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How art, sewing and design led Melody Jarrell to WVU
An artist from day one, Melody Jarrell, a proud West Virginia University Extension 4-H member, is Morgantown-bound to begin her journey of becoming a graphic designer.
Jarrell, who grew up with a love for art and creating, found that the art and sewing skills she learned in 4-H led her to pursue a BFA in art and design with an area of emphasis in graphic design at WVU’s College of Creative Arts and Media. Her portfolio includes a wide range of projects, including 3-D sculptures, paintings, quilts and more.
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