About PiPN
This year the curriculum is
slightly different from last summer due to school and association schedules, as
well as feedback from participants.
Schedule
PiPN runs from May 21 through
August 10, 2007. Upon completion,
interns will receive 6 credit hours from University of Akron our partnering
university.
1.)
The
internship begins this year with an intensive, hands-on needlearts workshop at
the University of Akron. Students will study basic hand needleart techniques,
as well as the history and structure of the industry. The class begins on May 21st and runs through May
31th (with May 28th off for the Memorial Day
holiday). The class resumes after
the tradeshow from June 4th through June 7th.
2.)
The
interns will travel to Columbus OH to attend TNNAÕs annual trade show from June
1st through June 3rd. Interns will get an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the
latest trends, fashions, and techniques that the needlearts industry has to
offer! They will also have the
opportunity to connect with successful professionals who are involved in this
unique industry.
3.) Upon completion of the workshop at The
University of Akron, interns will spend the next 9 weeks with an individual
host company (from June 11th through August 10th. Our hosts are designers, wholesalers,
retailers, teachers and manufacturers throughout the U.S. They will be matched with these hosts
according to interest, location preference, and availability.
4.) As part of the studentsÕ internship
project, they will participate in the annual TNNA Student NeedleArts
Competition. This is a great
opportunity for both cash prizes and
industry recognition. Five
students who participated in PiPN 2006 received Awards of Excellence for their
performance during their internships.
Student
Requirements:
-
Students
must be of Junior or Senior standing
-
Preference
will be given to those with a minimum 2.5 grade point average
and in good standing
-
Students
must demonstrate experience or education in 2 out of 3 of the following:
a. Textiles/Fiber arts and/or Needlearts
b. Design
c. Business
- All students must apply to and be
accepted by University of Akron
Host Application
deadlines and contact information:
Click here
for company application.
Materials and Applications
must be received by March 1, 2007.
For more information
about PiPN, please contact Sherry Mulne at bdirect@columbus.rr.com.