Hometown: New Orleans, LA
Major: Fashion Merchandising, BBA (online)
What made you choose LIM for your college education?
I wanted to pursue a college education that would allow me access to new opportunities, such as networking with mentors, advisors, professors, and other professionals who have experience in fashion. Networking in particular has been essential, preparing me for my own career in the industry. It allows you to open doors and connect to industry leaders with whom you can explore new ventures, build your resume, and share ideas.
How are you enjoying your time as an LIM student?
I鈥檝e greatly enjoyed my experience of being involved in the LIM community and Student Life. I鈥檝e made new friends, taken leadership roles, and discovered new hobbies that allowed me to step outside my comfort zone.
Over the past two years, I've been involved in the Styling Club and the Fashion Show Production and Marketing Clubs. I served as social media Director for our chapter of B.R.A.G. (Black Retail Action Group). I have also been working with Student Life and Student Affairs as a student worker and orientation leader!
What is engaging in 蜜桃传媒在线观看入口 activities like as an online student?
The virtual meetings and student activities I've been involved in help me evenly balance my work and school life. My extracurriculars have given me the opportunity to develop a more active social life and have engagements relevant to my intended career field. I connect with like-minded individuals, expand my friend circle, and focus on my future career, while honing key skills such as problem solving, teamwork, and communication.
What are you learning in your classes?
As a fashion merchandising student, I鈥檓 studying how the apparel and textile industries use a globalized network for fashion distribution and production. I鈥檝e explored how fashion houses, retail stores, and marketing campaigns work together to bring clothing to the market. Throughout my courses, I have dived into studying fashion trends, learning about trend forecasting, and understanding how merchandise and manufacturing markets are influenced by cultural norms and behaviors.
How does 蜜桃传媒在线观看入口 make the online learning process convenient and beneficial for its students?
LIM鈥檚 online program allows students to learn at their own pace, on their own schedules. The wide variety of online classes caters to students' diverse interests and enables us to study from any location! We engage with peers through virtual meetings and group work. The benefits of online learning include direct interaction with professors and classmates through the LIM portal, Canvas, Outlook, and other platforms.
How is LIM helping you work toward your career goal?
蜜桃传媒在线观看入口 has done an excellent job offering us extracurricular activities, courses, and student services that help us identify our strengths and weaknesses and gain great internship experience. The whole approach allows students to reflect on their skills, passions, and priorities.
Anything else you'd like to add?
Take advantage of every opportunity to make the most out of your college experience. Don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone, ask questions about what you don鈥檛 understand, and reach out to someone if you just need to talk. LIM offers all of these resources to students and more! And even as an online student, I encourage involvement in Student Life. It allows you to fully enjoy your college experience more!