Rachel Spence By Amanda Beck Today we are highlighting Rachel Spence, a valuable CDR alumna. Rachel graduated in 2018 with a degree in Integrated Marketing Communication. During her time in CDR, she stayed engaged with the club by writing blog posts for our website. Rachel also exceeded expectations with her writing by having it published in the Rocket under the CDR column. Rachel found her way after graduation by utilizing her knowledge of the fashion industry, working as a

By Jordan Ensign, with Kasaundra Harvey and Shyann Tarr Next month, three members of the College Dress Relief team —Kasaundra Harvey, Shyann Tarr, and Jordan Ensign— will be graduating from Slippery Rock University. Today, we're highlighting the ways CDR has shaped their undergraduate journeys, and the memories made and lessons learned along the way. From left: Kasaundra Harvey (CDR Co-President), Shyann Tarr (CDR Secretary), & Jordan Ensign (CDR Blog Editor) Why did you deci

By Madison Walloch Photo courtesy of Alaina Titchen On Monday, March 23, CDR members attended the 2026 Pittsburgh Opera Fashion Show, titled “It’s About Time,” at the Bitz Opera Factory. The show was curated by Richard Parsakian, and served as his final show after a 45-year long career in events. Parsakian is also the owner of Eons Fashion Antique, which is focused on costume design for film, TV, dance, and theatre. The store will be celebrating 40 years in business this Ju

By Amanda Beck Today we are highlighting a past CDR member, Alyssa Kasunich. Alyssa graduated from SRU in 2022 with a degree in Integrated Marketing Communication. Alyssa Kasunich Alyssa currently holds two positions, as a Digital Account Manager at Little Moon Marketing, and as the Digital Media Manager at Safety First. While Alyssa did not hold a position during her time in CDR, she still gained valuable experience and created lasting memories as an active member. She was

By Savanah Ord Spring is here, and it’s the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe. The goal is simple: keep the pieces that worked in winter, but swap in lighter fabrics, fresh colors, and versatile layers. A few thoughtful changes can make your outfits feel new without a full wardrobe overhaul. 1. Swap Heavy Outerwear for Lighter Layers Photo from Pinterest Winter coats and heavy jackets can be replaced with trench coats, denim jackets, light cardigans, or utility jackets. T

By Jordan Ensign I'm someone who likes to cut my hair frequently. I usually can't go more than a couple months before getting the urge to mix it up—but that many professional haircuts a year can get expensive and time consuming, especially for a busy college student. Those are just two of many reasons why, for over five years now, I’ve been cutting my own hair. What began as a DIY clean-up following one unsatisfactory salon experience turned into a consistent habit that gives