School of Fashion

Fashion finds at the Kent State Museum.

When Kent State Today asked Kent State University Museum Director Sarah Rogers to put together a list of her ‘Top Five Finds’ at the museum – must-see items, her favorite pieces, or cool or unusual items that might surprise visitors – she did not disappoint

2024 Honors College Graduates

Honors College students graduating in spring, summer and fall 2024, along with distinguished faculty and alumni were honored at a special luncheon event in the Kent Student Center Ballroom. 

Student Spotlight Sarah Hayden

Meet Sarah Hayden!

“When I began the college search process as a transfer student, I knew I did not want to go into a big city to get a degree in fashion. I wanted to have a great college experience however, I still wanted to get a degree from a world-renowned program,” said Sarah. Kent State was the right fit for Sarah’s goals. The School of Fashion requires students to study abroad, obtain internships and select a minor. These requirements give students the tools to succeed in their field. 

Kaleigh McGreal Spring

A soon-to-be Kent State graduate has had a busy semester preparing for the School of Fashion's Annual Fashion Show and job hunting after graduation.

Kent State Today
Women's History Month - Ann Walter

As part of Women's History Month, the director of Kent State New York City Fashion shares her experience and offers advice that's both practical and empowering for women looking to break into the fashion industry. 

rack of colorful clothing

At a time when Americans are pinching pennies, sustainable fashion expert and Kent State School of Fashion professorr explains how cheap trendy clothes will cost you in the long run.

The Fashion School’s senior Bachelor of Fine Art design students will participate in the annual Critique and Jurying on March 12-13, 2024.

Kent State alumna and designer Anne Skoch

Most college students start to worry about job interviews as their graduation day nears. But before Kent State University alumna Anne (Skoch) Johnson had even entered her senior year, her post-graduation employment plans were already mapped out.

College of the Arts
Emily Yanchak headshot for the student spotlight submission. Black and white photo of girl standing in a field of tall grass.

Meet Emily Yanchak!

“I chose Kent State because it immediately felt like home,” said Emily, “As soon as I set foot on the campus, I knew that was where I wanted to spend the next four years of my life.” 

A design by Kent State fashion student Matthew Williams takes the runway at Haute for the House.

Members of Kent State's fashion community participated in a runway show to benefit Ronald McDonald House.