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The Department of Textures, Merchandising and Fashion Design provides graduate programs, research initiatives, and creative projects spanning fashion design, textile creation, retail merchandising, historical costume studies, quilt research, and textile technology. Students can pursue an interdisciplinary Ph.D. in human sciences focusing on textiles, merchandising, and fashion design. Select courses are offered through online platforms. The department features specialized facilities including fashion design workspaces, digital and traditional textile printing areas, weaving studios, and a preserved collection of over 5,000 historical garments and textiles stored in advanced climate-controlled conditions. Additional resources comprise CAD systems, textile analysis labs, and material processing equipment. Students gain practical experience through internships across various sectors, including corporate, governmental, and cultural institutions, alongside study abroad options.