Jackie Mullins

Jackie Mullins is an Assistant Professor in the Departments of Art History and Fashion Design + Merchandising at Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts. She also serves as Supervisor of the Fashion Department's Study Collection of Historic Garments and Global Education Liaison for VCUarts. Her roles include academic advising for Fashion Design + Merchandising students and overseeing the historic garment collection.

Mullins holds a BFA in Fashion Merchandising with a concentration in Costume History and an MA in Museum Studies with a focus on Modern and African American Art, both from VCUarts. Her expertise spans museum curation, fashion history, and cultural heritage preservation.

Her research interests center on historic garments, costume studies, and museum education. She actively contributes to academic organizations like the Costume Society of America. While no specific grants or publications are detailed, her work emphasizes practical and historical engagement with fashion and art collections.

Mullins’ leadership in the Study Collection underscores her commitment to educational resources, bridging academic study with tangible artifacts. Her role as Global Education Liaison reflects her dedication to expanding international academic opportunities.