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Dr. Lisa Barona McRoberts
Assistant Professor
Textile Science, Apparel Design,

and Merchandising
School of Human Ecology
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
Phone: 225-578-3957
Fax: 225-578-2697
Email:lmcrob1@lsu.edu

Research Interests:
              My research has focused primarily

on analyzing female figure type silhouettes for the improvement of consumer fit and its possible application to the domestic apparel industry.  Recently, I have expanded my expertise in fit to application towards prototype development utilizing the functional design process. The goal is to develop a garment that provides soft structural support to the upper back for the improvement of posture.  Interestingly, it has become apparent that posture is a factor that affects garment fit.

My overall research interests include: apparel design, body shape analysis, consumer preferences, consumer satisfaction, product development, functional design, comfort, fit, couture techniques, manufacturer, mass customization, prototype evaluation, and sizing.

Recent and Notable Publications:
Research in Preparation:

McRoberts, L. & Belleau, B. (2007).  Petite Women: Fit and Body Shape Analysis.

McRoberts, L. & Belleau, B. (2007).  An Internship Experience Inside Vera Wang: What Students Need to Know to be Successful.

McRoberts, L. & Black, C. (2007).  The Importance of Industry Techniques in the Classroom: Vera Wang Example – Corsetry.

Published Proceedings:
McRoberts, L. & Belleau, B. (2006).  Petite Women: Fit and Body Shape Analysis.  ITAA Proceedings, Monument, CO: ITAA, Inc. (In press)
McRoberts, L. & Rees, K. (2004). An Analysis of the Competitiveness of the U.S. Apparel Industry.  ITAA Proceedings, #61, Res205, Monument, CO: ITAA, Inc.  Available from http://www.itaaonline.org

Teaching:

HUEC 7044 Creativity in Product Development

HUEC 3030 Field Study in Textiles, Apparel and Merchandising (to Europe)
HUEC 4037 Advanced Apparel Production
HUEC 4045 Synthesis: Textile & Apparel Production
HUEC 4070 Entrepreneurship in Human Ecology
HUEC 2041 Textile Science Lab

Professional and Notable Activities:
Juried Presentations: *Indicates Presenter
*McRoberts, L. & Belleau, B. (2007). An Internship Experience Inside Vera Wang What Students Need To Know To Be Successful. ITAA Annual Meeting
*McRoberts, L. & Black, C. (2007). The Importance of Industry Techniques in the Classroom: Vera Wang Example, Corsetry. ITAA Annual Meeting
*McRoberts, L. & Belleau, B. (2006).  Petite Women: Fit and Body Shape Analysis.  ITAA Proceedings, Monument, CO: ITAA, Inc. (In press)
*McRoberts, L. & Rees, K. (2004). An Analysis of the Competitiveness of the U.S. Apparel Industry.  ITAA Proceedings, #61, Res205, Monument, CO: ITAA, Inc.  Available from http://www.itaaonline.org

Honors:

2007 Oglesby Gallery Exhibition Participant, Florida State University

2007 Outstanding Teacher Assistant Award, Program for Instructional Excellence, Center for Teaching and Learning, Florida State University

2006 InRegister Runway Challenge Judge, Louisiana State University

2005 – 2006 Design Team Committee Member, AAFA Accreditation, Florida State University

2005 College of Human Sciences Graduate ShowCase Participant, Florida State University

2005 Louisiana State University Highlights: Community Partnerships, Michelle
Spielman

2004 Graduate Student Star, School of Human Ecology, Louisiana State University

Honor Societies:
Golden Key International Honour Society – Florida State University
Kappa Omicron – Florida State University
Phi Upsilon Omicron – Louisiana State University

Selected Juried Design Awards:

2007 Graduate Career/Day Wear (first place), Mildred Pepper Design Competition, Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida

2004 Alpha Award Recipient (first place), Custom Design, Single Item – Couture, Fashion Group International, New Orleans, LA

2003 Alpha Award Recipient (first place), Custom Design, Single Item – Couture Formal/Evening, Fashion Group International, New Orleans, LA

2003 Bronze (third place), Carnival Court Costume, Fashion Group International, New Orleans, LA

2002 Alpha Award Recipient (first place), Custom Design, Single Item – Couture Formal/Evening, Fashion Group International, New Orleans, LA

2002 Bronze (third place), Carnival Court Costume, Fashion Group International, New Orleans, LA

2002 International Textiles and Apparel Association Annual Design Exhibition and Competition, Mounted Exhibit, NYC, NY

2001 Alpha Award Recipient (first place), Custom Design – Bridal, Fashion Group International, New Orleans, LA

2001 Bronze (third place), Custom Design – Couture, Fashion Group International, New Orleans, LA

2000 Alpha Award Recipient (first place), Custom Design – Couture, Fashion Group International, New Orleans, LA

2000 First Place, Special Occasion, Fashion Group International, Dallas, TX
                       
2000 Second Place, Weekend Design, Fashion Group International, Dallas, TX

1999 Participant LSU Educational Alpha Award, Team Alligator Project,
Second Place for Louisiana State University, Fashion Group International, New Orleans, LA

1998 Runner Up at Fashion Group International’s Career Day

Grants and Contracts:
McRoberts, L. (2006).  College of Graduate Students Travel Award, Graduate School, Florida State University.

McRoberts, L. (2006).  College of Human Sciences Travel Award, Graduate School, Florida State University.

McRoberts, L. (2004).  Graduate School Travel Award, Graduate School, Louisiana State University.

McRoberts, L. (2004).  Dr. Harvey S. Lewis Graduate Travel Award, School of Human Ecology, Louisiana State University.

McRoberts, L. (2004).  Edith Arnold Graduate Scholarship, School of Human Ecology, Louisiana State University

McRoberts, L. (2003).  Louisiana State University Graduate School Supplement Award, Graduate School, Louisiana State University

School of Human Ecology
Louisiana State University
125 Human Ecology Building
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
Telephone: 225-578-2281
Fax: 225-578-2697
E-mail: humanecology@lsu.edu