Academy of Art University’s Vogue Business Recognizes Alumni Success
In a recent article by Vogue Business, the Academy of Art University was highlighted for the accomplishments and success of its alums. Academy of Art University (AAU) has achieved an international reputation for its business-focused curriculum, with a focus on digital media and design.
The school’s most notable alums include artists who have made a name for themselves in the industry. The list includes Jason Wu, a fashion designer; Anthony Wong Chau-Sang, an artist and Sean Chen, an illustrator. The publication asked students how to make it in such a competitive industry. They also advised others to try to do the same thing. Other featured alums include:
- Carolina Herrera- alumna, fashion designer
- Kenneth Cole- alumna and chief creative officer, Kenneth Cole Productions
- Kris Jenner- alumna and CEO/cofounder, Kardashian Beauty Inc
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Vogue Business singled the Academy of Art University’s School of Fashion as one of the top industry-preparing schools in America. The publication highlighted the Academy of Art University because “fashion is a notoriously tough industry to break into…yet it seems that students at one school are faring better than their peers.”
Despite that, the Academy of Art University’s School of Fashion boasts several impressive accolades. The Academy’s career placement team works tirelessly to ensure that students are prepared for their careers when they leave the Academy.
Walsh and Kim are far from alone among Academy alums who have found success as fashion designers. A quick look at the Academy’s website reveals many more examples like them. They include Gilt Groupe cofounder Alexandra Wilkis Wilson, supermodel Coco Rocha, stylist Rachel Zoe, and designer Nicole Miller.
There’s also costume designer Eric Daman (who designed costumes for films such as The Lord of the Rings trilogy, and celebrity stylist Johnny Wujek who has styled celebrities such as Lady Gaga and Jennifer Lopez.