The History of INFUSE
INFUSE Magazine began in 2009 as a humble newsletter created by Pauline Ashworth, a dedicated professor in Humber’s Fashion program. What started as a simple way to share program updates and industry insights quickly gained traction among students, alumni, and faculty. The growing interest transformed INFUSE from a small newsletter into a full-fledged magazine – complete with print editions, editorial features, and a recognizable presence within Humber’s fashion community.
Over the years, INFUSE has continued to evolve while staying true to its core mission: to highlight the exceptional talent, creativity, and ambition found within Humber’s Fashion programs. Each issue is crafted by an editorial team of students who gain real-world experience in writing, creative direction, styling, photography, and digital media.
A long-standing tradition of INFUSE is its annual cover story featuring a distinguished graduate from Humber’s Fashion programs. These stories celebrate the journeys of alumni – tracing how they built their careers, overcame challenges, and carved out space for themselves in the industry. Their paths serve as powerful inspiration for the next generation of fashion students.
For many students, INFUSE is more than a magazine – it’s an opportunity. Participants, especially those in the diploma program, have historically earned co-op hours through their involvement, gaining meaningful, hands-on experience that enriches their academic journey.
Today, INFUSE stands as Humber Polytechnic’s official fashion magazine: a place where creativity meets community, and where students shape, tell, and celebrate the stories that define fashion at Humber and beyond.