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Atlanta

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The Atlanta study tour offers an immersive exploration of Atlanta’s dynamic fashion ecosystem, blending design innovation and supply chain strategies. Through hands-on experiences and direct engagement with industry professionals, students will gain insight to the region’s unique role in the evolution of fashion, focusing on themes of Southern craftsmanship, cultural heritage, and entrepreneurship. 

Program Dates

Summer

May 18, 2026 – June 7, 2026

*Entire course meets remotely for the first week; May 18 – May 22, 2026, from 12:00pm-2:00pm.

Important Dates:

May 24 (arrive in Atlanta) - Travel day

May 25 – May 29 - Atlanta Study Tour Days

May 31 (depart Atlanta) - Travel day

June 7 – Final deadline for assignment and projects

Apply

The Study away application will be open from December 1, 2025- December 15, 2025. The application is first-come, first-served. The application link will be delivered via email in mid-November. 

Academic Courses

SUMMER SEMESTER

Fashion Design

 

Fashion Merchandising

FDM 45392 Atlanta Study Tour3 credits FDM 45392 Atlanta Study Tour3 credits
 Total Credits3 credits  Total Credits3 credits
       
Program Costs
Housing & Travel

Housing

Hotel in Atlanta and shuttle/professional driver to visit industry and other locations in Atlanta are organized by the School of Fashion.

Travel

Group travel not available. Students fly independently to Atlanta, but can organize with other students to coordinate flights or arrival times.

Contacts

Lauren Copeland

Lauren Copeland

Associate Professor, School of Fashion

lcopela6@kent.edu
 

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Laura McAndrews

Associate Professor, School of Fashion

lmcandr2@kent.edu

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