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Rochelle Griffin

Wilson College of Textiles exterior view

Rochelle Griffin – from Waxhaw, NC graduated from Marvin Ridge High School. Rochelle has been awarded the North Carolina Textile Foundation National Knitwear Manufacturer’s Association Centennial Scholarship to study in a textile degree program at NC State. Rochelle took several Advanced Placement Courses, including English, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Psychology, Human Geography and Macroeconomics. Rochelle received several awards due to her academic excellence, most recently the College Board’s AP Scholars Award. Rochelle was an active member of Student Council, Science, English, and Spanish National Honor Societies, and the Recycling Club. She also enjoyed being a part of the JV soccer team as a goal keeper and both winter and spring track. Rochelle travelled to Jamaica during her freshman year for a mission trip, where she participated in several service activities. Outside of school, Rochelle enjoys yoga, has been an intern at Erin Grey Couture, and was a bridal consultant at a boutique in Charlotte. Rochelle intends to study Fashion and Textile Management.