Two Missouri State University digital fashion, merchandising and branding students turned creativity into recognition at one of the nation’s premier collegiate fashion competitions. Junior Aleesha Brown and senior Hope Peck earned top placements and scholarships at the 58th annual Fashion Group International (FGI) Dallas Scholarship Competition. Both students competed in the … [Read more...] about Fashion students stitch together a winning performance
From a young age, Missouri State University alumna Kechena Heard dreamed of becoming a fashion designer. Through hard work and determination, she has made that dream a reality since graduating with a bachelor's degree in fashion design and textile science in 2013. For the past decade, the proud Haitian American fashion designer has been making waves in the world of bespoke … [Read more...] about Making a statement in fashion
For Megan Harrison, a senior merchandising and fashion design major at Missouri State University, this summer has been one to remember. Thanks to a summer 2024 ISA Scholarship, she was granted an opportunity of a lifetime to complete an internship in fashion accessory design at the Florence University of the Arts in Italy. Venturing into haute couture Harrison chose … [Read more...] about Aspiring designer enjoys international fashion experience
Missouri State University’s 3D design rehaul has had a transformative impact on its students, particularly those like Britney Spangenberg, who was deeply involved in the transition from traditional to digital design methods. Spangenberg recently graduated from Missouri State with a degree in fashion design and product development and started a career as an associate … [Read more...] about How MSU’s 3D design rehaul transformed learning for students
Sandy Bailey, an assistant professor in the School of Construction, Design and Project Management at Missouri State University, has been instrumental in transforming the university's fashion design program by integrating 3D technology into the curriculum. Despite her industry-focused background and initial reluctance to pursue academia, Bailey has spent 24 years at Missouri … [Read more...] about Revamping fashion education