Apparel, Merchandising, Design & Textiles AMDT is the largest and most comprehensive four-year program in Washington State offering a full apparel design program and an in-depth merchandising program. Washington State lays claim to one of the largest apparel industries and has positioned itself as a leader in fashion and design with a rich history in textiles and apparel, including strength in outdoor gear and sportswear market. AMDT graduates are prepared to begin their careers in design, product development, fashion forecasting, merchandise management, visual merchandising, or retail in this growing and global industry.
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DESIGN YOUR FOCUS Are you a creative, visual, people-oriented person open to innovation and change? The multi-billion dollar apparel industry has endless opportunities. Join AMDT and become part of an interdisciplinary program crossing borders with fashion, business, communication, art, and science. Apparel Design encompasses all aspects of apparel product development. Courses include illustration, computer-aided design, pattern making, draping, and apparel product construction. This option provides students with a global understanding of the textile and apparel industry. Students create textile and apparel products and have the opportunity to showcase their work at the AMDT Fashion Show that coincides with WSU Mom’s Weekend. Merchandising creates opportunities for students to learn about the apparel industry from initial product concept to consumer purchasing. Courses in merchandising teach students processes involved in the planning, buying, and selling of merchandise in either manufacturing or retail organizations. Students are shown all aspects of this global industry from fiber selection to the final product.
BUILD CONNECTIONS Hands-on learning in the classroom paired with experiential learning and opportunities to build connections outside of the classroom bolster the AMDT experience. Network with fellow students, alumni, and industry partners for a chance to participate in learning and industry-based activities. Special events within the AMDT student organization include design and merchandising competitions and exhibitions, the Mom’s Weekend Fashion Show, and opportunities to network in the textile and apparel industry through trips, workshops, and guest speakers. SELECT JOB TITLES Designer Assistant Technical Designer Assistant Designer Costume Designer Buyer Assistant Buyer Visual Merchandiser Planning Analyst Fashion Stylist Store Manager Assistant Planner
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NOTE: Not all jobs are entry level positions. Salaries represent industry averages and vary by company. Geographic differences are the result of cost of living differences.
College of Agricultural, Human, & Natural Resource Sciences CONTACT
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