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Allison Stroman - People thrive on information. Ambiguity and uncertainty, even in small amounts, destroy credibility and cause more confusion. Conversely, access to correct and complete information “addresses our fears…gives us a sense of connection…[and] calms anxiety”. Information is incredibly powerful, so having access to it is essential. Despite information’s current ability to rapidly spread over short social media clips or posts, people gathering to get information goes back to the agora in ancient Greece where men would learn their information or debate topics. Information is powerful in high stress situations and in everyday situations as it informs decision-making.  For news in fashion, there are many...

Allison Stroman - August 26 marks the anniversary of the day women were given the right to vote. That being said, “[a]s late as 1962, some states still prevented women of color from voting on contrived grounds” and further legislation was finally passed in the Voting Rights Act of 1965 to protect Black women’s right to vote. In honor of all the women from many backgrounds who fought for the right to vote and those who continue to fight for equality, join us in exploring Suffragist fashion and women’s empowerment in the fashion industry today.

Allison Stroman - As the fashion industry needs continued change and effort to decrease the environmental impact, the future workforce is extremely important. That being said, applying to jobs is difficult, time consuming, and, at times, demoralizing. But, there is hope. Working with a mentor can improve your career and “lead to new career opportunities, a promotion, even a better work-life balance”. These opportunities stem from a conscious effort to stay on track with goals and receive valuable feedback from an experienced member of one’s target industry. After securing a job, mentorship remains important and can improve job satisfaction, making it desirable for the mentee...

Allison Stroman - August 9 marks International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. In December 1994, the United Nations chose August 9 in commemoration “of the first meeting of the UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations of the Sub-Commission on the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights held in Geneva in 1982”. The theme for this year is “‘Protecting the Rights of Indigenous Peoples in Voluntary Isolation and Initial Contact’”. This theme serves to emphasize Indigenous knowledge, especially with the environment and conservation. Join us in spotlighting the work and achievements of Lesley Hampton, Founder of Lesley Hampton, Dr. Amanda Bruegl and Dr....