When Candice Kusner graduated from Missouri State University in 2011, she started working for Disney as a College Program Intern working in merchandise sales. Hard work, timing and networking eventually led to her current position as a buyer assistant for Disney’s Cosmetology Team. “Timing is everything,” said Kusner. “Sometimes you have to wait it out to get where you … [Read more...] about MSU alumna lives her dream where dreams come true
The Missouri State fashion design program, housed within the College of Business, has been ranked both regionally and nationally for a third consecutive year by Fashion-Schools.org. "We are honored to be recognized for providing exceptional fashion design education for a third year. Our faculty, staff and leadership in these programs go above and beyond for our students each … [Read more...] about Missouri State fashion program among the top in the U.S.
Katy Jessee, a current student in the Project Management master’s program, won The Masters Competition at Outdoor Retailer’s (OR) Winter Market 2014. Jessee, who holds an undergraduate degree in Fashion Merchandising and Design from Missouri State, participated in the competition January 22-25, in Salt Lake City, Utah. This is the second win at an OR Market for Jessee. She … [Read more...] about Student Success: Fashion student wins national design competition for second year
For the past two years, College of Business students in the Fashion program have participated in the Project Puppy Benefit Gala, for the Killuminati Foundation (KF). Students design outfits for local rescue dogs to wear in the fashion show portion of the gala. The theme for 2013 was “Old Hollywood” and 25 fashion students chose to participate in the event with 15 designing … [Read more...] about Fashion students use their skills to benefit local animal foundation