Hello, my name is Symone Gordon, a first-year Fashion Design student here at Stevenson University. As it boils down to the end of Spring Semester 2024, I have come to reflect on my experiences so far as a fashion design student. Coming into this fashion design program, I was excited to learn and dive deeper into my knowledge of sewing. As a determined designer who has been sewing since nine years old, I knew Stevenson University could bring opportunity and growth to this desired craft. As the program builds off of the introductory classes, such as FDES 101 and Garment Construction, these classes bring a great basic understanding of sewing and techniques for all. In these classes, all students are required to sew a women’s shift dress, a child’s dress, men’s pants, and a women’s skirt. From cutting out the pattern pieces to then sewing the pieces together out of a favorite fabric choice was a fun, creative journey. I am so excited to be immersed in the complex courses of the major and see what other challenges lie ahead.
The fashion design professors here at Stevenson University are amazing instructors who ensure that their students are meeting industry-level standards. Professor Aronhime, Professor Min, and Professor Simpson have all helped me become successful in my design classes. Not only are they my professors, but also a support team. Another experience that has greatly impacted my time here at Stevenson University is being a fashion design assistant for the program. I am able to assist others and provide materials for students when needed. I also get to assist the professors with any tasks that need to be done. I would say that becoming a fashion design assistant has allowed me to meet all of the wonderful designers we have in the program. Everyone is so hardworking, and they bring great positivity throughout the program and to one another. The environment is very friendly as well. You really do receive that welcoming feeling when entering the fashion design hall. For the new designers coming into Stevenson University, they will not regret this wonderful experience. Here’s to my first year as a fashion design student at Stevenson University! ‘Till next time, future designers!