The World of Textiles Awaits
It's a multibillion-dollar global industry that's integrated into everything we do — and you could drive the field's next big advancements.
Leading the Way in Textiles Education
Textiles are all around us: from the playing field to the runway, shielding first responders from danger or even shoring up a human heart. At the Wilson College of Textiles, we teach you to apply textiles thinking to the grand challenges facing our world.
By the time you leave here, you’ll know there are thousands of ways to use what you’ve learned in a career that you’ll love. And because ours is the only college on this continent solely focused on textiles, our graduates are among the most sought-out anywhere.
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From developing designs to growing businesses, NC State helps students transform creativity into opportunity!
Meet a few members of Wilson College who showcased their work at this year’s Entrepalooza.
Sarah Grace Simas (FTD-FD ’27) has explored entrepreneurship through the AATS Fashion Exposé and Student-Made NC State, programs that support students in launching and developing a business.
Wilson College alumna Lainey Volz (FTD-FD ’26) was also present alongside her intern, Sienna Cuevas (FTD-FD ’28). Lainey got her start by winning Pitch to the Pack in 2026 and joining the Andrews Launch Accelerator 2026 cohort.
Through these programs, NC State founders gain access to the resources and guidance needed to grow their ventures.
Haunted house? More like a haunted hallway! 🎃
Who decorated their door best? Drop the corresponding number in the comments!
Have a safe and spooky Halloween, Wolfpack!
A summer spent experimenting, innovating and creating! 🧪🐺
This summer, Samira Libbus (TE ’27) worked as a Product Development Intern with Elevate Textiles. At this internship, she helped develop PFAS-free water- and oil-repellent treatments for Fire Service fabrics, improve outdoor WeatherMAX performance, and plan an analytical lab upgrade.
Her experience gave her the opportunity to contribute to innovative textile solutions and build valuable skills in product development.
Swipe through for a glimpse into Samira’s summer!
Calling all entrepreneurs!
Have you ever had an awesome business idea, but didn’t know where to get the guidance or funding to grow it? Then you’re a perfect candidate for Wells Fargo Pitch to the Pack 2027!
Swipe to learn about the key dates and how to sign up!
This #NCStateRedWhite Week, Wilson has been whipping up just the thing to keep your paws warm. 🐾🧦
Be one of the first 10 people to comment, and we’ll send you a free pair of socks made right here in our W. Duke Kimbrell Flex Factory: Prototype Lab!
Good luck, Wolfpack!
Sewing by day and fundraising by night — this is a day in the life of a fashion and textile design senior!
Join Lainey Volz (FTD-FD ’26) on a busy day during her final semester of college. She spends the majority of the day in senior fashion design studio crafting her collection and concludes her day with a not-so-restful night sleeping in a student-made plywood shack (for charity, that is).
Head over to the link in bio to learn more!
We know you love your Wolfpack Red, but did you know there’s a whole spectrum of NC State colors to discover?
Take a scroll through Wilson and see how many you can spot! 👀✨
🧶👀 Think you can tell what the fiber is just by touch?
Watch as assistant teaching professor Madilynn Smith and Chloe Dickerson (PCC ’28) go head-to-head to see who knows their fibers best!
Design + science + nature = the ultimate Wilson Wellness Day! 🌿
On Tuesday, Sept. 29, nearly 40 members of the Pack gathered in the Wilson College Breezeway for a hands-on Natural Dye and Fiber Spinning Workshop. Participants dyed their own cotton bandanas using natural dyes — including madder, cochineal, marigolds and onion skins — while exploring how plants, insects and animals connect to textiles.
Attendees also enjoyed a natural fiber spinning demonstration and learned more about the campus textile garden.
Thank you to everyone who helped bring this event to life!
