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THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science, Human Ecology, August 1989

Textiles and Clothing: Clothing Design Major

The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio

 

 

The Ohio State University Fashion and Retail Studies Advisory Board, Columbus, Ohio

September 2012 to 2016

 

The Ohio State University, Fashion & Retail Studies Guest Speaker, Columbus, Ohio

Spring 1997, 2009, 2012

 

Department of Consumer Sciences, College of Education and Human Ecology “Planning a Career for Life”, shared with students my professional and personal journey, covering topics: Set goals for the future into your 20’s, 40’s and 60’s and beyond; Build-a-Resume; Network; Maintain Contacts and Friendships; Never stop learning and growing in your industry.

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The Ohio State University, Department of Textiles and Clothing, Columbus, Ohio    

Senior Design Show, Spring 1988

“Kaleidoscope: An Experience in Color”

Directed by Dr. Nancy Rudd, Associate Professor, Consumer Sciences

  • Honored as a junior, asked by Dr. Rudd to participate in the Senior Design Show.

  • Developed five formal evening gowns and one bridal gown through flat pattern and draping techniques and created a portfolio of designs.

  • Supervised construction of garments made of satin, lame, moire taffeta, chiffon, rhinestone, pearl, sequin and peacock feather accents. 

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND HONORS:

The House of Bianchi, Ohio State Design Internship

Boston, Massachusetts, Summer 1989

  • Assisted Designers in bridal design room.

  • Altered patterns for custom orders.

  • Operated PDS and ADS computers in the pattern grading department.

  • Prepared and cut lace according to design styles, including hand beading.

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