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Kyung Hee University Fashion Students Showcase AI and Tech Innovations

From Hankyoreh · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Kyung Hee University's Fashion Design Department hosted an event showcasing achievements in AI and fashion technology.
  • The event included a meet-up for industry collaboration and the 46th graduation fashion show, 'Beyond Human.'
  • The department is expanding practical education in AI-based fashion design, 3D virtual garments, and digital content creation through industry partnerships.

Kyung Hee University's Department of Fashion Design recently held an event titled 'AI × Fashion Innovation Partnership Meet-Up' and its 46th graduation fashion show, 'Beyond Human.' The gathering brought together AI and fashion tech companies, the Seoul RISE project group, alumni entrepreneurs, and fashion media representatives to share outcomes in digital fashion education and discuss future industry collaborations.

As technological changes, including AI, are rapid, it is now difficult for universities to achieve anything alone. We must find ways to develop together beyond the boundaries of academic fields and organizations.

— Yoon Yeo-jun, Vice President for Academic Affairs at Kyung Hee University's Seoul CampusEmphasizing the need for interdisciplinary and cross-organizational collaboration in education.

Attendees reviewed the results of AI and fashion tech education, which were showcased through the students' graduation collections. The event featured collaborations with companies specializing in AI fashion design tools, 3D virtual garment creation, AI rendering, and virtual fitting solutions. The department has been actively integrating these technologies into its curriculum, aiming to equip students with practical skills for the evolving fashion industry.

Artificial intelligence is not exclusive to computer science or engineers. We need to emphasize the necessity of AI convergence education.

— Kim Tae-kyung, Director of the AI Education Support Center at the Seoul RISE Project GroupHighlighting the importance of AI education across various disciplines.

The graduation fashion show itself highlighted the students' innovative use of AI and digital tools. Sixty-three graduating students presented 126 pieces under the theme 'Beyond Human,' exploring concepts beyond post-humanism. Their work incorporated generative AI design tools, 3D virtual garment creation, and AI rendering, with even the stage visuals being produced using AI-based image and video editing techniques. This initiative underscores the department's commitment to fostering future-ready fashion professionals.

The Department of Fashion Design is striving to cultivate students' ability to respond proactively to future industry changes through educational innovation and industry-academia cooperation using AI and digital technologies. We will continue to expand industry-related opportunities to support student growth.

— Song Hwa-kyung, Head of the Department of Fashion DesignOutlining the department's commitment to preparing students for the future of fashion.
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Originally published by Hankyoreh in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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