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CLC, IMG, and Universities Partner to Deliver Tenth Season of UofNYFW Educational Experience for College Students at New York Fashion Week: The Shows

ATLANTA, GA (February 13, 2023) – CLC, the nation’s leading collegiate licensing company, and IMG, the operator of New York Fashion Week: The Shows, partnered to deliver the tenth installment of the successful UofNYFW, a one-of-a-kind education experience for 30 students from 18 universities at this February’s New York Fashion Week. This unique academic enrichment program, which is an extension of CLC’s continued efforts to support innovative education initiatives for its partner institutions, provides future fashion leaders a behind-the-scenes look at the industry, including entry into select runway shows, panel discussions, and networking opportunities with industry leaders.

The students were treated to a runway show with top Korean designer Son Jung Wan, as well as an exclusive look at the new line by Tiffany Brown Design, who designs timeless fashion for the young career woman. The students also received special access to the Ella Emhoff Likes to Knit! Pop-Up Showroom. Additionally, students participated in a Q&A with representatives from IMG, as well as a backstage tour of the production and execution of a fashion show at Spring Studios, the central hub of New York Fashion Week: The Shows.

“It is always exciting to provide a group of bright college students the chance to interact and learn from some of the best designers and experts in the world of fashion at NYFW: The Shows,” said Leslie Russo, President of IMG’s Fashion Events and Properties. “This collaboration with CLC and the participating universities aligns with our mission to deliver opportunities for future leaders in the industry and support the development of new perspectives in the ever-evolving fashion business.”

In addition to the unique New York Fashion Week experiences, the students spent the day at top athletic fashion brand and collegiate licensee Champion where they had the opportunity to learn firsthand how a clothing line is developed and merchandised. This season of UofNYFW also included a track for faculty and staff from participating universities to share in the discussions and knowledge exchange that the program delivers.

“Our goal for the UofNYFW college program is to deliver innovative experiences and once-in-a-lifetime learning opportunities to students at our partner institutions, which adds tremendous value to the participating universities beyond our traditional role of brand licensing,” said Cory Moss, CEO of CLC. “Since the inception of this unique program, we have been honored to help inspire and influence many talented students on their path to a career in the fashion industry.”

The collegiate Fashion Week program delivered unique academic enrichment opportunities for the students with expenses covered by their universities. Institutions that participated in the collegiate enrichment program at NYFW: The Shows included Clemson University, Liberty University, Michigan State University, Northern Arizona University, NC State, Sam Houston State, Syracuse University, TCU, Texas A&M University, University of Arizona, University of Delaware, University of the Incarnate Word, University of Missouri, University of Oklahoma, University of South Carolina, University of Texas at Austin, West Virginia University, and Western Michigan University.

Participating students chronicled their experiences through social media using #UofNYFW and were asked to share their learnings with other students upon their return to campus.

 

About IMG

IMG is a global leader in sports, fashion, events and media. The company manages some of the world’s greatest athletes and fashion icons; owns and operates hundreds of live events annually; and is a leading independent producer and distributor of sports and entertainment media. IMG also specializes in licensing, sports training and league development. IMG is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global entertainment, sports and content company.

For media inquiries, contact:

Tammy Purves, CLC, tammy.purves@clc.com, 770-799-3275

 

 

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