Assistant Professor of Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management
My primary research focuses on theory in patternmaking. My area of specialization is apparel sizing and fit with interest in the use of technology to develop patternmaking theory for improved garment fit, how apparel consumers, retailers and wholesalers impact and are impacted by garment fit, and teaching fitting techniques. My creative production is related to my research in apparel fit and patternmaking theory.
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About Ellen C. McKinney
My primary research focuses on theory in patternmaking. My area of specialization is apparel sizing and fit with interest in the use of technology to develop patternmaking theory for improved garment fit, how apparel consumers, retailers and wholesalers impact and are impacted by garment fit, and teaching fitting techniques. My creative production is related to my research in apparel fit and patternmaking theory.
| Present | Assistant Professor, Iowa State University ‐ Department of Apparel, Events and Hospitality Management | |
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Disciplines
Research Interests
Honors and Awards
- 2021 ITAA Teaching Excellence Award. International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference.
- 2015 Lectra Innovation Award for Teaching.
- 2015 Paper of Distinction Research and Teaching Scholarship Award (Technical Design Track).
- 2014 Paper of Distinction Research and Teaching Scholarship Award (Merchandising: Visual & Promotion Track).
- 2007 Lectra Innovation Award for Faculty Research.
Courses
- Patternmaking I
- Technical Design Processes
- Fashion Forecasting and Product Development
Contact Information
1071 LeBaron
626 Morrill Rd
Ames, IA 50011-2100
515-294-7536
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