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Binghamton University appoints director for new student opportunity initiative

Binghamton University has appointed Alesha Bowman as director of its Promise Scholars Initiative, a programme designed to improve student retention and strengthen a sense of belonging on campus. According to the university, Bowman joined Binghamton in October 2025 and is preparing to launch the programme’s pilot cohort in fall 2026. The...

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Georgia Southern University recognised among top fashion merchandising schools in the US

Georgia Southern University has been named one of the leading fashion merchandising schools in the United States by Fashion-Schools.org. In a review evaluating more than 200 institutions based on criteria including academics, admissions, programmes and faculty, Georgia Southern ranked No. 49 overall, placing it in the top 25 percent of schools...

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RMCAD highlights role of sustainable design in fashion education

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) is highlighting the growing importance of sustainability in fashion, emphasising how responsible design practices are reshaping the industry and the way emerging designers are trained. In a recent release, the Colorado-based institution noted that sustainable fashion involves reducing waste,...

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Kent State School of Fashion to induct Fern Mallis into Fashion Hall of Fame

The Kent State University School of Fashion will induct Fern Mallis into its Fashion Hall of Fame during its annual Fashion Week celebrations in May 2026. Often referred to as the “Godmother of Fashion Week,” Mallis is widely credited with transforming New York Fashion Week into a globally recognised fashion industry platform. During her...

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ASU clothing drive promotes sustainable fashion on campus

Students at Arizona State University are being encouraged to rethink their relationship with fashion through Fashion Forward, a campus clothing drive focused on sustainability and community sharing. According to student newspaper The State Press, the initiative allows members of the ASU community to donate unwanted clothing and then shop for...

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Next-generation designers prepare to take the runway at Fashion Week El Paseo

Emerging designers are set to take centre stage at Fashion Week El Paseo, one of the largest fashion showcases on the U.S. West Coast, highlighting the next generation of creative talent in the industry. The annual event takes place at The Gardens on El Paseo, bringing together established designers, retailers and fashion students for a series...

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Heathfield school Ascot hosts student-led fashion show ‘NEXUS’

Heathfield School Ascot has hosted a two-night, sold-out student fashion show that drew comparisons to professional industry events. The showcase, titled NEXUS, welcomed 250 guests and featured nearly 100 original garments designed, constructed and modelled entirely by students. The event explored the intersection of heritage and innovation,...

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APICCAPS relaunches Knowledge Roadshow to connect Portuguese footwear industry with schools

The APICCAPS has relaunched its Knowledge Roadshow initiative for the third consecutive year, strengthening ties between Portugal’s footwear industry and the school community. Integrated into the Bioshoes4all project and supported by Portugal’s Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR), the programme forms part of the Footwear Cluster Strategic Plan...

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Jewelers Mutual invests 10 million dollars in SCAD Bench Jeweler Education program

Jewelers Mutual Group has announced a $10 million, 10-year investment in bench jeweler education at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), marking the largest financial contribution to the university’s jewelry program to date. The alliance aims to address a growing talent shortage in the jewelry industry, where retirements are outpacing...

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London College of Fashion returns to London Fashion Week with MA class of 2026 showcase

London College of Fashion (LCF), part of University of the Arts London (UAL), returned to the official London Fashion Week schedule with a catwalk and showroom presentation spotlighting its MA Class of 2026. The showcase featured collections from students in the MA Fashion Design Technology (Menswear) and MA Fashion Design Technology...

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Student-led fashion show at University of Calgary Raises Eating Disorder awareness

A student-organised fashion show at the University of Calgary has brought attention to eating disorder awareness and the importance of creating visible, supportive spaces on campus. The event, which took place in early February, featured student models and designers showcasing looks that symbolised personal journeys and community solidarity. The...

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Digital learning transforming fashion education, says JD Institute Director

Digital learning is reshaping fashion education, offering new tools and opportunities for students and educators, according to Sudhakar Rao, Director of JD Institute of Fashion Technology, School of Fashion Design. In a recent interview, Rao highlighted how online platforms, virtual tools and blended teaching methods are expanding access to...