Undergraduate Programs

The Department of Fashion and Apparel Studies prepares our students to thrive in the fast-paced field of fashion. Relevant curriculums address the design, pre-production, planning, promotion and distribution of apparel and related products. We are committed to offering our students a variety of opportunities designed to increase their professional, as well as personal, effectiveness in contemporary society. Our emphasis on integrating technology, international experiences, industry relationships, and individual mentoring throughout our programs exemplify this commitment, and contribute to the professional success our graduates achieve. The Apparel Design and Fashion Merchandising programs allow students to supplement their state-of-the-art education with hands-on experiences through study abroad, involvement in research and scholarship, and internship programs.

Why the Fashion and Apparel Studies Department is Great…7 Reasons

• faculty advise all students individually
• faculty facilitate career and networking opportunities
• small enrollment in upper –level classes
• state-of-the-art computer technology and industry-standard software in classrooms
• internships offering professional experiences
• active student organizations
• collaborative opportunities with the Center for Historic Architecture and Design, the Regional Center for the Quilt, the Material Culture Center, and other University Centers