An examination of the digital era’s rite of passage: the long trek toward authenticity, the friction of self-exposure, and the courage it takes to let the world watch you rise. 

The stories of these five international students show the struggles of moving to a new country and adjusting to college life in the U.S. Each faced challenges, including language barriers, cultural differences, financial difficulties, and feelings of loneliness. Yet, they found ways to adapt, make friends, and pursue their dreams. Their experiences remind us that being an international student is not just about academics—it’s also about resilience, growth, and finding a sense of belonging far from home. These students prove that with support, determination, and a willingness to trust the process, it is possible to overcome challenges and thrive in a new environment. 

Wendy Woffington reflects on her early unpaid internships in fashion, exploring how determination, industry inequities, and unpaid labor shape careers, and what it really takes to break in.

From Malaysia, Bangladesh, India, and Sri Lanka, four Asian creatives reveal how culture, identity, and ambition shaped their journeys. Their stories challenge stereotypes and redefine what success in the arts can truly mean. 

Through rock stacking, pottery, and personal stories, wabi-sabi – the Japanese philosophy that celebrates imperfection and impermanence – demonstrates that beauty can be found in everyday creative moments. 

Find out why personal style matters and how to find yours by following Sadie through the years of her personal style journey.

Ever witnessed your biggest fear right in front of you? Reimagine your fears as they are on display – and maybe they won’t look so scary anymore.

Masculinity is not a rigid blueprint, but a script shaped by culture, media, and silent expectations absorbed from an early age. Strength, dominance, and control have long been the standard, but masculinity is not one-size-fits-all. Through fashion, fitness, and self-expression, this article unpacks who defines masculinity, who enforces it, and what it means to take ownership of it on your own terms. 

Curious about what’s in a Drexel FIM student’s bag? From daily essentials to quirky treasures, we’ve captured it all. Maybe you’ll spot where they got her favorite lipstick, those stylish glasses, or the water bottle you’ve been secretly eyeing. Take a closer look—you might find your next must-have!  

In college, you are pushed into a sea of singles all perusing dating apps and parties trying to find “the one”. But at this age, most people get the “ick” or find a major turn off before they even swipe right. Today, we are asking the juicy question: what are your biggest red flags? 

Dive into the creative minds of three junior designers at Drexel University as they break boundaries with their Korean American roots, rockstar aesthetics, and gender-fluid design philosophy. 

A chef, a ballerina, a designer, a doctor. It doesn’t matter what dream job you started with; these FI&M students chose fashion above anything else. 

The assistant curator of the Robert and Penny Fox Historic Costume Collection at Drexel University, Rachel Sepielli, details the thrills and challenges of curating the exhibition Modern Ritual: The Art of Mary McFadden

Fashion meets technology to redefine the shopping experience through virtual try-on solutions developed by Junyi Chen’s company, Root Fashion.

How does your environment influence the way you dress? Julia Ryan explores the link between ‘fitting in’ and people’s attire.

“BODIES”, recent D&M graduate Lauren Corcoran’s senior thesis, is more than just a fashion show. In addition to directing a fashion show starring designs by her colleagues and featuring music from her DJ friends, Lauren has curated a unique digital experiment examining the line between fascination and horror through the inclusion of performance art. Read on to get a glimpse into the creative mind of this extremely fascinating D&M Magazine alum.

Tips and tricks on how to make connections when you’ve had none before college.

Explore the ups and downs of adulthood with me… because nothing is as embarrassing once you compare it to me!