From the Dean
Dean David Hinks highlights achievements that happened during the fall semester and encourages alumni and friends to learn more about the Think and Do the Extraordinary campaign and the College's Strategic Plan.
Stories From 2016
Textile Design Student Wins 2017 Bookmark Competition
The winner of the 2017 COT bookmark competition is Jamie Harvey, a senior studying Fashion and Textile Design with a focus on Textile Design. Her design honors the 50th anniversary of Carter-Finley Stadium.
Student Designs Inspired by “Rolling Sculptures” Exhibit at NCMA
College of Textiles students participating in the recent North Carolina Museum of Art College Night drew design inspiration from the exhibit “Rolling Sculptures: Art Deco Cars from the 1930s and '40s”.
Dr. Lisa Chapman Named a 2016-17 University Faculty Scholar
Dr. Lisa Chapman, associate professor at NC State's College of Textiles has been named a University Faculty Scholar. Chapman, whose teaching and research cut across design and technology, possesses a unique ability to bridge art and science in teaching, research and industry engagement.
Outfitting the Future: Wearable Tech
NC State researchers are developing wearable technologies that are functional, efficient, innovative and practical, and that could have an impact on countless lives.
COT Students Lead the Pack
Meet some College of Textiles students who have a passion for leadership. Their think and do mindset is demonstrated in their work with various student groups.
Students Personalize Pillows for Patients at UNC Children’s Hospital
While most College of Textiles students are spending their evenings in studio or NC State's Hunt Library, sophomores Sara Lewis (left) and Carly Kvietok are stitching their way toward a difference in the lives of the young patients at UNC Children’s Hospital.
PackFashion Poised for a Comeback
A team of College of Textiles students led by editor-in-chief Jasmine Mason, is busy bringing the fashion magazine PackFashion back to campus. The print piece will be in readers hands spring 2017.
Faculty and Staff Honored for Extension Efforts
The College of Textiles is particularly strong when it comes to extension efforts; faculty, staff and students excel at working one-on-one with companies in the textile industry and government groups. Earlier this year, two members of the COT family were honored for their respective outreach efforts.
Fashioning a Protective Response to Zika
An interdisciplinary team of researchers from across NC State, including the College of Textiles, is helping protect people from Zika by developing a highly engineered, chemical-free, lightweight fabric that is mosquito resistant.