Textile Design

The undergraduate minor in Textile Design allows students to focus specifically on the design and creation of textiles – a practice with applications in the fine arts, fashion, and related fields. Open to undergraduates at the sophomore level and above enrolled in any College of Design major or in the Apparel, Merchandising, and Design major in the College of Human Sciences.

Through this minor, students will:

• learn historical and contemporary applications of textile production
• develop conceptual skills in textile media and techniques such as printing, dyeing, and weaving for self-expression
• develop technical skills in both hand skills and digital tools
• demonstrate the ability for critical thinking through visual, verbal, and written communications with an emphasis on what it means to be an artist/designer using textile media and techniques
• strengthen individual portfolios to position themselves for success in their chosen field after graduation

Students must complete 16-18 credits of Textile Design coursework to receive the minor. At least 9 of the 16-18 credits must not be used to meet any other department, college or university requirements except the credit requirement for graduation.

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