BAMA NRFSA SUCCESS STORY: Lauren Wong!!! ⭐️😊 Lauren graduated in the fall of 2025 and received her degree in Apparel in Textiles with a concentration of Fashion Merchandising and minored in Business. While at UA, she served as an Event Coordinator and then Vice President her senior year for NRFSA. 

She’s currently living in Charleston, SC and works at HART as a Wholesale and Brand Experience Associate. Recently, she took the time to answer a few questions on how NRFSA shaped her professionally. “How did NRFSA help you land your job at HART?: Being in NRFSA throughout my college experience gave me exposure to all different facets of retail, fashion, and business. I felt encouraged to explore careers and pathways outside of my direct studies. I also strengthened my networking skills and have since built out a strong network that I still keep in touch with! How did NRF NXT impact you or any great memories from the trip?: I had the privilege of attending the NRF Student Program, ...