The School of Packaging at Michigan State University is pleased to bring you WORLDPAK 2002 Online, the first installment in a multimedia interview series of keynote speakers from the WORLDPAK 2002 Packaging Innovation Conference. Take advantage of a rare opportunity to listen to world-renowned experts in the field of packaging as they talk about cutting-edge topics in the industry. This groundbreaking MSU project brings you the latest knowledge about the industry in a convenient format designed to accommodate your busy schedule.

The Michigan State University School of Packaging is proud to announce WORLDPAK 2002, to be held on the Michigan State University campus, East Lansing, Michigan, June 23rd through the 28th, 2002. WORLDPAK 2002 brings together two outstanding programs, the 13th annual International Association of Packaging Research Institutes conference on packaging, and the 50th anniversary of the Michigan State University School of Packaging.

In addition to keynote addresses by some of the world's leading packaging experts, WORLDPAK 2002 will include presentations by an array of experts who are on the cutting edge of academic and industry research. This conference will provide an excellent opportunity for individuals and companies alike to gain technical knowledge in a broad range of packaging

Ronald A. Iwaszkiewicz II
is a specialist at the MSU School of Packaging, coordinating distance education programs. In addition to the coordination of on-line programs, Ron teaches PKG 415: "Computer Decision Systems," which deals with computer programs developed for the Packaging Industry and how they can help students problem solve for the industry. Ron is also the advisor to Pi Kappa Gamma, an honorary packaging fraternity whose mission is community service and support of packaging ideals. Currently, he is pursuing his Doctorate in RFID technology. Ron worked at Johnson Wax in Racine, WI for 8 and a half years. While there, he had responsibility for advancing the technology of their Distribution Dynamics Laboratory. Ron was the packaging engineer on the Windex product line for 3 years, and worked in a cost savings capacity for the company as well. He has both a Bachelors and Masters degree form the School of Packaging at MSU.

Russ White is an information officer in Michigan State University's Office of University Relations. Russ proactively works to gain positive attention for MSU in the local, state and national media. His particular areas of focus are the promotion of MSU president Peter McPherson, The College of Communication Arts & Sciences, The Eli Broad College of Business, Michigan State University-Detroit College of Law and MSU's International Studies and Programs. At MSU White develops and cultivates strong relationships with state and national media in order to obtain effective placement of positive stories in targeted media. He has a special focus on increasing MSU's visibility in southeast Michigan. He has enhanced MSU's image with multiple placements in media like The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Detroit Free Press, Business Week and National Public Radio. Russ holds two degrees from MSU - a master's in public relations and a bachelor's in telecommunication.

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