SUNY Korea
History Makers
SBU
FIT
Press Release
On Saturday, December 7th, FIT students and faculty went to Hanyang University Erica Campus to learn from and connect with fashion experts from around the world. This conference, held by the Korean Society of Fashion Business, focused on the future of K-Fashion as we enter the digital age, and what this means for sustainability.
The conference had two keynote lecturers, the first being Professor Ali Howell Abolo, from Drexel University, USA. Her presentation explored reviewing a company's sustainability through multiple lenses: not simply through an eco-friendly frame but a social and economic one as well. Afterwards, Shuxin Cheng, Co-founder of SCRY, spoke about the beauty of innovation through digital design and launches, showing how growing a brand digitally can reap big rewards sustainably. Between the two speakers, the audience was able to gain inspiration on how to go about promoting holistic sustainability; additionally, they learned a new model of business creation by going virtual.
Following the keynote lecture, an international forum was held by four speakers: Alexander Ruth, founder of PROFESSOR; Jimmyn Parc, professor at the University of Malaya; Jin-Hee Yoon, director of the entertainment division at JTBC; and Jaewon Sheol, editor-in-chief of Cultura. Each focused on different aspects of fashion and media as it concerns Korea on the global stage, from set design, to film, to K-pop. Their executive insight was a large inspiration to the many fashion leaders, professors, and students who attended. The discussions led to casual networking and the growth of new concepts as attendees bounced ideas and asked questions concerning the future of fashion business and design.
The Korean Society of Fashion Business was founded in 1996 to nurture a relationship between academia and fashion. The committee hosts conferences, publishes research, and promotes international exchanges to develop the presence of Korean fashion initiatives globally. This conference was an eye-opening opportunity for FIT students and faculty to expand their knowledge and think critically about the current global shifts in the industry as times change and interest in the Korean market expands.
Written by Student Reporter, Kenessa Washington (kenessa_washington@fitnyc.edu)
SUNY Korea’s 2024 Fall Commencement Ceremony took place on December 13, 2024, at the IGC Auditorium. The event celebrated the achievements of 77 graduates, including students from both the main campus and SUNY Korea. The graduates represented various departments, including Computer Science, Technology and Society, Mechanical Engineering, Business Management, and Applied Mathematics and Statistics. The ceremony opened with a welcome speech by Professor Hamid Hefazi, who served a
The 2024 SUNY Korea Research Challenge showcased the remarkable talents of 79 students from Stony Brook University (SBU) and the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT). The event aimed to cultivate creativity, independence, and innovative thinking in research and entrepreneurship. Moreover, participants worked collaboratively to develop ideas for patents and startups, as well as solutions for social causes, all tied to this year’s theme of R&D and entrepreneurship. A total of 36 tea
On Thursday, December 5, 2024, SUNY Korea hosted its annual Mechanical Engineering Final Project Showcase from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Doosan Dream Makerspace (IGC Building B1093). The event provided students with an opportunity to present their innovative projects to peers, faculty, and visitors. Projects ranged from AI-based pothole detection systems to student-manufactured items and even casino slot machine prototypes which reflected the creativity and engineering skills of partici
November 29th, 2024, was a memorable night for the SUNY Korea community. The annual Year-End Party was held at the IGC Banquet Hall, where many students, staff, and faculty gathered to celebrate and close out the year. This year’s theme was Casino, and the games and dress code were aligned with the casino theme. During the party, there was a talent show along with special guest appearances to electrify the crowd. There were a total of 9 performances, all of which were
A special lecture was held for Business Management students on November 27, 2024. The special lecture, "Aging Society and its Business Opportunities," was given by guest speaker Jungwon Lee, the Head of Healthcare Business at LG Electronics. Jungwon Lee spoke about the declining birth rate in Korea, and what that means for the future of electronics. He shared examples of products that failed and succeeded amongst the old and young generations, such as at-home beer brewers and w