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Ja Young Hwang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Fashion Design & Merchandising at Kent State University's College of the Arts. She holds a Ph.D. in Apparel Merchandising and Design from Iowa State University and has taught since 2006, previously serving as an Assistant Professor at the University of Arkansas. Her teaching focuses on advanced patternmaking and CAD software like OptiTex.
- Education:
- Bachelor of Fine Arts & Master of Design, Fashion Design, Kookmin University (Seoul, Korea)
- Ph.D., Apparel Merchandising and Design (concentration: Apparel Design), Iowa State University
Her research explores design thinking, sustainable design practices, and human-centered design solutions. She emphasizes creative problem-solving and experimentation to innovate design processes. Collaborations with Kim Hahn have yielded multiple awards for design excellence.
Professional recognitions include numerous 'Best of Show' awards at national conferences and a 2016 Cotton Incorporated award. She is Executive Director of the European Academy of Design and actively involved in organizations like the International Textile and Apparel Association.
Teaching responsibilities include courses such as Advanced Patternmaking, Fashion Design Studio series, and Senior Fashion Design Thesis.
