Arjun Ray

Textiles, Merchandising and Interiors

Fashion merchandising allows Ray the opportunity to fully express himself

Hometown

Atlanta

Major

Fashion Merchandising, Product Development and Design emphasis

Activities and Honors

HOPE Scholarship Recipient, Head of Business Relations for Student Merchandising Association, Executive Board Member and T-Shirt Chair of Phi Kappa Psi, Intern for Brooks Brothers Lenox Mall, Couture a la Cart Assistant General Manager

Why I chose my major

As a kid I always loved art and being creative by writing raps or choosing wild outfits to wear. I came into UGA as a double major in finance and fashion merchandising. After taking economics, accounting, and other business classes I knew it was not for me. I changed my major to fashion merchandising not only in remembrance of my mother and her life full of artistic pursuits, but in lieu of how much I needed to express myself. I could not have seen myself crunching numbers and sitting at a desk all day.

What I like most about FACS

I love the community feeling of the college. I like that the professors care about what I do. I don’t feel like another number in a 300-person class. As well, being one of the few guys I feel out of place at times when learning how to sew a skirt or learn about women's fashion, but many of my professors have made me comfortable in this regard. FACS is a great place for anyone and everyone.

Post-graduation plans

I plan to move back to Atlanta and search for jobs.