Hello! I'm Alaina and I'm a sophomore at Drexel University. Growing up in Cheyenne, Wyoming has fostered in me a love for the outdoors and protecting the environment. I created a Custom Design Major combining Fashion Design and Materials Science and Engineering. When I'm not in school I love to hike, read, and crochet. I'm super excited to be a part of PA Fibershed because it will allow me to apply what I'm learning in my classes and take the next step with sustainability activism!

Hi! My name is Anna and I am a junior at Drexel University studying fashion design. I grew up in Wisconsin and have loved art and design from a young age. Outside of school and my studio classes, I love to paint and draw, play violin, and go thrifting. This year I am looking forward to learning more about sustainability in the fashion industry, taking what I learn and applying it to my design practice, and working with others to promote awareness and create a positive impact!

Hello! I am a senior at Drexel, studying fashion design. I have a passion for fashion history, specifically historical textile and lace making! I love going on a river hike, listening to music, and cats! I have been incorporating sustainability into my life for as long as I've known what sustainability means, which is still constantly changing. I am looking forward to connecting with and educating others who are enthusiastic about making a difference in the world of sustainability!

Hi! My name is Caroline Goulet and I am a graduate student at Drexel University. I live in New Jersey and I am interested in working in a museum as an arts administrator. I am a fiber artist myself (knitting) which feeds into my thesis topic about integrating fiber arts into contemporary fine art institutions. I am so excited to get involved with Fibershed PA and see what is possible.

Hello! My name is Dernae-Pierredernique and I am a fashion design student at Drexel University. I am excited to join this year as one of PA Fibershed’s ambassadors. I hope to learn more about the local textile industry, gain knowledge on sustainable fiber and textile practices, and engage with the community through meaningful activities and events. I look forward to taking the skills and professional connections fostered in this program as I continue my journey in the fashion industry as a leader of positive change.

My name is Maya Desmarais and I grew up in Lancaster, PA! I am a senior at Drexel University majoring in Fashion Industry and Merchandising with a Fine Art minor. I am excited to meet the other ambassadors and learn even more about PA Fibershed.

Hi! My name is Nadia Crowley and I'm a sophomore at Drexel University studying Fashion Industry and Merchandising. I grew up in North Philadelphia and I have always had a love for fashion. In the future, I hope to create my own line of sustainable fashion garments. This year I am super excited to visit a Fibershed and learn more about textiles!

I'm a sophomore at Drexel University from Iowa City, Iowa. My major is Politics, Philosophy, and Economics (yes, all one major!). I'm most excited to help with clothing swap and donating events this year.

My name is Zariah Simpson, I grew up in Charlotte, NC and I am a Senior at Drexel University. I major in Fashion Design, and have minors in Culinary Arts, Fine Arts, and Japanese. This year I am most excited to graduate and present my senior thesis which will work as my debut collection expressing my interest in art, sustainability, culture, and activism. While being apart of the PA Fibershed’s Ambassador Program I aim to expand my sustainable network and gain valuable knowledge that can not only support my eco-conscious journey as a designer, but also find the means to encourage others to take-up sustainable decision making.