Department of Applied Design

Education

• Master of Science: Apparel, Textiles, and Merchandising, Ohio University, Athens.

• Bachelor of Science: Textile Engineering, Bangladesh Textile University, Dhaka.

Teaching and Research Interest(s)

• Farhan Haque's teaching interests encompass apparel manufacturing, retail analysis, merchandising strategies, sourcing, and fashion marketing, with a particular focus on social media. His research interests focus on consumer behavior, sustainability strategies for apparel brands, supply chain management, and the impact of retail technology trends. Haque’s work is driven by a commitment to advancing sustainable practices and enhancing transparency within the apparel industry.

Professional Affiliation(s)

• ITAA -  International Textile and Apparel Association

Publication(s) and/or Exhibition(s) 

• Karpova, E., Hodges, N., Haque, F., & Bayat, F (2023). Increasing objective and subjective knowledge of the environmental impact of cotton and polyester apparel: implications for educating future industry professionals. International Journal of Fashion, Design, Technology, and Education,   https://doi.org/10.1080/17543266.2023.2277259

• Su, J., Iqbal, M. A., Haque, F., & Akter, M. M. K. (2023) Sustainable apparel: a perspective from Bangladesh’s young consumers. Social Responsibility Journal, https://doi.org/10.1108/SRJ-01-2022-0035

• Haque, F., & Karpova, E. How to inform consumers about my green products?: Exploring denim brands' strategies communicating sustainability practices. [Paper presented at the 2023 ITAA Conference, November 8 - 11, 2023. Baltimore, MD.]

Something Fun

• When I'm not teaching or doing research, you'll probably find me on the field playing soccer or hitting the tennis courts. It's my way of staying active and having fun!