Making A Career in Fashion Design

Feb 11, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm
University Library: Jack & Florence Ferman Presentation Room

Join us for an engaging conversation with designer, industry leader, and Black Design Collective co-founder, TJ Walker. This event is co-hosted by the student organization from Family and Consumer Sciences, TRENDS. Refreshments will be served.

For more than two decades, the clothing designs of Thomas “TJ” Walker have been featured among the pages of such prominent publications as: Forbes, Details, Code, Black Enterprise, Elle, Source, Sportswear International, Vibe and Women’s Wear Daily. Known primarily for his design prowess in the menswear apparel industry, Walker is at heart a true fine artist. Throughout his career, while simultaneously occupying the position as Educator, Creative Director, Design Consultant or Chief Creative Officer for several notable clothing companies such as Cross Colours, Groove Company, Mence, DKNY, DADA, and Converse, he has continued to indulge in his first love, fine art.

Walker, a successful designer is currently developing design programs for inner-city children to inspire and nurture the development of raw creative talent.

This event is part of the CSUN University Library’s Black History Month event series.

Thank you to our co-sponsors for making these events possible: University Student Union (USU), Educational Opportunity Program (EOP), California Faculty Association - Northridge Chapter (CFA - Northridge), Provost's Office, Africana Studies Department, The Tom & Ethel Bradley Center, and the Criminology Department.

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