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International Grad Student Q&A: Transitioning from Design to Analytics
Connecting what she’s learning in class to real-life work environments allows Poonam to think like a consumer analyst.
- October 31, 2022
- Poonam Mattappillil
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Alumni Spotlight: Patty Farmer
Though currently based in Portugal, Patty Farmer remains a true New Yorker. Earning both undergraduate and master’s degrees from LIM, Patty is a successful entrepreneur who is now Vice Chair of the College’s Board of Directors and a member of the LIM Fashion Education Foundation Board. She’s also a published author, real estate developer, and dedicated mentor. We caught up with Patty recently to talk about the role LIM played in shaping her career and who she is today.
- September 20, 2022
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Alumni Spotlight: Using a Master’s Degree to Excel Professionally
Site Merchandising Manager, Walmart
- June 8, 2022
- Janelle Oakes
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Alumni Spotlight: Succeeding in Media
Content Director, Americas, Financial Times
- June 7, 2022
- Maranda Janky
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Alumni Spotlight: Finding a Professional Path in Data Analytics
Anna Bennudriti (’04), Senior Director of Analytics and Customer Acquisition, Belk
- March 8, 2022
- Anna Bennudriti
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Coming from a Big State School to Fun, Fast-Paced NYC
Name: Jenna Filingeri ‘23 Hometown: Colts Neck, New Jersey Major: Fashion Merchandising What made you choose LIM? I wanted a college that was career focused. A few people from my hometown had...
- January 11, 2022
- Jenna Filingeri
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International Student Q&A: Making a New York Dream Come True
As a young person, one of Neil's top goals was to study fashion in New York. Having graduated with his bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising from LIM in 2020, Neil is now enrolled in the College's Business of Fashion master’s degree program. He’s worked for two French beauty companies and is striving toward a management position in high-end luxury.
- December 16, 2021
- Neil He
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An Online Student Shapes His Career Path
"Once you get yourself involved, LIM is amazing at organically creating relationships that lead to more opportunities and experiences."
- December 7, 2021
- Marcel Smith
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International Alumni Q&A: A Designer Dives into the Business of Marketing
Coming to the U.S. to pursue his education, Leo sought a graduate degree that would make him a skilled marketer and communicator through visual messaging.
- October 27, 2021
- Leo Chang
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International Grad Student Q&A: From a Career in Law to a Future in Fashion Licensing
Years into pursuing a career in the legal field, Daliya pivoted to explore her interest in the business side of fashion.
- October 13, 2021
- Daliya Khalikova