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Published on March 21, 2025

The Wilson College of Textiles Celebrates 125 Years of Excellence

Since 1899, NC State has led the globe in textiles education, innovation and leadership, and the Wilson College of Textiles’ 125-year legacy is a milestone worth celebrating.

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Published on March 20, 2025

New York Fashion Week Through the Eyes of an NC State Student

Wilson College of Textiles student Sarah Grace Simas got a firsthand look at the global fashion industry during her time with the U of NYFW program.

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Published on March 17, 2025

Meet Four Wolfpack Women Who’ve Launched Research-based Startups

The Office of Research Commercialization asked four women who’ve launched and led startup companies based on NC State research (including two from the Wilson College of Textiles) for their advice and insights.

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Published on March 11, 2025

Two Wilson College Faculty Members Named University Faculty Scholars

Associate Professors Sonja Salmon and Kavita Mathur received university-wide recognition for their teaching, leadership and cutting-edge research.

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Published on March 7, 2025

Two Wilson College Students Completed an Independent Study, Focusing on the Path of Wool from Fiber to Fabric

Grace Avery and Eliza Sweeney share their experiences with a hands-on, independent study where they transformed wool fibers into fabric samples.

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