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The Start of Something New

This past semester has really flown by. We have learned so many new concepts and covered a whole list of theories these past couple of months. It is hard to believe that at the beginning of it all I considered … Continue reading

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It’s all in the Label

Have you ever wondered what goes into the clothes that we wear? How about what the garment has to go through before making it to your closet at home? In today’s society it can be hard to know who to … Continue reading

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All in Your Own Backyard…

What is the local motive you may ask? Well, it has nothing to do with trains. To be completely honest locomotive was the first thing that popped into my head after hearing this design concept. However, the local motive is … Continue reading

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Take the Path Less Traveled….

Have you ever thought about what impact you are making on our planet? Or about how your bad habits are negatively affecting our environment? Have you made any changes to become more sustainable? During class this week the article that … Continue reading

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Let’s All Remember to Stop and Smell the Roses

When thinking about the world today and how it has survived over the years, have you ever wondered what keeps the Earth going? Well that’s easy, nature! Nature is all around us and we need to take a step back … Continue reading

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Who Needs to go Shopping Anyway?

Have you ever wondered what life would be like if people didn’t need more things? If everyone was just satisfied with what they had and didn’t feel the need to buy more, how different would it be? I think that … Continue reading

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A Day in the Life of the Consumer

What would you say if I asked you to record everything that you do during a two day period? You would include pictures of your outfits and meals and record all the activities that you take part in. Do you … Continue reading

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The Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder

Do you have a dress or outfit that you feel beautiful in? Is there a certain article of clothing or product that holds some kind of sentimental value for you? Who gave it to you? How old is it? For … Continue reading

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To Infinity and Beyond….

When you think about the future what is the first thing that comes to mind? Are you living in a nice house surrounded by your family and friends? Are you working at your dream job and making your mark on … Continue reading

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The Start of Something New

When you hear the word sustainability, what is the first thing that comes to mind? For me, I can only think of words like going green or recycling, but not much more beyond that. What does sustainability or being sustainable … Continue reading

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