FAB: Fashion & Business Spring 2011
Application
Mission:
Our objective is to provide an outlet for students of all
majors to get together on the common grounds of a desire
to work in the fashion industry and to connect them
with professionals in the field.
Vision:
Welcome to FAB: Fashion & Business a FABulous new
student group at the University of Minnesota-Twin
Cities. As a new student group it is vital that we have a
passionate, proactive, and committed board in order to
become a successful organization and achieve our goals
for the FABulous Future.
In order to achieve this we look for support at all levels,
but all are equally valued and important in order to
run a dynamic organization. The leadership structure
will change as we establish ourselves at the U of M and
potentially with the local, national, and international
communities.
Instructions
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APPLICATION PROCESS
You must fill out the attached application in its
entirety. Make sure you answer the questions thoroughly
and thoughtfully. Including your resume is optional but
is HIGHLY recommended.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Submit your application to fashion@umn.edu by
January 10, 2011 by 11:59pm. You will receive an
email to confirm that we have received it.
Late applications will NOT be accepted without prior
excuse.
Please address any questions or concerns to
fashion@umn.edu asap.
***If you are selected for a board position, we require a
$35 board member fee for this semester. If you have
already paid your membership dues, you will just have
to pay the difference.
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Position Descriptions
We have two-hour board meetings every other week as
well as one activity for members each week. For most
positions, the average time commitment is 3-6 hours per
week. Positions run all throughout spring semester
2011.
Secretary
 Take notes during all meetings
 In charge of the FAB email account and responsible
for answering any emails that FAB receives.
 Send out list-serve emails/announcements etc.
 Keep track of documents to build a sustainable
organization
 Send out thank you cards to professionals after
meetings/events.
Public Relations Chair
 Build FAB’s image on campus & beyond
 Make relations with & contact media about FAB &
events
 Create Press releases & kits (especially Spring Show)
 Update Facebook, Twitter, Linked In etc weekly &
respond to wall & requests etc.
Events Assistant
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 Support Events Coordinator
 Plan weekly events & mini events
 Plan fundraising events
FAB Online Store Manager
 Help create vision & plan for the store
 Oversee all operations the online store
 Should have good technical, organizational, &
managing skills
 Retail experience preferred
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Application
 Name:
 Email:
 Phone:
 College at the U:
CDES, CLA, CSOM, CEHD, SJMC, etc…
 Major(s)/Minor(s):
 Cumulative GPA:
 2010-2011 Status:
Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior
 Expected Graduation Date:
 Position(s) desired:
(Be specific so we can better place you with your
interests, experience, and skills)
Please answer the following questions. Use as much
space as you need.
 Please explain why you are interested in becoming a
FAB board member.
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 What would like to see FAB achieve this semester?
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 Why are you interested in the position(s) you are
applying for?
 Describe your past experiences and how they will
help you with your position as a FAB Board member.
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 Which specific FAB events have you attended recently
and/or have you communicated with any past or
present FAB board members?
 Please explain your other commitments and how you
plan to manage if you are to become a FAB Board
member for the 2010-2011 school year. How much
time commitment will you be able to give to on a
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weekly basis considering your other obligations
(classes, work, other activities etc.)?
 Please attach a resume or list of activities, positions
held, volunteer experiences, etc. to this sheet and/or
any other items that will help us analyze your
qualifications for the position you are applying for.
(Optional but HIGHLY recommended).
*** FAB Magazine Staff Writer and Public Relations
Chair Applicants must attach samples of previous work.
(Samples of writing etc.)
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