Adebayo Omole He/Him
Born in Nigeria, Adebayo Omole’’s parents instilled strong life values built on hard work and persistence from an early age. Early on, he realized that diversity is a strength. This belief propelled him to work hard to achieve personal goals and objectives with the firm conviction that he could be anything he wanted, regardless of race or background. His heritage, experiences and love of color inform his designs along with his Fashion Design studies at Toronto Metropolitan University. His designs mix his love of color and his appreciation for art history as he constantly strives to show people the beauty of diversity.
Accolades and awards
- The Simon Chang Foundation for Change
What does it mean to be a Black TMU grad?
It's about resilience, innovation, creativity and excellence in the face of struggles and adversity.
What advice do you have for other Black students at TMU?
Know that you matter, more than grades, tests and all the other metrics you might evaluate yourself or your intelligence on. And remember, self-care and mental health are so important.
Social Media
Instagram: @adebayoomole (external link)