India
Hi I am Mankirat, an incoming PhD student at the University of Missouri-Columbia in the department of Textile and Apparel Management, and a fashion enthusiast who loves theoretical and practical fashion equally. I bring experience in Indian and American garment construction, sustainable materials, and generating collections through traditional and digital methods. My research focuses on the luxury fashion industry: ethics, sustainability, and corporate social responsibility, as well as refining fashion education through distinct components of lifelong learning, including formal, nonformal, and informal education models. I can be contacted at [email protected], and [email protected]. Thanks for visiting my page. I am also always keen to collaborate on fashion-related projects. I look forward to connecting with you all!
Managed reception and phone communications for three Illinois State University units (Study Abroad, International Student & Scholar Services, and Office of International Engagement), scheduling appointments, triaging inquiries, and providing first-point support to international and study-abroad students.
Worked for FCS 122 I (Apparel Development) at Illinois State University under Dr Banning, Dr Rowley and Professor Bert for two full semesters. Engaged in : - Assisting and teaching students - Preparing labs for lectures - Working and solving course related problems
- Learned identification of Fabrics - Worked on textiles in sustainability project
- Coordinated with seniors throughout the event - Supervised & checked the collection regularly - Communicated with potential business partners for selling collection around the country