‘Digital Denim’ Is a Pretty Good Match for the Real Thing, Experts Say
NC State researchers printed ink on cotton fabric to make “digital” denim fabric resembling six styles of jeans.
Stories From 2021
Hannah Russell: Developing Industry Connections and Lifelong Friendships
Hannah Russell, recent NC State Wilson College of Textiles graduate, connected with other students through professional organizations and also learned the craft of weaving while completing her Bachelor of Science in the textile technology program.
Students Explore Sustainability in Textiles Through Research, New Course
A new course at the Wilson College of Textiles equips students with the sustainability knowledge to effect change. Two undergraduate students provided insight to make the class impactful for their classmates.
Student Creativity, Research Flourish Despite Pandemic
See student work and research, from fashion design to fiber and polymer science.
Wilson College Students Earn Experience, Job Offers During Summer Internships
Read about more than 30 students' summer internships, ranging across undergraduate, master's and doctorate programs.
Fashion and Textile Design Student Explores Pattern Making, Germany Through Adidas Internship
Senior Emma Harris spent six months immersing herself in pattern making and working hand in hand with designers at Adidas' headquarters in Germany.
Textile Engineering Student Helping to Develop Tesla Seat Covers
Morgan Mase says her knowledge of textiles gave her a leg up when she applied to be a soft trim seat development intern at Tesla.
Wilson College Alumna Donates Hundreds of Masks to Farmworkers
Alumna Lisbeth Arias has donated more than 550 masks to North Carolina farmworkers through her business, Descalza.
Jeff Sackaroff Receives College Award after Designing Virtual Employer in Residence Program
After designing a virtual employer in residence program for the Wilson College of Textiles, Jeff Sackaroff, director of career services, recently received the college’s most prestigious honor bestowed upon non-faculty employees — the Awards for Excellence.
Two Wilson College Students Named Social Innovation Fellows
Noah Retarides and Talya Suber will play a role in a university-wide initiative to improve sustainability.