We are one of Michigan’s top-ranked fashion merchandising and design programs. With a challenging program that integrates design, merchandising, and technology you will be prepared for careers in this $1.2 trillion global industry.
Experience makes the difference
Hands-on experience with industry technology, collaboration with some of our nation’s top brands and interaction with our alums give fashion students the edge when seeking internships and employment. With an over 90% placement rate, our graduates go on to careers in apparel design, buying, styling, visual merchandising, product development, and more.
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Our spaces provide hands-on creative experiences using CAD technology, fashion design equipment, and 3D virtual merchandising software that will make you a stand-out to future employers.
Dr. Lee receives award
Congratulations to Professor Dr. Seung-Eun (Joy) Lee on receiving the 2026 Award for Best Oral Presentation from the Korean Society of Clothing and Textiles (KSCT). Her presentation, "Building AI Literacy in a Fashion Marketing Course: Pedagogical Implications," focused on the use of artificial intelligence in CMU's FMD 410 course and was presented at the 2026 International Conference on Clothing and Textiles (ICCT) this past May.
Founded in 1976, the KSCT is Korea's largest professional and academic association in the field of clothing and textile studies, with more than 4,000 members from Korea and around the world.
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