PUFD
4220

Thesis 1: Ideation

Parsons School of Design: School of Fashion

Non-Liberal Arts
Undergraduate Course
Majors Only
Thesis 1: Collection
Fall 2026
Taught By: Faculty TBA and Anna Lerner-Zwick
Section: C1

CRN: 3313

Credits: 6

In the first course in a two-part course sequence of senior major project study, students will draw upon experience gained at earlier stages of the program. Self-initiated thesis projects encompass theoretical and practical design practice. Thesis allows students to research and develop an area of interest, and to demonstrate progressive ideas and abilities of breadth and depth. It also requires the student to plan and develop a proposal/brief, based upon the synthesis of exploration, ideation, and research. Students are required to develop an individually-negotiated approach to a design question or issue; and to manage, communicate, and document their processes through research/reflective journals and technical notebooks, where applicable. Note that students are required to register in the same section for PUFD 4221 Thesis 2 for continuity and progression of learning.

The Collection pathway challenges you to consider approaches to body, gender, age, and size, amongst others, in order to develop new narratives, definitions and terminologies within a clearly defined visual aesthetic beyond traditional contexts. Deep exploration in terms of research and process towards unexpected outcomes across gender is encouraged. Students are encouraged to redefine the meaning of a collection.
Open to: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design majors only. Pre-requisite(s): PUFD 3321 (or APFY 3021/5) Design Studio 4 & PUFD 3331 (or APFY 3023) Specialized Studio 2.
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 15

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:03am EDT 3/10/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Monday, Wednesday
Times: 9:00am - 2:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Thesis 1: Collection
Fall 2026
Taught By: Faculty TBA
Section: C10

CRN: 3322

Credits: 6

In the first course in a two-part course sequence of senior major project study, students will draw upon experience gained at earlier stages of the program. Self-initiated thesis projects encompass theoretical and practical design practice. Thesis allows students to research and develop an area of interest, and to demonstrate progressive ideas and abilities of breadth and depth. It also requires the student to plan and develop a proposal/brief, based upon the synthesis of exploration, ideation, and research. Students are required to develop an individually-negotiated approach to a design question or issue; and to manage, communicate, and document their processes through research/reflective journals and technical notebooks, where applicable. Note that students are required to register in the same section for PUFD 4221 Thesis 2 for continuity and progression of learning.

The Collection pathway challenges you to consider approaches to body, gender, age, and size, amongst others, in order to develop new narratives, definitions and terminologies within a clearly defined visual aesthetic beyond traditional contexts. Deep exploration in terms of research and process towards unexpected outcomes across gender is encouraged. Students are encouraged to redefine the meaning of a collection.
Open to: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design majors only. Pre-requisite(s): PUFD 3321 (or APFY 3021/5) Design Studio 4 & PUFD 3331 (or APFY 3023) Specialized Studio 2.
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 15

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:03am EDT 3/10/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Monday, Wednesday
Times: 4:00pm - 9:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Thesis 1: Collection
Fall 2026
Taught By: Faculty TBA and John Bartlett
Section: C11

CRN: 12126

Credits: 6

In the first course in a two-part course sequence of senior major project study, students will draw upon experience gained at earlier stages of the program. Self-initiated thesis projects encompass theoretical and practical design practice. Thesis allows students to research and develop an area of interest, and to demonstrate progressive ideas and abilities of breadth and depth. It also requires the student to plan and develop a proposal/brief, based upon the synthesis of exploration, ideation, and research. Students are required to develop an individually-negotiated approach to a design question or issue; and to manage, communicate, and document their processes through research/reflective journals and technical notebooks, where applicable. Note that students are required to register in the same section for PUFD 4221 Thesis 2 for continuity and progression of learning.

The Collection pathway challenges you to consider approaches to body, gender, age, and size, amongst others, in order to develop new narratives, definitions and terminologies within a clearly defined visual aesthetic beyond traditional contexts. Deep exploration in terms of research and process towards unexpected outcomes across gender is encouraged. Students are encouraged to redefine the meaning of a collection.
Open to: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design majors only. Pre-requisite(s): PUFD 3321 (or APFY 3021/5) Design Studio 4 & PUFD 3331 (or APFY 3023) Specialized Studio 2.
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 15

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:03am EDT 3/10/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Tuesday, Thursday
Times: 9:00am - 2:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Thesis 1: Collection
Fall 2026
Taught By: Faculty TBA and James Butler
Section: C2

CRN: 3314

Credits: 6

In the first course in a two-part course sequence of senior major project study, students will draw upon experience gained at earlier stages of the program. Self-initiated thesis projects encompass theoretical and practical design practice. Thesis allows students to research and develop an area of interest, and to demonstrate progressive ideas and abilities of breadth and depth. It also requires the student to plan and develop a proposal/brief, based upon the synthesis of exploration, ideation, and research. Students are required to develop an individually-negotiated approach to a design question or issue; and to manage, communicate, and document their processes through research/reflective journals and technical notebooks, where applicable. Note that students are required to register in the same section for PUFD 4221 Thesis 2 for continuity and progression of learning.

The Collection pathway challenges you to consider approaches to body, gender, age, and size, amongst others, in order to develop new narratives, definitions and terminologies within a clearly defined visual aesthetic beyond traditional contexts. Deep exploration in terms of research and process towards unexpected outcomes across gender is encouraged. Students are encouraged to redefine the meaning of a collection.
Open to: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design majors only. Pre-requisite(s): PUFD 3321 (or APFY 3021/5) Design Studio 4 & PUFD 3331 (or APFY 3023) Specialized Studio 2.
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 15

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:03am EDT 3/10/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Monday, Thursday
Times: 9:00am - 2:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Thesis 1: Collection
Fall 2026
Taught By: Faculty TBA
Section: C3

CRN: 3315

Credits: 6

In the first course in a two-part course sequence of senior major project study, students will draw upon experience gained at earlier stages of the program. Self-initiated thesis projects encompass theoretical and practical design practice. Thesis allows students to research and develop an area of interest, and to demonstrate progressive ideas and abilities of breadth and depth. It also requires the student to plan and develop a proposal/brief, based upon the synthesis of exploration, ideation, and research. Students are required to develop an individually-negotiated approach to a design question or issue; and to manage, communicate, and document their processes through research/reflective journals and technical notebooks, where applicable. Note that students are required to register in the same section for PUFD 4221 Thesis 2 for continuity and progression of learning.

The Collection pathway challenges you to consider approaches to body, gender, age, and size, amongst others, in order to develop new narratives, definitions and terminologies within a clearly defined visual aesthetic beyond traditional contexts. Deep exploration in terms of research and process towards unexpected outcomes across gender is encouraged. Students are encouraged to redefine the meaning of a collection.
Open to: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design majors only. Pre-requisite(s): PUFD 3321 (or APFY 3021/5) Design Studio 4 & PUFD 3331 (or APFY 3023) Specialized Studio 2.
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 15

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:03am EDT 3/10/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Wednesday, Friday
Times: 4:00pm - 9:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Thesis 1: Collection
Fall 2026
Taught By: Faculty TBA and Mariana Vidal
Section: C4

CRN: 3318

Credits: 6

In the first course in a two-part course sequence of senior major project study, students will draw upon experience gained at earlier stages of the program. Self-initiated thesis projects encompass theoretical and practical design practice. Thesis allows students to research and develop an area of interest, and to demonstrate progressive ideas and abilities of breadth and depth. It also requires the student to plan and develop a proposal/brief, based upon the synthesis of exploration, ideation, and research. Students are required to develop an individually-negotiated approach to a design question or issue; and to manage, communicate, and document their processes through research/reflective journals and technical notebooks, where applicable. Note that students are required to register in the same section for PUFD 4221 Thesis 2 for continuity and progression of learning.

The Collection pathway challenges you to consider approaches to body, gender, age, and size, amongst others, in order to develop new narratives, definitions and terminologies within a clearly defined visual aesthetic beyond traditional contexts. Deep exploration in terms of research and process towards unexpected outcomes across gender is encouraged. Students are encouraged to redefine the meaning of a collection.
Open to: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design majors only. Pre-requisite(s): PUFD 3321 (or APFY 3021/5) Design Studio 4 & PUFD 3331 (or APFY 3023) Specialized Studio 2.
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 15

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:03am EDT 3/10/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Monday, Wednesday
Times: 9:00am - 2:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Thesis 1: Collection
Fall 2026
Taught By: Faculty TBA
Section: C5

CRN: 12124

Credits: 6

In the first course in a two-part course sequence of senior major project study, students will draw upon experience gained at earlier stages of the program. Self-initiated thesis projects encompass theoretical and practical design practice. Thesis allows students to research and develop an area of interest, and to demonstrate progressive ideas and abilities of breadth and depth. It also requires the student to plan and develop a proposal/brief, based upon the synthesis of exploration, ideation, and research. Students are required to develop an individually-negotiated approach to a design question or issue; and to manage, communicate, and document their processes through research/reflective journals and technical notebooks, where applicable. Note that students are required to register in the same section for PUFD 4221 Thesis 2 for continuity and progression of learning.

The Collection pathway challenges you to consider approaches to body, gender, age, and size, amongst others, in order to develop new narratives, definitions and terminologies within a clearly defined visual aesthetic beyond traditional contexts. Deep exploration in terms of research and process towards unexpected outcomes across gender is encouraged. Students are encouraged to redefine the meaning of a collection.
Open to: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design majors only. Pre-requisite(s): PUFD 3321 (or APFY 3021/5) Design Studio 4 & PUFD 3331 (or APFY 3023) Specialized Studio 2.
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 15

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:03am EDT 3/10/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Monday, Thursday
Times: 4:00pm - 9:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Thesis 1: Collection
Fall 2026
Taught By: Faculty TBA
Section: C6

CRN: 3320

Credits: 6

In the first course in a two-part course sequence of senior major project study, students will draw upon experience gained at earlier stages of the program. Self-initiated thesis projects encompass theoretical and practical design practice. Thesis allows students to research and develop an area of interest, and to demonstrate progressive ideas and abilities of breadth and depth. It also requires the student to plan and develop a proposal/brief, based upon the synthesis of exploration, ideation, and research. Students are required to develop an individually-negotiated approach to a design question or issue; and to manage, communicate, and document their processes through research/reflective journals and technical notebooks, where applicable. Note that students are required to register in the same section for PUFD 4221 Thesis 2 for continuity and progression of learning.

The Collection pathway challenges you to consider approaches to body, gender, age, and size, amongst others, in order to develop new narratives, definitions and terminologies within a clearly defined visual aesthetic beyond traditional contexts. Deep exploration in terms of research and process towards unexpected outcomes across gender is encouraged. Students are encouraged to redefine the meaning of a collection.
Open to: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design majors only. Pre-requisite(s): PUFD 3321 (or APFY 3021/5) Design Studio 4 & PUFD 3331 (or APFY 3023) Specialized Studio 2.
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 15

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:03am EDT 3/10/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Tuesday, Thursday
Times: 4:00pm - 9:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Thesis 1: Collection
Fall 2026
Taught By: Faculty TBA and Lucia Cuba Oroza
Section: C7

CRN: 3323

Credits: 6

In the first course in a two-part course sequence of senior major project study, students will draw upon experience gained at earlier stages of the program. Self-initiated thesis projects encompass theoretical and practical design practice. Thesis allows students to research and develop an area of interest, and to demonstrate progressive ideas and abilities of breadth and depth. It also requires the student to plan and develop a proposal/brief, based upon the synthesis of exploration, ideation, and research. Students are required to develop an individually-negotiated approach to a design question or issue; and to manage, communicate, and document their processes through research/reflective journals and technical notebooks, where applicable. Note that students are required to register in the same section for PUFD 4221 Thesis 2 for continuity and progression of learning.

The Collection pathway challenges you to consider approaches to body, gender, age, and size, amongst others, in order to develop new narratives, definitions and terminologies within a clearly defined visual aesthetic beyond traditional contexts. Deep exploration in terms of research and process towards unexpected outcomes across gender is encouraged. Students are encouraged to redefine the meaning of a collection.
Open to: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design majors only. Pre-requisite(s): PUFD 3321 (or APFY 3021/5) Design Studio 4 & PUFD 3331 (or APFY 3023) Specialized Studio 2.
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 15

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:03am EDT 3/10/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Monday, Wednesday
Times: 9:00am - 2:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Thesis 1: Collection
Fall 2026
Taught By: Faculty TBA
Section: C8

CRN: 3324

Credits: 6

In the first course in a two-part course sequence of senior major project study, students will draw upon experience gained at earlier stages of the program. Self-initiated thesis projects encompass theoretical and practical design practice. Thesis allows students to research and develop an area of interest, and to demonstrate progressive ideas and abilities of breadth and depth. It also requires the student to plan and develop a proposal/brief, based upon the synthesis of exploration, ideation, and research. Students are required to develop an individually-negotiated approach to a design question or issue; and to manage, communicate, and document their processes through research/reflective journals and technical notebooks, where applicable. Note that students are required to register in the same section for PUFD 4221 Thesis 2 for continuity and progression of learning.

The Collection pathway challenges you to consider approaches to body, gender, age, and size, amongst others, in order to develop new narratives, definitions and terminologies within a clearly defined visual aesthetic beyond traditional contexts. Deep exploration in terms of research and process towards unexpected outcomes across gender is encouraged. Students are encouraged to redefine the meaning of a collection.
Open to: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design majors only. Pre-requisite(s): PUFD 3321 (or APFY 3021/5) Design Studio 4 & PUFD 3331 (or APFY 3023) Specialized Studio 2.
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 15

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:03am EDT 3/10/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Wednesday, Friday
Times: 9:00am - 2:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Thesis 1: Collection
Fall 2026
Taught By: Faculty TBA and Deshon Varnado
Section: C9

CRN: 3316

Credits: 6

In the first course in a two-part course sequence of senior major project study, students will draw upon experience gained at earlier stages of the program. Self-initiated thesis projects encompass theoretical and practical design practice. Thesis allows students to research and develop an area of interest, and to demonstrate progressive ideas and abilities of breadth and depth. It also requires the student to plan and develop a proposal/brief, based upon the synthesis of exploration, ideation, and research. Students are required to develop an individually-negotiated approach to a design question or issue; and to manage, communicate, and document their processes through research/reflective journals and technical notebooks, where applicable. Note that students are required to register in the same section for PUFD 4221 Thesis 2 for continuity and progression of learning.

The Collection pathway challenges you to consider approaches to body, gender, age, and size, amongst others, in order to develop new narratives, definitions and terminologies within a clearly defined visual aesthetic beyond traditional contexts. Deep exploration in terms of research and process towards unexpected outcomes across gender is encouraged. Students are encouraged to redefine the meaning of a collection.
Open to: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design majors only. Pre-requisite(s): PUFD 3321 (or APFY 3021/5) Design Studio 4 & PUFD 3331 (or APFY 3023) Specialized Studio 2.
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 15

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:03am EDT 3/10/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Monday, Wednesday
Times: 9:00am - 2:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Thesis 1: Materiality
Fall 2026
Taught By: Faculty TBA
Section: M1

CRN: 12125

Credits: 6

In the first course in a two-part course sequence of senior major project study, students will draw upon experience gained at earlier stages of the program. Self-initiated thesis projects encompass theoretical and practical design practice. Thesis allows students to research and develop an area of interest, and to demonstrate progressive ideas and abilities of breadth and depth. It also requires the student to plan and develop a proposal/brief, based upon the synthesis of exploration, ideation, and research. Students are required to develop an individually-negotiated approach to a design question or issue; and to manage, communicate, and document their processes through research/reflective journals and technical notebooks, where applicable. Note that students are required to register in the same section for PUFD 4221 Thesis 2 for continuity and progression of learning.

The Materiality pathway enables students to focus on the application of material and textile innovation to fashion design in relation to the body and beyond. Courses aim to help students generate new possibilities for fashion with a focus on craft with a highly specialized approach to textile innovation, including dyeing, print, technology, weave and knit, as drivers for design. Deep exploration in terms of research towards unexpected outcomes in both apparel and non-apparel are encouraged.
Open to: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design majors only. Pre-requisite(s): PUFD 3321 (or APFY 3021/5) Design Studio 4 & PUFD 3331 (or APFY 3023) Specialized Studio 2.
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 11

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:03am EDT 3/10/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Monday, Thursday
Times: 4:00pm - 9:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Days: Monday, Thursday
Times: 4:00pm - 9:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Thesis 1: Materiality
Fall 2026
Taught By: Faculty TBA and Aina Beck Hussain
Section: M2

CRN: 19239

Credits: 6

In the first course in a two-part course sequence of senior major project study, students will draw upon experience gained at earlier stages of the program. Self-initiated thesis projects encompass theoretical and practical design practice. Thesis allows students to research and develop an area of interest, and to demonstrate progressive ideas and abilities of breadth and depth. It also requires the student to plan and develop a proposal/brief, based upon the synthesis of exploration, ideation, and research. Students are required to develop an individually-negotiated approach to a design question or issue; and to manage, communicate, and document their processes through research/reflective journals and technical notebooks, where applicable. Note that students are required to register in the same section for PUFD 4221 Thesis 2 for continuity and progression of learning.

The Materiality pathway enables students to focus on the application of material and textile innovation to fashion design in relation to the body and beyond. Courses aim to help students generate new possibilities for fashion with a focus on craft with a highly specialized approach to textile innovation, including dyeing, print, technology, weave and knit, as drivers for design. Deep exploration in terms of research towards unexpected outcomes in both apparel and non-apparel are encouraged.
Open to: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design majors only. Pre-requisite(s): PUFD 3321 (or APFY 3021/5) Design Studio 4 & PUFD 3331 (or APFY 3023) Specialized Studio 2.
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 11

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:03am EDT 3/10/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Monday, Thursday
Times: 9:00am - 2:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Thesis 1: Fashion Product
Fall 2026
Taught By: Faculty TBA
Section: P1

CRN: 5674

Credits: 6

In the first course in a two-part course sequence of senior major project study, students will draw upon experience gained at earlier stages of the program. Self-initiated thesis projects encompass theoretical and practical design practice. Thesis allows students to research and develop an area of interest, and to demonstrate progressive ideas and abilities of breadth and depth. It also requires the student to plan and develop a proposal/brief, based upon the synthesis of exploration, ideation, and research. Students are required to develop an individually-negotiated approach to a design question or issue; and to manage, communicate, and document their processes through research/reflective journals and technical notebooks, where applicable. Note that students are required to register in the same section for PUFD 4221 Thesis 2 for continuity and progression of learning.

The Fashion Product pathway takes a non-apparel focus and approach to form, sculpture, and shape, and offers students an opportunity to redefine this category utilizing a variety of traditional design/make approaches alongside technological innovation towards unique inventive outcomes. Deep exploration in terms of research and process towards unexpected outcomes in all forms is encouraged.
Open to: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design majors only. Pre-requisite(s): PUFD 3321 (or APFY 3021/5) Design Studio 4 & PUFD 3331 (or APFY 3023) Specialized Studio 2.
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 12

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:03am EDT 3/10/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Tuesday, Friday
Times: 9:00am - 2:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Thesis 1: Product & Collection
Fall 2026
Taught By: Faculty TBA
Section: P2

CRN: 15645

Credits: 6

In the first course in a two-part course sequence of senior major project study, students will draw upon experience gained at earlier stages of the program. Self-initiated thesis projects encompass theoretical and practical design practice. Thesis allows students to research and develop an area of interest, and to demonstrate progressive ideas and abilities of breadth and depth. It also requires the student to plan and develop a proposal/brief, based upon the synthesis of exploration, ideation, and research. Students are required to develop an individually-negotiated approach to a design question or issue; and to manage, communicate, and document their processes through research/reflective journals and technical notebooks, where applicable. Note that students are required to register in the same section for PUFD 4221 Thesis 2 for continuity and progression of learning.

The Fashion Product pathway takes a non-apparel focus and approach to form, sculpture, and shape, and offers students an opportunity to redefine this category utilizing a variety of traditional design/make approaches alongside technological innovation towards unique inventive outcomes. Deep exploration in terms of research and process towards unexpected outcomes in all forms is encouraged. The Collection pathway challenges you to consider approaches to body, gender, age, and size, amongst others, in order to develop new narratives, definitions and terminologies within a clearly defined visual aesthetic beyond traditional contexts. Deep exploration in terms of research and process towards unexpected outcomes across gender is encouraged. Students are encouraged to redefine the meaning of a collection.
Open to: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design majors only. Pre-requisite(s): PUFD 3321 (or APFY 3021/5) Design Studio 4 & PUFD 3331 (or APFY 3023) Specialized Studio 2.
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 12

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:03am EDT 3/10/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Tuesday
Times: 9:00am - 2:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Days: Thursday
Times: 9:00am - 2:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026