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Influential Women Magazine Recognizes Alum for Outstanding Research

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Oct 21, 2025

NC State Researchers’ Promising New Medicine Delivery with Origami Robots

The Engineer
Learn about the new medical technology that could change the field with 3-D printing and new and innovative magnets.

Oct 21, 2025

3-D Printed Magnetic Origami Robots Aid Medicine Delivery

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Several unique innovations in magnetics allow this promising new robot to internally deliver medicine in a controlled manner.
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Oct 20, 2025

Champion Thread Company Establishes the Poovey Family Scholarship for Textiles Students

To honor the company’s late founder, Bob Poovey ’64, and his multigenerational textiles family, the Champion Thread Company created the Poovey Family Scholarship at the Wilson College of Textiles.

Oct 20, 2025

Magnetic ‘Muscles’ Allow Robots to Move and Heal From Within

Interesting Engineering
Using 3-D printing and innovative new magnets, NC State researchers pave the way for robotics in medicine and alternatives to surgery.

Oct 16, 2025

AATCC to Hold Textile Printing Conference in Raleigh

Textile World
In a conference held Nov. 5-6 highlighting the progress of the textile industry, NC State faculty Tova Williams Cherry, Traci Lamar and Lisa Chapman will speak about their expertise.

Oct 14, 2025

Champion Thread Co. Announces Annual Scholarship to Wilson College Students

BedTimes
In honor of their late founder and NC State alum Bob Lee Poovey III, the Poovey family has established a permenant endowment to allow the Wilson College to continue enriching the textiles industry.

Oct 10, 2025

Crackyl Magazine Features NC State Research on Female Firefighting PPE

Crackyl Magazine
Florida State University researcher (and Wilson College alumna) Meredith McQuerry, Wilson College doctoral student Ziewen Qiu and Wilson College researcher Cassandra Kwon had their work published in the special Women in Fire edition of Crackyl Magazine. Their article "Why Female Firefighting PPE Isn't a Luxury – It's a Lifeline" can be found on pages 16 and 17.
A woman stands between two mannequins dressed in sporty outfits inside the Rhoback office. A plush dog sits on the floor nearby, and a Rhoback logo is visible on the wall behind them.

Oct 9, 2025

Cecilia Monge M.S. Textiles ’23: Finding The Right Fit With Technical Design

While completing her degree at the Wilson College, this alumna fell in love with technical design’s combination of math and artistry. Now, she’s made it her full-time career.

Humairaa Zafiruddin wears a red NC State jersey and a red and white hijab. She stands on a New York City sidewalk, holding up her hand in a wolf sign. She wears sunglasses on her head and several bracelets. The background shows cars and pedestrians.

Oct 9, 2025

This Wilson College Student Got the Ultimate Backstage Experience

Thanks to the U of NYFW program, Humairaa Zafiruddin had the opportunity to attend New York Fashion Week, showcase her own designs and develop her personal brand. 

Oct 9, 2025

Influential Women Magazine Recognizes Alum for Outstanding Research

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Meredith McQuerry, a professor at Florida State University and NC State alum, was recognized for her work in textile performance and comfort, especifically for first responders.