This October, Douglas J hosted the first annual Collective Beauty Brands (CBB) Hair Show at The Roxy in Rochester,...
Student Success Story: Kristen Smetek
Ann Arbor Institute Graduate | Master Stylist, California From night student to Master Stylist in sunny Southern...
Student Success Story: A Journey of Growth, Education & Passion Behind the Chair
At Douglas J, we’re proud to spotlight alumni who’ve taken their education and passion for the beauty industry and...
Student Success Story: Kevin Pelham
Master Stylist + Salon Manager | Luxe Lab Salon, Santa MonicaCampus Attended: Ann Arbor From receptionist to master...
Student Success: Jaelyn Searcy-Hammack, Natural Talent Scholarship
Discover how Jaelyn Searcy-Hammack’s lifelong love for cosmetics and stage performance led her to shine at the Douglas J Natural Talent Scholarship Competition in Knoxville.
Student Success Story: Hayley Smith
Hayley Smith East Lansing Graduate Freelance Stylist | NYC Website | Instagram Hayley Smith, an East Lansing graduate...
Student Success Story: Madison Carter
Madison Carter Ann Arbor Current Role: Independent Stylist — Blonding & Hair Extension Specialist Instagram:...
Student Success Story: Courtney Irwin
COURTNEY IRWIN Location: Knoxville, TN Title: Graduate | Salon Owner Stylez by Coco Instagram | Salon Wildflower...
Each Douglas J Michigan Institution Includes Members of Beacon Class of 2025
At Douglas J Institute, we are committed to helping our students go beyond the classroom and excel in the beauty...
My Bridal Stylist Career with DJ Grad Kim Nguyen
My Bridal Stylist Career with DJ Grad Kim Nguyen What path did you take? I have been a bridal hairstylist in the...
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How [Douglas J Grad] Kierra Lanice Wray went from Sexton High School to the BET Awards
Before she was a regular on the Hollywood awards show circuit, makeup artist Kierra Lanice Wray earned spending money...
Student Story: Sydney J.
Sydney is a recent graduate of Douglas J Institute’s Royal Oak location and she’s already killing it in the world of beauty. Check out her inspiring story here!
From Student to Salon Owner, Meet Tess G!
Cosmetology graduate Tess isn’t just a hair wizard– she’s also the co-owner of a successful salon in Michigan. This is just another example of how awesome our graduates are at Douglas J Institute! Read this blog to learn more about her story!