Department of Paper Science and Chemical Engineering
College of Natural Resources
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
The department is located in Room D274 of the Science Building on the UW–Stevens Point campus in Stevens Point, WI 54481–3897.
Contact Us
Have questions about our programs, career fair, scholarships, or professional development opportunities? We are here to help students, employers, and industry partners connect with the Paper Science and Chemical Engineering department.
Phone: 715-346-4817
Email: engineering@uwsp.edu
Faculty and Staff
The department is supported by experienced faculty and staff with expertise spanning both academia and industry. The current department chair is Roland Gong. Together, the faculty and staff support student learning through classroom instruction, laboratory experiences, research projects, and direct engagement with industry partners, helping prepare students for careers in engineering, manufacturing, and sustainable industry practices.
Angie Hauer
- Administrative Specialist for WIST and the PS&ChE Department
Karyn Biasca
- Professor
- Paper Science and Chemical Engineering
Roland Gong
- Professor and Department Chair
- Technical Consultant for the Wisconsin Institute for Sust…
Seyed Javad Amirfakhri
- Associate Professor of Paper Science and Chemical Enginee…