The future of the fashion industry depends on encouraging and exciting students to pursue fashion as a career. To that end, the ninth annual FASHION INDUSTRY CONFERENCE, sponsored by the partnership between the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction and colleges, will be held April 20, 2024. The day will feature hands-on student workshops lead by industry professionals, a university fashion design showcase, lunch, giveaways, swag bags, and keynote speaker. This event is created in cooperation with Central Washington University, Washington State University, Seattle Central College, WA-FCCLA, and OSPI.