Caroline M. Kobia

Dr. Caroline M. Kobia is an Associate Professor at the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Mississippi State University, specializing in global education, sustainable fashion, women's empowerment, and service-learning pedagogy.

Education:

• Ph.D., M.S. in Textiles, Apparel Design and Merchandising, Louisiana State University
• B.Ed. in Home Economics and Technology, Moi University

Research Interests: Focus on enhancing global competence through experiential learning, empowering women via sustainable textile innovations, and advancing collaborative consumption models in fashion. Recent work explores wearable photovoltaic cells and their durability in real-world conditions.

Scientific Awards:

• Best Track Paper in Local & Global Retailing and Entrepreneurship
• American Collegiate Retailers Association overall best paper award (2022)
• Regions Bank Education Policy Fellowship Program
• Home Economist Doctoral-Level Best Paper Award
• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Excellence in Teaching Awards

Advising and Grants: Mentors graduate student Karrissa Logan. Recognized for integrating service-learning into textile education, including projects like 'Sewing for a Cause' and international collaborations in East Africa and southern Africa.