Now that it is second semester, seniors have begun to narrow down the road they will be taking after graduation. From committing to their college, to meeting their potential roommates, seniors are really starting to set their future in stone. One senior who has had their dream job in mind since they were an underclassmen is Madi Miller.

Miller has known since her sophomore year that she wanted to have a degree in fashion, but did not narrow it down to fashion design until her junior year. She intends to major in fashion design and minor in fashion merchandising at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) in Georgia.

“When I started my college search for design schools, it was hard,” said Miller. “There aren’t many design schools, but since a huge factor for me was going to school in the south, SCAD stood out. I like SCAD the best because it has a wide variety of majors, and it’s very interconnected, so all the majors interact and collaborate on projects. The school also has a very credible and well-known fashion program, so I know I’ll be getting a good education.”

York’s grand span of clubs and classes have helped Miller become one step closer to achieving her goals. She has taken all the sewing based classes as well as Fashion Merchandising here at York. She also is currently a teacher’s assistant in Fashion Construction for Mrs. Marik. As for clubs, Miller has participated in FCCLA all four years.

“In FCCLA I have to make a piece of clothing and then at the competitions, I present my work and get graded on the quality of the garment,” said Miller. “I’ve done pretty well and have made it to state all years.”

Not only have York’s programs led her to achieve her goals, but her parents and friends have been by her side for moral support.

“I think what made me take my future in fashion design seriously was the support I got from my family and friends,” said Miller. “The industry is very, very competitive, and there are so many people trying to succeed. Their reassurance in my dreams is definitely something that helps me stay focused and, in a way, inspired.”

Most of Miller’s work has been focused on sizing garments for herself, so she has not had the opportunity to make garments for others. However, loves the idea of going into a field where you create art for others.

“Over the summer I stayed at SCAD to take some classes,” said Miller. “While I was there, there was a quote that was on a street sign, and it read, ‘If I can create something that makes one person smile then all my work was worth it. Art for all.’ and it really stuck with me. I believe art is a way of connecting people with emotions and expression. In the future, whatever I end up doing, I hope it has a positive impact on others and not just for a selected taste or my own interest”.

The York-hi wishes Miller and all of the seniors good luck on whichever path they decide to take!