2025 + Public Policy and Administration

Owner of KD Creative

I hope that through my art I can give people a little bit of joy in their day. Art has always helped to brighten my day, so I hope my art can do that for others.

2027 + Psychology

Owner of Marissa’s Makery

I love seeing the smiles on people’s faces when they see something so beautiful and unique! I want everyone to be able to experience this and maybe they’ll get that feeling from my creations!

2025 + Graphic Design

Owner of Studio Ramen

Ramen aims to provide each customer with a unique and special product that speaks directly to them.

Communication Sciences and Disorders + 2027

Owner of Cosy Critters

I created Cosy Critters after a car accident left me unable to walk during the summer, so I learned how to crochet! It kept me sane, happy, and feeling as if I had a purpose. I made my cousins and family members special crocheted friends and realized that I could really make something out of this, and so Cosy Critters was born.

2026+Philosophy

Owner of JMUCrochetsbySofi

I typically make crocheted amigurumi, but also clothing on occasion. I hope to bring a unique way to spread JMU pride! I started my business to create and spread fun and unique crocheted art with students here at JMU!

Studio Art + 2026

Owner of Snowdrop Craftery

Snowdrop Craftery is a place where you can find mainly crochet plushies, but also other items like paper crafts and room decor. These can make good gifts for friends or just fun things for you! I love to crochet and create little craft pieces to give to my friends as gifts. Seeing their reactions to getting them makes me so happy and have often been told that I should sell what I make! This was something that I wanted to do for a while but didn't know how, then a friend told me about StudentMade! Now I can share my love of crocheting with so many more people!

2027 + History

Owner of Creative Clayworks

I hope to bring joy and happiness to people through my work. Whether it's the jewelry or other ceramic pieces, I hope that they inspire joy in the recipients - either to keep or to use as a gift.

2028 + Architectural Design

Owner of A. Creations

I grew up on the water, so the ocean is one of my biggest inspirations as an artist. My branding includes a lot of aquatic elements and calm blues.

SMAD + 2026

Owner of Golden Grace

The most rewarding part is seeing my jewelry bring together various people. Each bracelet has its own unique design that makes it special - just as everyone is unique in their own way!

2025 + Media Arts & Design

Owner of Smiley Sky Designs

I want to share the message of confidence through my business. All of my products are one of a kind because they are second-hand flannels and personally dyed by me. Since they are one of a kind, I want my customers to have confidence when they wear them because they are the only ones with that exact product.

Marketing + 2027

Owner of Made By Lauren

I created Made By Lauren in an effort to create handmade and affordable jewelry and gifts. I find inspiration through trends and from the perspective of a college student who is looking to stay trendy while on a budget.

2025 + History

Owner of Kiana Designs

My ultimate goal is to help people get to their goal. Results of happy gratitude is a good reward.

Honors Interdisciplinary Studies + 2028

Owner of Riles Designs Co.

In 2020, our world hit pause, but my mind hit go. While nurses were fighting to save lives on the frontlines, I was compelled to take the bad and turn it into good. I started making bracelets to give out to nurses with encouraging words on them. The feeling of impacting each nurse evoked a new drive in my heart, something I was inspired to chase after at a young age. This passion project inspired me to create a business selling jewelry in which I donate a portion of the proceeds to causes close to my heart: Childhood Cancer Research, Cystic Fibrosis Research, and Autism Awareness. I decided to donate to these three causes on account of knowing and loving three local children with each condition. Intention is at the heart of who I am as a person and what my small business stands for.