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At FIT’s Annual Gala on April 14, more than 650 leaders across fashion, business, and culture gathered at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine with a shared purpose: investing in the next generation of creative talent. The evening honored Richard Dickson, president and CEO of @GapInc ., recognizing his legacy of brand reinvigoration and his commitment to creativity as both culture and commerce. Hosted by @Ciara , with welcome remarks from FIT President Jason S. Schupbach, and a performance by @AloeBlacc , the gala raised nearly $1.9 million in support of scholarships and future-focused initiatives for FIT students. A defining moment of the night: the launch of the Doris Fisher Creators Program (DFCP), a mentorship initiative connecting students directly with Gap Inc. leaders as a bridge from the classroom to the industry. In the company of guests including @ZacPosen , @CalvinKlein , @dangeRussWilson , @KarlieKloss , @SabrinaElba , @ChristopherJohnRogers , @FernMallis , @the_real_iman , @NinaGarcia , and @StevenKolb , the evening underscored a collective commitment to the future of the industry. Visit lnk.bio/fitnyc for more takeaways from our 2026 Annual Gala.
Photos © Getty Images; Andrew Werner @FITFoundation @FITAlumni #FITGala #FITNYC

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the @grownbrilliance flagship in SoHo for an inspiring evening celebrating creativity, craftsmanship, and collaboration. We’re grateful to everyone who participated including, Akshie Shah, Founder and Creative Director of Grown Brilliance, Troy Richards, Dean of the FIT School of Art and Design, and Sienna D’Andrea, the visionary FIT student behind the 1,500‑carat lab‑grown‑diamond chandelier that lit up the space. A huge thank‑you to the FIT Jewelry Design student models who showcased Grown Brilliance’s sustainable jewelry with such professionalism, and to @theparkfashion and FIT Board Member Sarah Bonello for providing the dresses that brought chic cohesion We’re honored to have shared the night with so many supporters of design and innovation. Explore more from @grownbrilliance and discover the latest from @theparkfashion . Photography credit to: Angie Mandl / angiemandl

Inspired by her TEDx talk, “How Fashion Won the War on Waste,” Stacy Flynn (BS Textile Development & Marketing ‘99) will return to campus to deliver the closing keynote at FIT’s 20th annual Sustainable Business and Design Conference on April 9. The CEO and co-founder of Evrnu will explore how innovation and creativity can transform waste into opportunity in the fashion industry. Learn more about the journey that led her to developing NuCycl r-lyocell— a sturdy fiber made entirely from cotton textile waste—by watching her TEDx talk at our link in bio. Fellow alumni and industry disruptors also speaking at the two-day conference include: Aleks Gosiewski, BFA Fashion Design ‘17, Co-Founder, Keel Labs (@aleks_gosiewski ) Andrea Reyes, MPS Global Fashion Management ‘12 (@nycfairtrade ) Deanna Crevecoeur , BS Production Management, ‘23 Founder Coeur (@deannacrev ) Kara Mac, AAS Fashion Design ‘85, Founder and CEO Kara Mac Shoes (@karamac.ny ) Miranda Morrison, AAS Accessories Design, ‘89 (@mmorrisan ) Sarah Scaturro, MA Fashion and Textile Studies ‘10 (@saruzzza ) Celebrate Earth Month AND 20 Years of Collective Progress with FIT by joining for one or both days of panels, keynotes, workshops, and opportunities to connect with like-minded earth warriors. Register at fitnyc.edu/sustainabilityconference or visit our link in bio.

Set your reminder. Secure your seat. One week out. FIT’s 20th Annual Sustainable Business and Design Conference, "Industry Disruptors: Your Voice, Our Future: 20 Years of Collective Progress,” brings together a dynamic mix of voices shaping what’s next, spanning circularity to biofabrication, craft to culture. Featuring Amber Valletta, Emilyn Edillon and Sara Kozlowski of CFDA, Suzanne Lee of Biofabricate, Andrea Baldo of Mulberry, Miranda Morrison and Madeleine Danzberger of Steve Madden, and Morgan Ginn of The Footwear Collective. Plus a special conversation tied to PBS’s “Human Footprint” with FIT alum Frederick Anderson, Dr. Nate Dappen, and Constance White, and a closing keynote by Stacy Flynn, CEO and co-founder of Evrnu. With more speakers, panelists, and perspectives to come across the two-day conference. Join us April 8 and 9 as industry disruptors, designers, and changemakers come together to rethink systems, materials, and the future of fashion. Learn more and register now at fitnyc.edu/industrydisruptors #FITNYC #FITSustainability #EarthMonth

#SelenaGomez and #KennethCole were honored at the 2026 Social Impact Summit in NYC today. Gomez was the recipient of the inaugural Excellence in Beauty Philanthropy Award (accepted by Rare Beauty Chief Impact Office Elyse Cohen) for her work through Rare Beauty and the Rare Impact Fund. And Cole was honored for his decades of commitment to social justice and The Mental Health Coalition.⁠ ⁠ Hosted by Social Impact Fund and FIT Foundation, the summit was presented by Kate Spade (@katespadeny ), Perlman & Perlman, LLP, Ulta Beauty (@ultabeauty ), MAC Cosmetics (@maccosmetics ) and Delta Air Lines (@delta ) in partnership with @hollywoodreporter

MAJOR news! We’re so excited to announce @Ciara as host of the FIT Annual Gala, “Threads of Impact.” The event will honor Richard Dickson, president and chief executive officer of Gap Inc., and a shared commitment to creativity as a force for change in fashion and global retail. “I’m thrilled to be hosting the FIT Annual Gala in honor of the incredible Richard Dickson,” Ciara said. “As someone who has always used fashion as a platform for expression, I know how essential it is for leaders like Gap Inc. to foster creativity and invest in emerging talent. I’m proud to support an evening dedicated to connecting industry icons with the next generation, providing FIT students with the resources they need to bring their own visions to life.” Taking the stage for a special musical performance will be @AloeBlacc 🎤🙌. Stay tuned for gala coverage—we can’t wait to celebrate! Photos: Michael Drummond, Amanda Austin

Congratulations to Corey Moran (@coreyjay ), Cosmetics and Fragrance Marketing Management MPS ’15, as he steps into his new role as chief marketing officer at Michael Kors. Corey will lead brand storytelling for the iconic label founded by a fellow alum. In addition to his prior role at Google as the head of industry for fashion and luxury segments, Corey stays close to his FIT roots—teaching graduate students in the CFMM program (@fitbeautythinktank ), serving on the FIT Foundation (@fitfoundation ) Board, collaborating with alumni, the campus community, and industry stakeholders—continuing to champion FIT on 27th street and beyond. Headshot by @Bronson.photo courtesy of Corey Moran. #FitAlumni #FITNYC #MichaelKors

From now through Wednesday, April 1, make a gift of $50 or more to be entered to win 2 tickets to attend the FIT Annual Gala.* One lucky winner will receive 2 tickets to the Threads of Impact, with Cocktails, Dinner, and Honors from 6−9 pm and the official Afterparty from 9−11 pm. Proceeds raised from your entry will support the FIT Foundation in advancing innovation, social impact, sustainability, scholarships, and more. Learn more + Enter the 2026 Gala Ticket Giveaway at our link in bio! *2026 Annual Gala Ticket Giveaway Information: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A PURCHASE, DONATION, OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. Giveaway begins on March 18, 2026 at 12 am ET and ends at 11:59 pm ET on April 1, 2026. A completed entry must be received by the end time. Must be a resident of the U.S. and at least 18 years of age to enter. Sponsor: FIT Foundation, 227 West 27th Street, New York, NY 10001. Read the official giveaway rules at https://www.fitnyc.edu/about/administration/fit-foundation/events/gala/gala-giveaway.php

Twenty years of turning ideas into action! FIT’s 20th Annual Sustainable Business and Design Conference, “Your Voice, Our Future: 20 Years of Collective Progress,” returns April 8 and 9. FIT alumni, register now via link in bio to get early bird pricing, available through Wednesday, March 18. Your ticket includes: 💡 Full access to all main-stage sessions across both days 💡 Exclusive networking opportunities with industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers 💡Daily meals and refreshments (breakfast, lunch, and light bites during conference hours) 💡 Entry to the FIT Changemaker Award ceremony and reception 💡 Continued access to on-demand content available through Earth month in April Industry disruptors, designers, entrepreneurs, activists, and changemakers will come together to explore the future of sustainable fashion and business. Through conversations, panels, and hands-on workshops, the conference highlights how creative industries are rethinking systems, materials, and practices to build a more responsible future. Learn more and register at fitnyc.edu/industrydisruptors #FITNYC #FITSustainability

We want to thank our amazing panelists for sharing their unique insights and experiences at our annual #blackhistorymonth❤️🖤💚 event with FIT’s Black Student Union @thebsuatfit and the Social Justice Center at FIT: 💚Mackenzie Harding (moderator), Advertising and Marketing Communications BS ‘24, member, FIT Alumni Advisory Council, former president, FIT Black Student Union ❤️Kareem Gayle, Senior vice president of human resources, North America at Parfums Christian Dior, Board Member, FIT Foundation @fitfoundation 🖤Antoine Gregory, Fabric Styling BFA ‘17, creative director and founder, Black Fashion Fair 💚Jirah Joshua, Designer and director of Room–file, a New York and London-based interior design studio ❤️Corey Smith, Vice president of diversity, equity, and inclusion, LVMH Inc., Board Member, FIT Foundation While the month may be ending, amplifying talent, diversity, and celebrating the creativity and leadership of black students and alumni is always integral to our community ❤️🖤💚

Join us for "Black Legacy in the Creative Industries," the Annual Black History Month Panel in Partnership with BSU, SJC, and FIT Foundation. — This year's dynamic panel discussion and Q&A features Black creative industry leaders and entrepreneurs, Antoine Gregory, Kareem Gayle, Corey Smith, and Jirah Joshua, moderated by former BSU president Mackenzie Harding. The panel is followed by an Alumni x Student Mixer.🎉 This year’s national theme, “A Century of Black History Commemorations,” reminds us that our stories, impact, and innovation continue to shape the future of the creative economy. Before the panel discussion, guests will have the opportunity to view Welcome Home, an exhibition of painting, sculpture, and photography organized by FIT's Black Student Union (BSU)—and to meet the curators and participating artists. This year’s theme explores returning, rebuilding, and reclaiming displaced spaces—and how creativity allows us to redefine home. ✨