Familiar Face

Tameka Ellington, Ph.D

Assistant Professor, Fashion Design & Merchandising
The Fashion School
Kent Campus

JOB DESCRIPTION:

I teach design to sophomores, juniors and senior students. Specifically, on the topic of technical design and product development. My research line of inquiry focuses on African American women and hair. I also research dress related topics for people with disabilities. The muse for my exhibition work is African and African American folklore.

WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE:

August 2005

EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO KENT STATE UNIVERSITY:

Various companies in the Fashion Industry such as Limited Corp and Abercrombie & Fitch.

likes most about kent state university:

The campus is beautiful. We are blessed with a wonderful facility in the Fashion School. I love working with my KSU family.

ATTRACTION TO KENT STATE UNIVERSITY AS AN EMPLOYER:

The Fashion School is #4 in the nation. I have to be a part of the best! I’m also an alum, so there is lots of history!

RESIDES IN:

Ohio

HOMETOWN:

Cleveland, OH

EDUCATION:

Ph.D., Curriculum & Instruction, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio, August 2011
M.A., Apparel & Textile Design, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, May 2004
B.A., Fashion Design, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio, August 1999

HOBBIES:

My design work is my hobby! I love to read folktales and other African American literature. I love hanging out with my boys and husband. Girlfriend time is a must!