Course information

This course is oriented around global citizenship. Emphasis is on the development of awareness of contemporary global social issues as they affect individuals and their future role in the fashion industry. This course concentrates on social responsibility and ethics in the design, production, consumption, use, and the destruction, reuse and recycling of textiles and clothing in a local and global context. Issues covered will include the impact of consumerism, sustainability and energy consumption, fair labor practices, and ethical retailing and advertising, in the local and world-wide context.