Linda Kim, professor of FIT, was named “Artist of the Year 2024” at the 2024 International Fashion Art Biennale. The theme of this year’s biennale was In Harmony with Nature: A Journey of Sustainable Fashion Art. Out of 77 fashion artists, representing 12 countries, Professor Kim was recognized for her exceptional contribution to sustainable fashion.
The 2024 International Fashion Art Biennale, hosted by The Korea Fashion & Culture Association, was held from September 11th to September 19th at the Oil Tank Culture Park, Culture Complex. The exhibition features thought-provoking sub-themes of Contemplation, Coexistence, and Embrace. The garments on display reflected extraordinary creativity and craftsmanship, offering a unique perspective on sustainable fashion.
Additionally, The Korea Fashion & Culture Association marked its 30th anniversary, having started with the first Gwangju Biennale in 1995.
For the second year in a row, Department of Technology and Society Professor Neal Dreamson’s strong publication record, the impact of his work, and the notable quality of his scholarly contributions have placed him in the top 0.5% of all scholars worldwide. He has been awarded Top Scholar status based on his accomplishments over the prior five-year period, which is the same as last year, but this year he received another status in the category of ‘over the totality of h
Lack of Talent Innovation Threatens National Competitiveness — Urgent Shift Needed in University Education Policy A new government has been inaugurated. While promoting unity remains important, the public's foremost concerns lie in restoring livelihoods and ensuring economic stability. Beyond short-term stimulus measures, there is an urgent need to strengthen South Korea’s long-term, sustainable national competitiveness. Achieving this level of competitiveness req
Professor Neal Dreamson received the Incheon Metropolitan City Mayor's Commendation at the '2025 Incheon Fair Trade Festival' on June 14, 2025. The festival, hosted and organized by Incheon Metropolitan City and the Incheon Fair Trade Council, was held successfully on the afternoon of the 14th of June at the Songdo Central Park Lawn Square, with attendance by Incheon City Vice Mayor Hwang Hyo-jin, Incheon City Council Chairman Jeong Hae-kwon, and Incheon City Superintendent
Fashion Business Management Professor Linda Kim will present her solo exhibition, titled #GODSPEAKS, at the Hongik Museum of Art (HOMA), Hongik Museum of Art, 2F, Hongmungwan Building, Hongik University (94 Wausan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul), from June 4 to 8, 2025. Combining rainbow-themed tufting, printed text, and embroidery, #GODSPEAKS explores themes of divine presence and personal revelation. Through textile-based artworks and garments, Professor Kim shares a deeply spiritual and intro
On May 14, 2025, Professor Gayoung Park, from the Department of Technology and Society, delivered a special lecture at Coffee & Connection 2025, hosted by the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Korea at the GM Technical Center Korea (GMTCK) in Incheon. The event, themed “Leading the Way: Heritage & Future of Women Leadership,” brought together professionals from various industries to explore DE&I (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) and leadership. The event was