S. Kay Obendorf
S. Kay Obendorf Ph.D. (physical chemistry from Cornell University, 1976) is a Professor of Fiber Science in the College of Human Ecology at Cornell University. Her research and teaching interests are in the area of fiber science, chemistry of fibers and films, and protective clothing. She was the department chair for the Department of Textiles and Apparel (now Fiber Science & Apparel Design) from 1985-95 and Senior Associate Dean for the College of Human Ecology
Ying Hua
Dr. Ying Hua came from a background of architecture, building science and behavioral science.
Minor in Global Health
Put your knowledge and skills to work helping advance solutions to global or public health issues.
- Oct 27, 2023
- Social Impact + Justice, Sustainability + Society, Alumni
Meet the alum making fashion more sustainable and inclusive
A decade ago, Jessica Couch (MPS ’16) found herself at Steiner Studios in Brooklyn at a video shoot, working under designer Brandon Maxwell’s assistant during a session with Lady Gaga. Couch had recently moved to New York, after graduating from college in North Carolina, and was sleeping on her sister’s couch while juggling a couple of unpaid internships in the fashion industry. On set, she noticed two things: Stylists had a lot of influence, but