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Ashley N. Jacobs
Education:
Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge LA
Master of Science, Human Ecology, August 2008
Concentration: Textile Science
Cumulative GPA: 3.8
Kansas State University, Manhattan KS
Bachelor of Science in Apparel and Textiles, August 2006
Specialization in Textiles
Minor: Anthropology
Cumulative GPA: 3.286
Internships:
Global Apparel Lab Intern, Summer 2007 Nike Inc, Beaverton, OR
- Updated test requirements for Nike hangtags and created guide for developers
- Reviewed current perspiration lightfastness test methods and analyzed test data
- Continued Dri-FIT comfort study, tested on GATS/MMT, coordinated testing with independent lab representative
- Reviewed Nike test methods and performed daily duties to complete submits in the lab.
Global Apparel Lab Intern, Summer 2006
Nike Inc, Beaverton, OR
- Organized Dri-FIT comfort study, coordinated testing and collection of data
- Created and maintained spreadsheets containing all data from Dri-FIT study, verified and prepared data for statistical analysis
- Reviewed and updated test requirements for NIKE hangtags
- Created powerpoint containing hangtag test requirements to present to lab group
- Learned and reviewed Nike test methods through training provided by lab technicians
Work Experience:
Graduate Teaching Assistant, August 2006-present
School of Human Ecology, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge LA
- Assistant for the following classes: Apparel and Textile Economics, Textile and Apparel Product Development, Apparel Merchandising Strategies and Assortment Planning
- Graded and recorded quizzes and assignments for approximately 180 students
- Developed exam questions with guidance of professor and administered tests
- Communicated with students about course material and grades
Sales Associate, May 2005- June 2006
American Eagle Outfitters, Manhattan KS
- Assisted customers in selecting and coordinating apparel and accessories
- Organized and cleaned displays according to brand standards
- Processed transactions on the cash register
- Worked as a team to meet sales goals
Activities and Honors:
- Recipient of AATCC Foundation Student Research Grant, 2007
- Student member of AATCC, 2007
- Recipient of the Edith Spring Arnold Scholarship, 2007
- Sigma Kappa Sorority 2002-2006: Assistant VP of Finance, 2004; VP of Scholarship, 2005
- Make It Yourself with Wool: 1st in State 2001, 2nd in State 2003, 2004
- Kansas 4-H Clothing Construction State Champion: 2001, 2002
- KSU Symphony Orchestra: 2003-2004
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