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AMDT student focusses on sustainable clothing, receives award

By Sarah Appel, CAHNRS Academic Programs When Ashley Wright came to WSU, she brought a determination to use her passion for clothing and design to make a real change in the clothing industry. That commitment led to Ashley receiving the 2019 Family and Consumer Scientist of the Year award at this year’s CAHNRS Honors, an award that […]

Wright and Wright pose with a plaque in formal clothing.

CAHNRS Talk Tuesday: Ashlin Hansen

Each week, we showcase one of our CAHNRS Ambassadors, a student leadership organization that encourages students to pursue higher education and serves as a liaison between the college and the greater community. This week, we’re featuring Ashlin Hansen, a senior from Bremerton, Wash. What are you studying? I’m majoring in Apparel Merchandising. Favorite Show/Movie: She’s the Man Favorite Cougar Tradition: My […]

Graphic of student's interests with a formal portrait photo.

Student designers set to showcase creations at Mom’s Weekend Fashion Show

By Sarah Appel, CAHNRS Academic Programs This weekend, 16 WSU seniors will watch their designs walk the runway at the 36th annual Mom’s Weekend Fashion Show. After months and years of hard work, the students will watch their diplomas get closer with each step. The fashion show is this Friday, April 12, at 6:00 pm in […]

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Design student uses love of sustainability to inspire fashion show lineup

By Sarah Appel, CAHNRS Academic Programs It’s that one t-shirt most people have. The one that jumps out at an unsuspecting shopper who can’t resist but fork over money for the piece of clothing. After being worn three times, the shirt is stretched and faded. This type of clothing is what inspired senior WSU Apparel, […]

Hoblin runs a piece of gray fabric through a sewing machine.

CAHNRS Talk Tuesday: Bridgette Bacon

Each week, we showcase one of our CAHNRS Ambassadors, a student leadership organization that encourages students to pursue higher education and serves as a liaison between the college and the greater community. This week, we’re featuring Bridgette Bacon, a junior from Eureka, Nevada. What are you studying? I’m majoring in Apparel Merchandising. Favorite Show/Movie: New Girl Favorite Cougar Tradition: My […]

Graphic of student's interests with a formal portrait photo.