New York Fashion Week organizers CLC and IMG partnered to present the successful 9th ​​edition of UofNYFW to 23 students from 15 colleges during New York Fashion Week in September. This unique academic enhancement program is an extension of CLC’s ongoing commitment to supporting the innovative educational initiatives of our partner institutions, offering future fashion leaders access to select runway shows, panel discussions, Networking opportunities with industry leaders.

“UofNYFW is an eye-opening experience filled with events related to the fashion industry. Students get to see the industry in action,” said Haidin Chudi, senior at Baylor. “My time in New York proved to me that what we were learning in class is actually being done in the real world. It also helped me to get it. I am very grateful.”

Students attended a runway show by South Korea’s top designer, Song Jong Wan, and a show by NewLeaper, a unique incubator for emerging designers and fashion business start-ups. Students also attended her NYFW: The Talks session on “Mindfulness in Fashion” with model Hilary Rhoda. Bianca Quinones, singer and songwriter. Krista Janine, Wellness Professional. People discussing mental health in the fashion industry. In addition, the student participated in her Q&A with her IMG representatives, as well as on The Shows, her tour backstage of the production and execution of fashion shows at Spring Studios, the hub of New York Fashion Week. I participated.

Leslie Russo, IMG’s President of Fashion Events and Properties, said: “This collaboration with CLC and participating universities aligns with our mission to provide opportunities for future leaders in the industry and to support the development of new perspectives in the ever-evolving fashion business.”

In addition to the unique New York Fashion Week experience, students will have the opportunity to spend a day with top athletic fashion brands and the university’s licensee, Champion, to learn first-hand how clothing lines are developed and commercialized. I got

“The goal of the UofNYFW College Program is to provide innovative experiences and once-in-a-lifetime learning opportunities for students at our partner institutions. It brings us,” said Cory Moss. , CEO of CLC. “Since the inception of this unique program, we have been honored to help inspire and influence so many talented students on their path to careers in the fashion industry.”

“As Baylor continues to invest in the growth of its university licensing program, we are actively exploring ways to engage with partners across campus and provide educational opportunities to current Baylor students.” Jovan Overshawn Executive Associate, AD, Foreign Affairs said: “The UofNYFW program with CLC and IMG has been a great experience and we are grateful to have Haydin on board and give us the opportunity to proudly represent green and gold at New York Fashion Week.”


The university’s Fashion Week program, funded by the university, provided students with a unique opportunity for academic enrichment. In addition to Baylor, other institutions participating in NYFW’s college enhancement program: The show includes Arizona State University, North Carolina State University, Syracuse University, TCU, Texas A&M University, University of Texas at Austin, University of Arizona, and University of Colorado. It was , University of Delaware, University of Pittsburgh, University of South Carolina, Washington State University, West Virginia University, and Western Michigan University.

 

Chudy and other participating students were asked to document their experiences through social media using #UofNYFW and share what they learned with other students when they returned to campus.