Erasmus+ Visit of Fashion Design Department Lecturers to the Polytechnic University of Tirana
On May 12th-16th the lecturers of Fashion Design Department dr. Eugenija Strazdienė and Ana Černiavskaja took part in Erasmus+ teaching visit to the Polytechnic University of Tirana (https://upt.edu.al). The purpose of the visit was to continue the collaboration with the Department of Textiles and Fashion, to share academic experiences and to discuss further cooperation opportunities in the fields of education, project activities and scientific research.
Lecturer Ana Černiavskaja has presented the possibilities of virtual clothing design and shared research results related to sportswear with functional monitoring sensors. Dr. Eugenija Strazdienė delivered lectures on garment development and production process modelling, as well as its virtual simulation. To reinforce theoretical knowledge, she also led creative workshops using FlexSim software.
During the visit, the lecturers became familiar with the ongoing projects and advanced laboratory equipment at the Department of Textiles and Fashion of the Polytechnic University of Tirana. They also held in-person discussions on study program development plans and outlined directions for future cooperation. However, the experience wasn’t limited to academic matters—many vivid impressions were brought back as well, including insights into Albania’s colourful history, breath taking nature, vibrant culture, national traditions, and eye-catching national costumes and ethnographic textiles!
