鶹Ƶȫ University Museum, under the leadership of director Sarah Spinner Liska, Ph.D., J.D., is becoming a dynamic hub for creativity, fashion and education.
Since joining the museum in July 2024, Spinner Liska has worked to reshape the museum’s identity by emphasizing student involvement and interdisciplinary collaborations. One of her first initiatives was the introduction of the museum’s first entirely student-run fashion show, which aligns with 鶹Ƶȫ’s global reputation for fashion excellence. The museum, with its collection of over 30,000 pieces, is leveraging its status as a teaching institution to engage the campus community in new and meaningful ways.
Liska was recently featured in highlighting some of her current initiatives and her focus on increasing student involvement.
“Museums have a bit of a reputation for being sterile and stuffy,” with Cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer last week. “I really wanted to change up that notion and get students to be the heart of what we do. Serving the KSU community first and driving student involvement makes an immediate impact.”
Looking ahead, Liska and her team are planning a major international exhibition of contemporary North African fashion in September, which will be the first of its kind.
“I’m dedicated to breaking down boundaries between disciplines and creating a space where art, fashion and education intersect in meaningful ways,” . “This museum has incredible potential. I’m excited to help it reach new heights.”
Learn more about the 鶹Ƶȫ University Museum, as well as current and upcoming exhibits.