Week of Events
Alumni and Family Weekend 2026
October 23–25 This fall FIT welcomes alumni back to campus for our third annual Alumni Weekend. The days will be filled with exciting opportunities to reconnect with classmates and faculty, make new connections, and discover what's changed on campus. Featured events include the Alumni Bazaar, Decades Dinner, and Industry Networking + Mentorship Luncheon. This event […]
Sunday, October 25, 2026
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Monday, October 26, 2026
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October 26, 2026 -Talking Trade @ FIT: A Day in the Life of IHL Group’s CEO and HR
Talking Trade @ FIT: A Day in the Life of IHL Group’s CEO and HR
From left: Gherese Felipe, Arden Rose-Neff, and Sami Souid. Join industry professionals from IHL Group as they discuss their career journeys, leadership experiences, and what they look for when recruiting future talent. Featured Speakers Sami Souid, CEO, IHL Group Arden Rose-Neff, HR Recruiter, IHL Group Moderator Gherese Felipe, Global Marketing Assistant, Lenzing Group, International Trade […]
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
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October 27, 2026 -CitySource Lunch and Learn: Moving From Sample to Production
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October 27, 2026 -Burlington Stores Information Session
CitySource Lunch and Learn: Moving From Sample to Production
Join us online to learn during your lunch hour with the CitySource Lunch and Learn Series, which are held virtually and hosted by FIT’s Center for Continuing and Professional Studies (CCPS) and the Garment District Alliance. Did you know that October is Manufacturing Month? It celebrates the industry's contributions and inspire the next generation of […]
Burlington Stores Information Session
Burlington Stores will be on campus to discuss their Summer 2027 internship program as well as early career opportunities within the company! This is your chance to stand out from the pack by asking all your questions about the application process. You'll also learn valuable insider tips about the recruiting process at Burlington. This event […]
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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Thursday, October 29, 2026
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October 29, 2026 -2026 Lawrence Israel Prize Lecture: Perkins&Will
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October 29, 2026 -Grace Sewn In: A Fireside Chat and Book Signing with Sheila Gray
2026 Lawrence Israel Prize Lecture: Perkins&Will
From left: Perkins&Will's Jennifer Graham, Sommer Schauer, and Matthew Krissel. The Interior Design Department honors Perkins&Will with its 2026 Lawrence Israel Prize. The prize, endowed by the architect Lawrence J. Israel, has been given annually since 1998 to an individual or firm whose ideas and work enrich FIT Interior Design students’ course of study. Perkins&Will will give […]
Grace Sewn In: A Fireside Chat and Book Signing with Sheila Gray
Designer and author Sheila Gray will have a fireside chat with Cassandra Freeman (Aunt Viv from the Peacock TV show Bel-Air) about her book Grace Sewn In. A book signing will follow the event. This event is free and open to the public. REGISTER VIA EVENTBRITE
Friday, October 30, 2026
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Saturday, October 31, 2026
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