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Thomas Rosemond: Woven Into Wilson

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Two women in a workspace discuss ideas, one holding a tablet while the other points at it. Behind them are pinboards with photos and fabric samples. A coffee cup and some fabric are on the table. Both women are smiling and appear engaged in a collaborative discussion.

Jul 12, 2024

Wilson College of Textiles Sponsors a Team in the Andrews Launch Accelerator Sparking a New Partnership in Innovation

Textile technology alumna's business participates in NC State program that launches entrepreneurship journeys. 
Three divers are underwater. One is reaching downward from the left, one is reaching downward from the right. The third diver is reaching outward from the center of the image, facing the camera between the two other divers. In the center is a metal pole with extending metal branches. Young coral in spiky formations of yellow, orange and brown is being hung by the divers.

Jun 20, 2024

Dylan Dixon Dives in Bonaire, Adventures Beyond the Classroom 

Fashion and textile management student Dylan Dixon spent his spring semester working on a coral restoration project abroad.  
Joseph Smith is pictured in the center of a mountainous landscape. Dressed in a red, purple and green floral shirt, Joseph is smiling among a backdrop of scattered white square houses mixed in with trees. The town sits at the base of a mountain, with ridges visible towards the top of the photo. Trees grow at the base of the mountain, and get more scarce as the mountain rises in elevation. There is a small space of sky peeking out from around the top-righthand corner of the photo. 

Jun 19, 2024

Joseph Smith ‘23, Explores Italy, Independence and Self-Expression

Recent fashion and textile management graduate Joseph Smith (they/them) reflects on their growth during their spring study abroad experience.  
Iridescent Silicon Microchip

Apr 30, 2024

CHIPS Funding Fuels Two New Initiatives Backed by NC State

With nearly $50 million through the CHIPS and Science Act, our university will lead a regional innovation hub focused on wide bandgap semiconductors, called CLAWS, and also play a key role in the North Carolina Textile Innovation and Sustainability Engine, one of the first-ever NSF Regional Innovation Engines. 
A close up picture of a piece of fabric

Apr 18, 2024

NC State Researchers Use Machine Learning To Create a Fabric-based Touch Sensor

As the field of wearable electronics gains more interest and new functions are added to clothing, an embroidery-based sensor or “button” capable of controlling those functions becomes increasingly important. 
An NC State student studying abroad enjoys a guided paragliding outing over Switzerland.

Apr 16, 2024

It’s a Wolfpack World

The Wolfpack may call North Carolina home, but our impact spans all seven continents. Read about faculty and student experiences in two of those continents. 
Nigar Sultana

Feb 6, 2024

Grad Student Profile: Nigar Sultana

Learn more about Sultana's experience at NC State and the research she's conducting through the Ph.D. in Fiber and Polymer Science at the Wilson College of Textiles. 
Yarn-shaped supercapacitors created by NC State researchers in the Wilson College of Textiles

Feb 6, 2024

New Study Finds “Sweet Spot” for Length of Yarn-Shaped Supercapacitors

Yarns 40-60cm yield best flow of energy in new study. 
The NC State Belltower at dusk and night. Photo by Marc Hall

Jan 26, 2024

New NSF Center Will Advance Textile Industry ‘Greening’

The effort aims to reduce textile waste and make advances in wearable, medical and protective textiles. 
Thomas Rosemond, a fall 2023 graduate earning his degree in fashion and textile management, stands outside of Wilson College of Textiles.

Dec 13, 2023

Thomas Rosemond: Woven Into Wilson

Once Thomas Rosemond set his sights on NC State, there was no plan B. He reflects on the community — and real-world experience — he gained in Wilson College of Textiles.