Impacting People | USW 10 Years of Impact
Students at USW are encouraged to realise their ability to help expand their opportunities after graduation.
Joseph Thomas struggled at school and lacked a sense of direction. A keen sewer, he was drawn to BA Fashion Design at USW because of its focus on ethics and sustainability.
Upon joining the University, he felt instantly understood by the tutors and was able to utilise the studio facilities on offer. Joseph, who has autism, felt supported by his lecturers, and set up his own brand in his second year, Haus of Androgyny – a genderless clothing range with a focus on inclusivity. He started to see his autism as something he could channel into his brand, rather than something that was holding him back from achieving success.
USW helped give Joseph the confidence to pitch his work and expand his network. He now hopes to evolve his brand, and is focusing on producing well-made, creative pieces to drag kings and queens across the country.