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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At Wilson, innovation does not take a summer break!
During the 10-week summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program, students are paired with a research lab and faculty mentor to work on projects that match their interests.
Explore what four REU students are up to today in their respective labs!
Sanya Firozvi (TE ‘28) filters cotton fibers for repurposing, Mackenzie Mink (TT ‘28) creates self-folding fabric, Amerie Delfin (TE ‘28) runs experiments with the sweating mannequin and Miles Davelka (TE ‘27) develops an auxetic design using conductive fabric.
Head to the link in our bio to learn more about REU!
If you like creating, innovating, adventures, opportunities and community, you’ll like Wilson!
Take a peek into a portfolio that was years in the making!
Ethan Sadler’s (FTD-FD ’26) time at Wilson was filled with exploration. With projects focused on womenswear, menswear, CAD software, leatherworking and textile manipulation techniques, his portfolio reflects both curiosity and craftsmanship.
From First-Year Studio to the Emerging Designers Runway Show, swipe through to see all the incredible projects Ethan created along the way!
These REU students gave us the inside scoop on their research! 🍦
We interviewed Laura Kell, Madison Lashley and Callie Masella to learn about the impactful, surprising and exciting work they are up to in the Wilson labs this summer.
The cherry on top? You can learn more about the Research Experience for Undergraduates program at the link in our bio!
STEP Camp 2026 is officially in the (scrap)books!
Campers spent the week exploring the world of textiles through interactive activities, discovering new skills, making friends and creating core memories.
From designing and creating to shooting hoops on the basketball court and cooling off with ice cream, every day was packed with sun, smiles and, of course, textiles.
The future of health care is being woven right here at Wilson. 🫀
Seven decades after researchers developed the world’s first artificial aorta in the college, our Biomedical Textile Research Group and advanced labs are pioneering the next generation of health care solutions. From 3D-printed “magnetic muscles” for internal medicine delivery to smart electronics woven directly into wearable sensors, textile research at Wilson is shaping the future of health care.
With growing opportunities across the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries, our textile graduates are uniquely equipped to tackle the world’s most pressing health care challenges.
“Textiles is not just towels and socks. We’re using these textile materials as a way to replicate what we’re seeing in the body,” said Jessica Gluck, assistant professor at the Wilson College of Textiles.
Click the link in our bio to discover how 70 years of history is fueling tomorrow’s biomedical breakthroughs.
What’s better than one coffee shop at Wilson? Two coffee shops, of course! ☕️
Not only do we have 321 Coffee within walking distance from us, we also have a coffee shop INSIDE Wilson called Social Fabric! Whether you like coffee, matcha or chai, you are guaranteed to stay caffeinated here!
From research to runway, the process did not disappoint!
During Century of Designers: From Worth to the World, second-year fashion design students at Wilson were each assigned a decade and a designer to draw inspiration from, then create and present a collection during NC State Fashion Week.
Melyn Hales (FTD-FD ’28) created her 1990s Versace-inspired collection by starting with historical research and a mood board inspired by the iconic designer. The collection developed through prototyping, pattern-making and construction, creating a modern interpretation of past influences.
Swipe through the journey from inspiration to final looks!
Just your friendly reminder that STEM starts early, and the future of medical textiles starts here. 🧪
During the NC-MSEN Pre-College Program, campers got hands-on experience in the Wilson labs exploring how everyday fabrics connect to medical breakthroughs. They worked through exciting experiments, including preparing serial dilutions and testing fabric effectiveness.
Not only did the campers learn how chemistry, engineering and technology work together, they also explored how medical textiles protect and improve human health.
Head to the link in our bio to learn more about the NC-MSEN Pre-College Program!
