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Nov. 1, 2025

AI Image Creation: ChatGPT, Google VEO & More! #shorts

Join here: https://innovation-and-insights.my.canva.site/ai-textile-design-innovators ChatGPT, Google VEO (or Nano Banana), Ideogram, and Midjourney. Discover the strengths and weaknesses of each AI image generation tool. #AIImageGeneration #ChatGPT #Midjourney #Ideogram

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Nov. 1, 2025

Overcoming Challenges as an Innovator: Advice from Dr. Jokima Hiller | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Dr. Jokima Hiller shares a heartfelt reflection on her love for the hospitality industry and the emotional struggle many workers face, feeling undervalued and overlooked by management. She recounts a poignant moment during Thanksgiving when she realized that many of her colleagues felt the same—passionate about their work but yearning…

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Nov. 1, 2025

From Louisiana to the Court: As a Female Athlete in the 80s | iNNOVATION Insights

Join De’Edra Dangerfield as she reminisces about her time as a female athlete in the 1980s at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Despite the lack of support and resources, De’Edra's passion for sports and her bond with her twin sister propelled them to success. Hear about their recruitment journey…

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Nov. 1, 2025

Breaking Gender Norms: Men in Textile Arts with Dr. Erin French | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Join Dr. Erin French as she dives into the significance of men participating in textile-based leisure activities. Dr. French discusses how making gifts can be an expression of love and care, addresses the stigmas men face in traditionally gendered hobbies, and emphasizes the importance of following personal interests, whether in…

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Nov. 1, 2025

Creating Writing Communities: Ana McCracken's Journey | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Ana McCracken, MFA, shares her journey of teaching at OLLI and the realization of the importance of a writing community for seniors. After moving from the Bay Area to Ames, she struggled with the lack of a literary community similar to Iowa City's renowned scene. Despite setbacks, including a halt…

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Nov. 1, 2025

Textile Knowledge: Building a Comprehensive Prompt Library #shorts

Join here: https://innovation-and-insights.my.canva.site/ai-textile-design-innovators A new textile knowledge library is just beginning! The goal: capture info academia is missing and make it accessible for future models. Learn more! #Textiles #Academia #Knowledge #Library

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Nov. 1, 2025

Inspiring Threads: Unveiling The 'S, T, I, T, C, H' Concept #shorts

Join here: https://innovation-and-insights.my.canva.site/ai-textile-design-innovators Unlock your creative vision! Think ITC- Inspiration, Thread, Color, Hand. Focus, questions, and wordings for your design prompts explained simply. Craft your masterpiece! #DesignInspiration #ColorPalette #TextileDesign #CreativeProcess

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Nov. 1, 2025

Rustic Ranch Style: Sustainable Fabrics & Everyday Wear #shorts

Join here: https://innovation-and-insights.my.canva.site/ai-textile-design-innovators Seeking rustic ranch style but needing stretch & everyday wear? This cotton twill design features a silk lining with bougainvillea print—all inspired by sustainable, back-to-basics fabrics. #RanchStyle #SustainableFashion #CottonTwill #SilkLining

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Nov. 1, 2025

Dr. Samii Kennedy Benson's Early Journey into Sewing and Fashion | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Dr. Samii Kennedy Benson shares her lifelong passion for sewing, starting at four years old. With no family background in sewing or needlework, she cultivated her skills by hand, inspired by her love of fashion and creating clothes for her Barbie dolls. She recounts nostalgic trips to fabric stores and…

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Nov. 1, 2025

ChatGPT and AI Tools: Textile Design Exploration #shorts

Join here: https://innovation-and-insights.my.canva.site/ai-textile-design-innovators Exploring AI’s potential in textile design, experimenting with custom ChatGPTs and new platforms. Excited to share the journey and test these tools with you all! #AITools #TextileDesign #ChatGPT #AICreativity

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Nov. 1, 2025

AI Textile Design Prompts: Your Ultimate Library! #shorts

Join here: https://innovation-and-insights.my.canva.site/ai-textile-design-innovators Explore the AI textile design prompt library! A growing database with images and prompts to cut & paste into various platforms. New prompts added weekly for your experimental designs. #AITextiles #AIDesign #PromptLibrary #TextileDesign #AIArt

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Nov. 1, 2025

Textile Science: Unveiling Hidden Knowledge & Visualizing Fabrics #shorts

Join here: https://innovation-and-insights.my.canva.site/ai-textile-design-innovators It helps to visualize and understand textiles, plus save knowledge that's not being shared. Many university programs aren't teaching textile science. #Textiles #TextileScience #UniversityPrograms #KnowledgeSharing

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Nov. 1, 2025

The Role of Trial and Error in Fashion Design | Dr. Kim Hahn | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Join Dr. Kim Hahn as she explores the essence of innovation in the field of fashion design. She emphasizes the importance of introducing new ideas, methods, and products through a process of trial and error. By reflecting on her own experiences and failures, Dr. Hahn highlights how learning from mistakes…

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Oct. 31, 2025

Textile Hoarder's Guide: Crafting Without Buying MORE! #shorts

I can't buy any more textiles, so I'm becoming a virtual hoarder! Too many fabrics already to use in this lifetime. This way, I can create endlessly! #TextileArt #VirtualHoarding #FabricDesign #CreativeProcess

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Oct. 31, 2025

Seamless Repeat Design: Creating Perfect Patterns Explained #shorts

Unlocking seamless repeat design. What happens when a pattern effortlessly flows, making it impossible to tell where it begins and ends? Find out how to achieve this. #SeamlessDesign #PatternDesign #GraphicDesign #DesignTips

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Oct. 31, 2025

Amazing Backgrounds: Use Them On Instagram Now! #shorts

Download, make transparent, and post. Use these videos in the background of your next Instagram post. There are so many things you can do with these! #InstagramPost #BackgroundVideo #TransparentVideo #OpusClips

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Oct. 31, 2025

Dior Style: Exploring Colors and Classic Blue & White #shorts

Exploring AI art generation with a Dior-inspired style. The results are incredible, especially with the classic blue and white color palette. See what happens! #AIArt #Dior #ArtGeneration #BlueAndWhite #StyleInspiration

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Oct. 31, 2025

Story Framework: Proven Strategy for Customer Success #shorts

Discover the story framework! Two years of coaching distilled into a trademark system to help clients achieve success. Tested with a variety of clients. #StoryFramework #CustomerSuccess #BusinessCoaching #ClientSuccess

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Oct. 31, 2025

LinkedIn Makeover: Branding Strategy for Faculty #shorts

Redesigned a faculty member's LinkedIn: header, brand kit, and bundled assets for presentations, social media, and class promotion. Still in progress, stay tuned! #LinkedIn #Branding #SocialMedia #Faculty #Education

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Oct. 31, 2025

LinkedIn Content Strategy: Post Like A Pro! #shorts

When posting on LinkedIn, don't just broadcast achievements. Engage! It's a social platform; prioritize interaction over pure self-promotion to build real connections. #LinkedInTips #SocialMedia #Networking #Engagement

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Oct. 31, 2025

AI for Brands: Crafting Assets for Social Media #shorts

Silence AI is a game-changer. Create powerful brand assets from your content, from social media posts to blog articles and presentations. Tell your story effectively! #SilenceAI #BrandAssets #SocialMedia #ContentCreation

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Oct. 31, 2025

The Vital Role of Soft Skills in Today's Workforce | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Dr. Malinda Shultice discusses the growing importance of soft skills across industries. She emphasizes that while they are often overlooked, these skills are essential for saving teams and creating a positive organizational culture. Dr. Shultice highlights the need for leadership to prioritize and embody empathy to prevent toxic environments, particularly…

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Oct. 31, 2025

The Power of Authenticity in Innovation with Chris Cyrille, MS | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Chris Cyrille, MS, emphasizes the importance of bringing your whole self into your passions and work. He explains that your unique perspective, experiences, and personal story contribute to true innovation. Chris encourages openness about your background and struggles, highlighting how this authenticity can lead to new and inventive ideas. Join…

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Oct. 31, 2025

Defining Innovation: Beyond Mere Product Development | Dr. Eric Olson | iNNOVATION Insights

Dr. Eric Olson reflects on the true meaning of innovation without relying on textbook definitions. He discusses innovation as a process of creating value for stakeholders, which could include students, faculty, industries, and communities. Dr. Olson emphasizes that innovation extends beyond product development and includes creating value through new frameworks,…

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