Clair McClure
College of Family and Consumer Sciences
Senior Lecturer & Undergraduate Coordinator
Education
| Degree | Field of Study | Institution | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. | Textiles, Merchandising and Interiors - International Merchandising | University of Georgia | 2017 |
| M.S. | Textiles, Merchandising and Interiors - Merchandising and International Trade | University of Georgia | 2011 |
| B.S. | Textile Management concentration in Manufacturing | Clemson University | 2009 |
Research
My research on how Athens area fashion boutiques use social media, relates to the retailing and entrepreneurship courses I teach in addition to providing valuable connections for our fashion merchandising internship program. I also conduct resarch on pedagogy technologies which enhance the learning experience for fashion merchandising students.
Teaching
My teaching philosophy stems from a desire to see students strong in foundational knowledge while possessing confidence in finding answers to the questions they do not know. A primary goal in my teaching is to empower students to be lifelong learners and to engage in a healthy discourse with their peers, professors, and industry leaders.
Service
| Organization | Title | Year(s) | Service Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Retail Federation | Faculty Advisor | 2015 - present | National |
| Student Merchandising Association | Advisor | 2016 - 2020 | Departmental |
| The Agency | Advisor | 2015 - 2017 | Departmental |
Outreach
Through service opportunities I have worked with diverse groups, recruited incoming students, and advised successful scholarship recipients through the National Retail Federation. As the fashion merchandising internship coordinator, I am also a point of contact for industry representatives interested in recruiting talent for internships and entry level careers in the fashion industry.
Current Classes
TXMI 4520/6520 Apparel and Textile Economics
TXMI 5240/7240 Retailing Apparel and Textiles
TXMI 5280 Retail Entreprenuership
TXMI 5900 Professional Development for the Fashion Industry
TXMI 5910 Fashion Merchandising Internships