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UDC Operating Remotely on Friday, Jan. 30

The University of the District of Columbia’s academic and administrative offices will conduct business remotely on Friday, Jan. 30. All on-campus activities, including athletic-related activities, are cancelled.

Campuses will reopen on Monday, Feb. 2.

Staff: Contact your immediate supervisor with questions or for further instruction regarding remote work expectations. 

Faculty: Reach out to your immediate supervisor and/or the dean for questions and further instruction regarding the transition to emergency remote instruction (ERI).  The Center for the Advancement of Learning (CAL) is available to support faculty with instructional continuity, including support for Blackboard, Zoom, Webex and other teaching and learning technologies. 

CAL Faculty Support Resources

calhelpdesk@udc.edu 
Virtual Office Hours
Consultation Request Form

For learning technology tools and on-demand faculty resources, please visit CAL’s website.

Students: Due to inclement weather, the university will be closed to face-to-face operations. Instruction will be moved to emergency remote, including synchronous and asynchronous methods. Certain laboratory, clinical, and other hands-on classes for which in-person instruction is a requirement may necessitate a make-up lesson, but every effort will be made to pursue virtual learning to the extent possible. Where synchronous virtual instruction is intended, published class meeting times must be observed so that students’ schedules are not disrupted.

The safety and security of our students, faculty, staff, and the broader community remain our top priority. We will continue to provide updates regarding the status of the university’s academic and administrative offices as conditions change.

Please continue to check our website and social media channels for the latest information.

If you have any safety concerns, contact OPSEM at 202-274-5050. For all immediate emergencies, call 911.

Thank you for your continued dedication to our students and to UDC’s mission. 

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Fashion Merchandising - AAS

Program Overview

Associate of Applied Science in Fashion Merchandising

Have you dreamed of a career in design, merchandising and other fashion fields? Earn your Associate of Applied Science in Fashion Merchandising at the University of the District of Columbia! Through our program, you will develop crucial skills in verbal, written and visual presentation, computer networking, product development, business communication and project management, as well as learn to:

  • Define and analyze target markets
  • Forecast trends
  • Design and use visual communication
  • Plan and promote fashion products

The AAS in Fashion Merchandising program was designed to equip you with the skills needed to pursue a career on the corporate side of the fashion industry. Having supported the District's growth in retail space and commerce since 2012, the program has received support from fashion industry legends such as Tommy Hilfiger, who has provided generous funding through his foundation.

The program will also prepare you for your dream job by providing you with access to a variety of professional experiences, from internships at major fashion companies to programs sponsored by partnerships with corporations and internationally renowned organizations such as Fashion Group International (FGI) and the Black Retail Action Group (BRAG). 

Curriculum Requirements

As a full-time student, you will be on a path to complete the program in four semesters. To qualify for graduation from the program, you must complete 62 credit hours, consisting of 26 credit hours of liberal arts courses and 36 hours of fashion merchandising courses, including:

  • one elective course
  • one internship
  • one capstone course

Program of Study

 

Program Outcomes

Admission Requirements and How to Apply

To qualify for admission to the community college at UDC, you must first take the Accuplacer test. This is a requirement for all entering students. Want to learn about the requirements needed to qualify for admission into the community college at UDC? Select the applicant type (first-time, returning, etc.) that most applies to you and review the requirements.

Start your application today!

Admission Requirements Learn How to Apply

Contact Us

Professor Stephanie Spears

University of the District of Columbia Community College
Lamond-Riggs Campus
5171 South Dakota Ave. NE
Washington, DC 20017
sspears@udc.edu

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