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Fashion Culture Online Event: Fashion and Political Power with Robin Givhan

Robin GivhanPhoto Credit: Helayne Seidman Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Robin Givhan will discuss the current relationship between fashion, politics, and power.

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				4 events 1 4 events, 1 2026-10-01 Exhibition: Figured Cloth: From Sketch to Jacquard — Opens Exhibition: Figured Cloth: From Sketch to Jacquard — Opens October 1 Exhibition: Figured Cloth: From Sketch to Jacquard — Opens October 1–11, 2026 Goodman Center Lobby “Figured cloth” is a historical term for a textile with a pattern, or motif, woven directly into its structure during the manufacturing process, rather than printed or dyed on its surface. These textiles, also known as jacquard fabrics, are now developed using specialized textile design software. This exhibition showcases […] 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Resume Review Day October 1 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Resume Review Day Have your resume reviewed before our Fall 2026 Career and Internship Fair! Drop by our office in room B202 to receive guidance from our Career and Internship counselors. Bring a printed copy of your resume if you can. Just stop on by, no need to RSVP! This event is for the FIT community only., 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm The Art of Being a Professional: Etiquette in the Workplace October 1 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm The Art of Being a Professional: Etiquette in the Workplace This workshop helps student develop the interpersonal skills and professional judgment needed to navigate today's workplace with confidence. Students will explore professional relationships, networking, dining etiquette, reliability, receiving feedback, setting boundaries, and cultivating a strong professional presence. This event is for the FIT community only. REGISTER VIA THE CSJB, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Fashion Culture: The King of Japanese Kawaii October 1 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Fashion Culture: The King of Japanese Kawaii Image: Cover of Portrait of Sebastian Masuda by GION. Courtesy of Sebastian Masuda. FIT Professor Yuniya Kawamura will be in conversation with fashion and art creator Sebastian Masuda, internationally recognized as the leading figure in Japan’s kawaii (cute) subculture. Masuda understands kawaii not merely as an aesthetic, but as an explicit, nonviolent mode of rebellion […]	1 event 2 1 event, 2 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Mental Health Resources Team’s All-Employee Training Sessions October 2 at 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Mental Health Resources Team’s All-Employee Training Sessions Have you ever had a difficult encounter with a student that left you unsure of what to do or where to go? There is a support network at FIT for you! In the upcoming fall 2026 trainings we will: —Share what the Mental Health Resources Team does —Review FIT’s online resources available to help you […]	0 events 3 0 events, 3
0 events 4 0 events, 4	4 events 5 4 events, 5 2026-10-05 2026 Sustainability Awareness Week 2026 Sustainability Awareness Week October 5 2026 Sustainability Awareness Week October 5–9, 2026 Sustainability is a key component of FIT’s mission and is embedded in the college’s curriculum and operations. During Sustainability Awareness Week, from October 5 to 9, we invite our community to learn about recent innovations from leaders in the industry, experience FIT’s efforts to make a positive impact on the earth, and discover […] 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Career Fair Prep Workshop October 5 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Career Fair Prep Workshop This virtual workshop is designed to answer your questions regarding FIT's Fall 2026 Career and Internship Fair which will occur on Wednesday, October 7 and Thursday, October 8. Join Career and Internship Services representatives to gain valuable tips about preparing for the career fair and learn how to get the most out of it. This […], 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Resume Review Day 2 October 5 at 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Resume Review Day 2 Have your resume reviewed before our Fall 2026 Career and Internship Fair! Drop by our office in Room B202 to receive guidance from our Career and Internship Counselors. Bring a printed copy of your resume if you can. Just stop on by, no need to RSVP! This event is for the FIT community only., 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm FIT Future//Forward Conversations: Felita Harris in Conversation with FIT President Jason Schupbach October 5 at 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm FIT Future//Forward Conversations: Felita Harris in Conversation with FIT President Jason Schupbach As part of the FIT Presidential Speaker Series, fashion executive, author of The Designer’s Path, and RAISEfashion co-founder Felita Harris discusses access to the capital, mentorship, and networks that can help emerging designers build long-lasting businesses—plus, the critical nature of teamwork. The Presidential Speaker Series is part of FIT Future//Forward Conversations, which brings the creative […]	4 events 6 4 events, 6 2026-10-06 2026 Sustainability Awareness Week 2026 Sustainability Awareness Week October 6 2026 Sustainability Awareness Week October 5–9, 2026 Sustainability is a key component of FIT’s mission and is embedded in the college’s curriculum and operations. During Sustainability Awareness Week, from October 5 to 9, we invite our community to learn about recent innovations from leaders in the industry, experience FIT’s efforts to make a positive impact on the earth, and discover […] 9:00 am - 5:00 pm IMPAKT New York Conference October 6 at 9:00 am - 5:00 pm IMPAKT New York Conference IMPAKT convenes the leaders, innovators, investors, and decision-makers shaping the future of AI, technology, and business. Through transformative conversations, strategic connections, and world-class events, we help organizations navigate change, unlock opportunity, and drive meaningful impact in a rapidly evolving world. Founded by Kimberly Carney, founder and CEO of The Wires, IMPAKT was created to bring […], 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Crafting a Cover Letter That Lands Interviews October 6 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Crafting a Cover Letter That Lands Interviews Want to make your cover letter stand out and land that interview? Come to this interactive workshop where you'll learn insider tips and techniques to craft a compelling cover letter that tells your unique story, highlights your strengths, and persuades employers to bring you in for an interview. This virtual event is for the FIT […], 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Interviewing Preparation: Telling Your Story with Confidence October 6 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Interviewing Preparation: Telling Your Story with Confidence Career and Internship Services counselors will guide you through the process of interviewing. We will provide you with the foundation to start crafting your story so that you can interview with confidence. We will also cover in-person interviewing, virtual interviewing, and asynchronous video interviewing. This event is for the FIT community only. REGISTER VIA THE […]	4 events 7 4 events, 7 2026-10-07 2026 Sustainability Awareness Week 2026 Sustainability Awareness Week October 7 2026 Sustainability Awareness Week October 5–9, 2026 Sustainability is a key component of FIT’s mission and is embedded in the college’s curriculum and operations. During Sustainability Awareness Week, from October 5 to 9, we invite our community to learn about recent innovations from leaders in the industry, experience FIT’s efforts to make a positive impact on the earth, and discover […] 11:00 am - 2:30 pm Fall 2026 Career and Internship Fair October 7 at 11:00 am - 2:30 pm Fall 2026 Career and Internship Fair Join Career and Internship Services for their two-day Career and Internship Fair! Here's a partial list of scheduled companies: American Eagle Outfitters Batallure Beauty Berek Catalyst Brands Chico’s FAS/Knitwell Group Clarins Dreamwear Elite World Group Enchante Accessories Express Footlocker Glory Apparel Haddad Brands Iberia Fashion KZ K Studio Macy’s Maggy London Int’l Pink Rose/Studio Nazar […], 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Mental Health Resources Team’s All-Employee Training Sessions October 7 at 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Mental Health Resources Team’s All-Employee Training Sessions Have you ever had a difficult encounter with a student that left you unsure of what to do or where to go? There is a support network at FIT for you! In the upcoming fall 2026 trainings we will: —Share what the Mental Health Resources Team does —Review FIT’s online resources available to help you […], 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Presidential Scholars Colloquium: A Fireside Chat with Colum McCann October 7 at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Presidential Scholars Colloquium: A Fireside Chat with Colum McCann Colum McCann, author of Let the Great World Spin and Apeirogon among others, will come to FIT to discuss his book Twist, which was the Presidential Scholars' Summer Read. McCann is the Dublin-born author of 13 books. He has won numerous international honors including the U.S. National Book Award and an Oscar. His work has been published […]	6 events 8 6 events, 8 2026-10-08 2026 Sustainability Awareness Week 2026 Sustainability Awareness Week October 8 2026 Sustainability Awareness Week October 5–9, 2026 Sustainability is a key component of FIT’s mission and is embedded in the college’s curriculum and operations. During Sustainability Awareness Week, from October 5 to 9, we invite our community to learn about recent innovations from leaders in the industry, experience FIT’s efforts to make a positive impact on the earth, and discover […] 11:00 am - 2:30 pm Fall 2026 Career and Internship Fair October 8 at 11:00 am - 2:30 pm Fall 2026 Career and Internship Fair Join Career and Internship Services for their two-day Career and Internship Fair! Here's a partial list of scheduled companies: American Eagle Outfitters Batallure Beauty Berek Catalyst Brands Chico’s FAS/Knitwell Group Clarins Dreamwear Elite World Group Enchante Accessories Express Footlocker Glory Apparel Haddad Brands Iberia Fashion KZ K Studio Macy’s Maggy London Int’l Pink Rose/Studio Nazar […], 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm World Affairs Lecture Series: Mapping the Unseen: The Hidden Costs of War October 8 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm World Affairs Lecture Series: Mapping the Unseen: The Hidden Costs of War Stephanie Savell. In this virtual World Affairs Lecture, Brown University Professor Stephanie Savell will be in conversation with Dr. Souzeina Mushtaq, assistant professor of Communication and Media Studies at the University of Wisconsin–River Falls, on the topic of Mapping the Unseen: The Hidden Costs of War. Stephanie Savell is director of the University's Costs of […], 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Fireside Chat with Marina Larroudé October 8 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Fireside Chat with Marina Larroudé The Fashion Business Management Department invites you to a fireside chat with Marina Larroudé, co-founder and chief creative officer of Larroudé, moderated by Assistant Professor Cindy Salazar. Join us for a conversation about entrepreneurship, building a global footwear brand, and navigating a career in fashion. Marina will share insights into her professional journey, the challenges […], 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Fashion Culture: Farm to Fashion: Designing With Locally Sourced Materials October 8 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Fashion Culture: Farm to Fashion: Designing With Locally Sourced Materials Image: Mimi Prober, produced by People’s Revolution for NYFW: The Shows. Photo: Randy Brooke. How is local production shaping design, material development, and new possibilities for regional fashion and textile […], 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Hispanic Dance and Music Festival October 8 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Hispanic Dance and Music Festival The festival commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating the rich cultural traditions, histories, and artistic contributions of Hispanic and Latin American communities. Through an evening of live dance and music, […]	1 event 9 1 event, 9 2026-10-09 2026 Sustainability Awareness Week 2026 Sustainability Awareness Week October 9 2026 Sustainability Awareness Week October 5–9, 2026 Sustainability is a key component of FIT’s mission and is embedded in the college’s curriculum and operations. During Sustainability Awareness Week, from October 5 to 9, we invite our community to learn about recent innovations from leaders in the industry, experience FIT’s efforts to make a positive impact on the earth, and discover […]	0 events 10 0 events, 10
1 event 11 1 event, 11 2026-10-11 Exhibition: Figured Cloth: From Sketch to Jacquard — Closes Exhibition: Figured Cloth: From Sketch to Jacquard — Closes October 11 Exhibition: Figured Cloth: From Sketch to Jacquard — Closes October 1–11, 2026 Goodman Center Lobby “Figured cloth” is a historical term for a textile with a pattern, or motif, woven directly into its structure during the manufacturing process, rather than printed or dyed on its surface. These textiles, also known as jacquard fabrics, are now developed using specialized textile design software. This exhibition showcases […]	1 event 12 1 event, 12 11:15 am FIT Future//Forward Conversations: Ronnen Harary in Conversation with FIT President Schupbach October 12 at 11:15 am FIT Future//Forward Conversations: Ronnen Harary in Conversation with FIT President Schupbach As part of the FIT Presidential Speaker Series, Ronnen Harary—co-founder of Spin Master, co-creator of PAW Patrol, and executive producer of Bakugan Battle Brawlers—will speak to FIT President Jason Schupbach on the courage and curiosity necessary to go from idea to a global business. The Presidential Speaker Series is part of FIT Future//Forward Conversations, which […]	2 events 13 2 events, 13 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm LinkedIn Essentials: Building Your Professional Profile October 13 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm LinkedIn Essentials: Building Your Professional Profile Career and Internship Services counselors will guide you through the process of building a branded LinkedIn profile. A quality LinkedIn presence is your gateway to networking and career development. Your profile might be the first impression employers and your peers have of you. Let's work together to brand your LinkedIn profile for career success! This […], 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CitySource Lunch and Learn: From Inventory to Income—Build Your Profit October 13 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CitySource Lunch and Learn: From Inventory to Income—Build Your Profit 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 […]	1 event 14 1 event, 14 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Civility Week and Common Read: Fashion Critic Robin Givhan and Emil Wilbekin October 14 at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Civility Week and Common Read: Fashion Critic Robin Givhan and Emil Wilbekin As part of FIT's Civility Week initiative as well as its Common Read program, Pulitzer Prize-winning fashion critic Robin Givhan will discuss her book Make It Ours: Crashing the Gates of Culture with Virgil Abloh with FIT Marketing Communications Assistant Professor Emil Wilbekin. Givhan's book is the college's Common Read for the 2026–27 academic year. […]	4 events 15 4 events, 15 10:15 am - 12:00 pm FIT Board of Trustees Meeting October 15 at 10:15 am - 12:00 pm FIT Board of Trustees Meeting The FIT Board of Trustees’ next meeting will be held in person on Thursday, October 15, 2026. Public session: 10:15 am Executive session: 11:45 am The executive session is closed to the public for discussion of personnel matters by the trustees. At the conclusion of the session the open meeting will resume for the purpose […], 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Fashion Culture: Future Forward: The Influence of Vintage October 15 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Fashion Culture: Future Forward: The Influence of Vintage Image: Maison Martin Margiela, “Doll” cardigan, fall 1994. Museum purchase, 2025.30.1 This lively conversation on the ever-growing influence of vintage fashion will feature Vogue editor and fashion historian Lilah Ramzi, stylist Danny Santiago, and Amy Abrams, owner of the Manhattan Vintage show. The panelists will explore how the pursuit of the rare and the extraordinary […], 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm FIT Authors Talks: Kenna Libes on Fashion’s Missing Masses October 15 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm FIT Authors Talks: Kenna Libes on Fashion’s Missing Masses Kenna Libes, adjunct instructor in the History of Art, talks about her book, Fashion’s Missing Masses: The Representation of Marginalized Populations in Collections and Exhibitions of Dress. Fashion’s Missing Masses fills a gap in literature on museums and fashion collections and focuses on the display of clothing and fashion that has historically been left out […], 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cooking With Omi: Book Talk and Signing with Omi Hopper October 15 at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cooking With Omi: Book Talk and Signing with Omi Hopper Join FIT for an evening with Omalys “Omi” Hopper, New York Times best-selling author and the creator behind the popular cookbook Cooking Con Omi, where she celebrates the vibrant flavors, […]	0 events 16 0 events, 16	0 events 17 0 events, 17
0 events 18 0 events, 18	1 event 19 1 event, 19 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm FIT Future//Forward Conversations: Chloe Malle in Conversation with Sally Singer October 19 at 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm FIT Future//Forward Conversations: Chloe Malle in Conversation with Sally Singer From left: Chloe Malle and Sally Singer As part of the FIT Innovation Speaker Series, Chloe Malle, head of editorial content for Vogue, will be in conversation with Sally Singer, president of Art + Commerce. If everyone’s a creator, then who’s the consumer? With tectonic upheavals reshaping the media landscape, Malle and Singer, former Vogue […]	5 events 20 5 events, 20 9:00 am - 3:00 pm CitySource Manufacturing Expo: Local Supplier Showcase October 20 at 9:00 am - 3:00 pm CitySource Manufacturing Expo: Local Supplier Showcase Did you know that October is Manufacturing Month? It celebrates the industry's contributions and inspire the next generation of fashion industry innovators. CitySource was started in 2011 to connect designers and small businesses with local fashion manufacturers in New York City. With the generous support of the Garment District Alliance, FIT's Center for Continuing and […], 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm URBN Internship Information Session October 20 at 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm URBN Internship Information Session URBN will be on campus to discuss their summer 2027 internship program! Learn about their design-focused, paid internship and ask all your questions about career opportunities at every URBN brand. URBN's rep will also take time during the second hour of the event to review portfolios and give tips on how to stand out when […], 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Queer Representation in Comics Panel October 20 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Queer Representation in Comics Panel Join us for a panel discussion with speakers from the illustration and comics industry about the history of queer representation in comics, representing gay and trans identity in their work, and balancing the challenges of creative expression with industry expectations. Writer and editor Greg Lockard, cartoonist Chloe Brailsford, illustrator Bradley Clayton, and illustrator and FIT […], 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Brooklyn Navy Yard Internship Program Information Session October 20 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Brooklyn Navy Yard Internship Program Information Session Brooklyn Navy Yard's Program Manager will provide an overview of the paid college internship opportunities, including full-time and part-time internships offered for their upcoming spring 2027 program. Find out how […], 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm FIT Future//Forward Conversations: Ewa Abrams in Conversation with FIT President Jason Schupbach October 20 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm FIT Future//Forward Conversations: Ewa Abrams in Conversation with FIT President Jason Schupbach As part of the FIT Presidential Speaker Series, Ewa Abrams, president of Kering Americas, will be in conversation with FIT President Jason Schupbach. Kering luxury brands include Gucci, Saint Laurent, […]	1 event 21 1 event, 21 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Center for Continuing and Professional Studies Info Session (Remote) October 21 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Center for Continuing and Professional Studies Info Session (Remote) Photo by Joe Carrotta. Are you seeking a career pivot, professional upskilling, or exposure to cutting-edge industry trends? Learn about certificate opportunities in a variety of fields, as well as individual course offerings, from beginner to advanced. A question-and-answer session will follow the presentation. Let FIT’s Center for Continuing and Professional Studies reveal the paths […]	1 event 22 1 event, 22 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Jay and Patty Baker School of Business and Technology Alumni Symposium: Next-Gen Trailblazers—Building a Career Without Boundaries October 22 at 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Jay and Patty Baker School of Business and Technology Alumni Symposium: Next-Gen Trailblazers—Building a Career Without Boundaries Join a high-energy panel of FIT alumni trailblazers who turned side hustles, unexpected pivots, and bold leaps into thriving, one-of-a-kind careers. Learn how to transform your diverse interests into your greatest professional asset and confidently build a career that excites you every single day. Doors open at 3 pm. Featured panelists: Natalie Holloway, Co-Founder, Bala, […]	1 event 23 1 event, 23 2026-10-23 Alumni and Family Weekend 2026 Alumni and Family Weekend 2026 October 23 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 […]	2 events 24 2 events, 24 2026-10-24 Alumni and Family Weekend 2026 Alumni and Family Weekend 2026 October 24 Alumni and Family Weekend 2026 October 23–25 This fall, FIT welcomes alumni, students and their families, faculty, and staff to come together on campus for a weekend celebrating the FIT community. The days will be filled with exciting opportunities to connect with classmates and faculty, make new connections, and get to know the campus. Featured events include the Welcome Reception, […] 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Alumni Bazaar and Street Fair October 24 at 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Alumni Bazaar and Street Fair It wouldn’t be FIT without a market! Partnering with the Style Shop and the Merchandising Society, we will have curated a bazaar featuring goods from alumni makers, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. From artisan jewelry and natural skincare to unique home decor, the Alumni Bazaar will have something for everyone. While you browse, enjoy complimentary coffee and a […]
1 event 25 1 event, 25 2026-10-25 Alumni and Family Weekend 2026 Alumni and Family Weekend 2026 October 25 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 […]	1 event 26 1 event, 26 3:15 pm - 4:45 pm Talking Trade @ FIT: A Day in the Life of IHL Group’s CEO and HR October 26 at 3:15 pm - 4:45 pm 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 […]	1 event 27 1 event, 27 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CitySource Lunch and Learn: Moving From Sample to Production October 27 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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 […]	0 events 28 0 events, 28	2 events 29 2 events, 29 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 2026 Lawrence Israel Prize Lecture: Perkins&Will October 29 at 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 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 […], 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Grace Sewn In: A Fireside Chat and Book Signing with Sheila Gray October 29 at 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 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	0 events 30 0 events, 30	0 events 31 0 events, 31

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September 30

September 30 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Writing a Standout Resume

September 30 at 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Curriculum Pizza Party

October 1

All day

Exhibition: Figured Cloth: From Sketch to Jacquard — Opens

October 1 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Resume Review Day

October 1 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

The Art of Being a Professional: Etiquette in the Workplace

October 1 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Fashion Culture: The King of Japanese Kawaii

October 2

October 2 at 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Mental Health Resources Team’s All-Employee Training Sessions

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October 5

All day

2026 Sustainability Awareness Week

October 5 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Career Fair Prep Workshop

October 5 at 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Resume Review Day 2

October 5 at 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

FIT Future//Forward Conversations: Felita Harris in Conversation with FIT President Jason Schupbach

October 6

All day

2026 Sustainability Awareness Week

October 6 at 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

IMPAKT New York Conference

October 6 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Crafting a Cover Letter That Lands Interviews

October 6 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Interviewing Preparation: Telling Your Story with Confidence

October 7

All day

2026 Sustainability Awareness Week

October 7 at 11:00 am - 2:30 pm

Fall 2026 Career and Internship Fair

October 7 at 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Mental Health Resources Team’s All-Employee Training Sessions

October 7 at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Presidential Scholars Colloquium: A Fireside Chat with Colum McCann

October 8

All day

2026 Sustainability Awareness Week

October 8 at 11:00 am - 2:30 pm

Fall 2026 Career and Internship Fair

October 8 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

World Affairs Lecture Series: Mapping the Unseen: The Hidden Costs of War

October 8 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Fireside Chat with Marina Larroudé

October 8 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Fashion Culture: Farm to Fashion: Designing With Locally Sourced Materials

October 8 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Hispanic Dance and Music Festival

October 9

All day

2026 Sustainability Awareness Week

October 12

October 12 at 11:15 am

FIT Future//Forward Conversations: Ronnen Harary in Conversation with FIT President Schupbach

October 13

October 13 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

LinkedIn Essentials: Building Your Professional Profile

October 13 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

CitySource Lunch and Learn: From Inventory to Income—Build Your Profit

October 14

October 14 at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Civility Week and Common Read: Fashion Critic Robin Givhan and Emil Wilbekin

October 15

October 15 at 10:15 am - 12:00 pm

FIT Board of Trustees Meeting

October 11

All day

Exhibition: Figured Cloth: From Sketch to Jacquard — Closes

October 12

October 12 at 11:15 am

FIT Future//Forward Conversations: Ronnen Harary in Conversation with FIT President Schupbach

October 13

October 13 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

LinkedIn Essentials: Building Your Professional Profile

October 13 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

CitySource Lunch and Learn: From Inventory to Income—Build Your Profit

October 14

October 14 at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Civility Week and Common Read: Fashion Critic Robin Givhan and Emil Wilbekin

October 15

October 15 at 10:15 am - 12:00 pm

FIT Board of Trustees Meeting

October 15 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Fashion Culture: Future Forward: The Influence of Vintage

October 15 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

FIT Authors Talks: Kenna Libes on Fashion’s Missing Masses

October 15 at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Cooking With Omi: Book Talk and Signing with Omi Hopper

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October 19

October 19 at 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

FIT Future//Forward Conversations: Chloe Malle in Conversation with Sally Singer

October 20

October 20 at 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

CitySource Manufacturing Expo: Local Supplier Showcase

October 20 at 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

URBN Internship Information Session

October 20 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Queer Representation in Comics Panel

October 20 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Brooklyn Navy Yard Internship Program Information Session

October 20 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

FIT Future//Forward Conversations: Ewa Abrams in Conversation with FIT President Jason Schupbach

October 21

October 21 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Center for Continuing and Professional Studies Info Session (Remote)

October 22

October 22 at 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Jay and Patty Baker School of Business and Technology Alumni Symposium: Next-Gen Trailblazers—Building a Career Without Boundaries

October 23

All day

Alumni and Family Weekend 2026

October 24

All day

Alumni and Family Weekend 2026

October 24 at 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Alumni Bazaar and Street Fair

October 25

All day

Alumni and Family Weekend 2026

October 26

October 26 at 3:15 pm - 4:45 pm

Talking Trade @ FIT: A Day in the Life of IHL Group’s CEO and HR

October 27

October 27 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

CitySource Lunch and Learn: Moving From Sample to Production

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October 29

October 29 at 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

2026 Lawrence Israel Prize Lecture: Perkins&Will

October 29 at 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Grace Sewn In: A Fireside Chat and Book Signing with Sheila Gray

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