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attendance can learn more about its growing grant pro- gram, the Graphic Communications Educators Association (GCEAOnline.org) and its recent acquisition of the Intro- duction to Graphic Communications textbook, donated by John Parsons and the estate of Harvey Levenson. Industry professionals are welcome to learn more about PGSF’s financial impact, outreach programs and re- sources available to help keep graphic communications education at the forefront and continue future workforce development. Again, this year PGSF is hosting its annual Student Day on Thursday, October 23rd in partnership with Printing Unit- ed Alliance. Attendees will tour a variety of vendor booths and have the opportunity for one-on-one time to ask ques- tions and learn more about job pathways. Lunch stipends will be provided to student attendees as well as coffee, giveaways and the chance to network with others from high schools, trade schools, colleges and universities who are enrolled in Graphic Arts and Communication programs.

Tariffs & Trade : Updates from Mowry & Grimson, PLLC on evolving U.S. tariff strategies. Artificial Intelligence in Packaging : A panel discussion with experts from TOPPAN, Reifenhauser, and the Alliance to End Plastic Waste. Digital Printing Trends : Latest developments and appli- cations in flexible packaging printing technologies. Global Market & Policy Deep Dives : Insights on poly- olefins, extended producer responsibility (EPR), and a fire- side chat with Jeff Fielkow, CEO of Circular Action Alliance. Off the Shelf : Brand Power Through Flexible Packaging: A fireside chat featuring brand leaders from General Mills, Procter & Gamble and Estée Lauder. PGSF To Welcome Students At Printing United Expo Events The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) will be exhibiting at booth 5509 at the 2025 Printing United Expo October 22-24, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. PGSF invites attendees to tap into its many resourc- es including information for students about its annual scholarship applications, design contests and directory of schools, as well as an updated career guide. Educators in

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