"Just because I did go through all of that, I was in more of this determined state of mind of: I'm gonna finish what I want to do."

The event also celebrated the Los Angeles school's centennial.

"I was so inspired by so many things and I just had to do it," says class of 2018 student Jinny Song ahead of her senior runway show.

Otis College of Art and Design invites applications for a full-time studio faculty appointment in the Fashion Design program. An understanding of moderate fashion sportswear and dresses is essential.

Otis College of Art and Design invites applications for a full-time faculty appointment in the Fashion Design program. This position reports to the Chair of Fashion Design.

Otis College of Art & Design, Fashion Design Department, is seeking a part-time Digital Fashion Design instructor for beginning to advanced level instruction. Ideal candidate will have professional experience in the Fashion Industry and teaching experience.

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We've painstakingly rounded up the 50 best fashion schools in the world.