Manchester Metropolitan University was delighted to welcome back to campus fashion alumnus Ian Griffiths, Creative Director of renowned fashion brand Max Mara. On 2 March Ian delivered a guest lecture to 170 Manchester Fashion Institute students and launched a new Scholarship funded by Max Mara. The Max Mara Opportunity Scholarship in Fashion will provide funding for six students, awarded over three years, from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. 

Ian provided a detailed talk reflecting on his time in Manchester and how the city he knew compared to now. He provided a wonderful insight into his own experiences studying fashion at the University, and how his time here still influences him today.