University of North Texas 
Chanjuan Chen
Art Education, Design, Interdisciplinary Art and Design Studies
Interim Department Chair of Art Education and Interdisciplinary Art and Design Studies
Associate Professor, Fashion Design
Art Building, Room 230E
Associate Professor
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Alum: 2025, Ph.D., Art Education, 2015, M.F.A., Fashion Design
About
Chanjuan Chen, Ph.D., is an accomplished scholar, designer, and educator in the fields of art and design. Chen joined UNT after teaching as an assistant professor in the School of Fashion Design and Merchandising at Kent State University, Kent, Ohio. She holds a B.E. in Fashion Design and Engineering from Xiamen University of Technology, Xiamen, China, an M.F.A. in Design, and a Ph.D. in Art Education from the University of North Texas, Denton, Texas. In addition to teaching, she has industry experience working as a fashion designer, technical designer and graphic designer.
Chen’s creative scholarship is focused on bringing awareness to social and environmental issues through modular fashion and upcycling. Her creative work has been recognized by numerous academic and professional organizations, including the International Textile and Apparel Association, Costume Society of America, and the Korea Fashion and Culture Association.
Additionally, Chen’s research is deeply rooted in design innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. Her work bridges design, technology, and education to explore how emerging digital tools like generative AI can transform creative practices and learning environments.