AATCC has announced the winners of the 2022 AATCC Concept 2 Consumer® Student Merchandising Competition. This is a digital poster competition that will allow students the opportunity to demonstrate their skills in business, marketing, and merchandising.
This year, AATCC received 12 entries, with 34 students participating! This year's theme asked students to merchandise a sustainable travel wear line that incorporated recycled materials, sustainable manufacturing, and antibacterial and/or odor-control properties.
The first price was awarded to Danielle Klinedinst from the University of Delaware. She was awarded US$1000 from AATCC, US$300 from Farhan Patel, and one-year free AATCC Student Membership. Klinedinst is pursuing a degree in Fashion Merchandising and Management.
Samantha Blocher from the Washington State University was awarded with the second prize. She received $750 from AATCC, $200 from Farhan Patel, and one-year free AATCC student membership. She is pursuing graduation with a BA in Apparel Merchandising, Design, and Textiles.
Amber Mills, TemueraQueypo, ShingYo Tsai, and Emma Raz from the Oregon State University bagged the third prize. The group was awarded with $250 from AATCC, $100 from Farhan Patel, and one-year free AATCC student memberships.
