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Sandra Lupien is the Director of the Mass Timber Program at Michigan State University. She leads outreach, communications, research, and education initiatives to advance mass timber construction in Michigan and the surrounding region. Sandra has a diverse background spanning non-profit, public, and private sectors, with a focus on climate change, natural resource policy, and sustainable community development. Prior to joining MSU in July 2021, Sandra served as Deputy Director of External Affairs Communications at California Governor’s Office of Planning and Research. Her scholarly work includes a mid-career Master of Public Policy from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Bachelor of Science in Management from the University of San Francisco. Sandra's research interests are centered on mass timber manufacturing, cross-laminated timber adoption, and the development of innovative policies to support mass timber ecosystems. Currently, she leads multiple projects funded by the USDA Forest Service and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, focusing on enhancing the Michigan mass timber supply chain, workforce development, and increasing demand for sustainable timber products.
Mass Timber Program, Michigan State University • East Lansing, MI
Leads outreach and research initiatives to promote mass timber construction in the region.
External Affairs Communications, California Governor’s Office of Planning and Research • California
Managed communication strategies and external affairs for environmental and resource planning.
Department of Psychology