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Student-founded organization will bring thrifting to UNC campus

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A photo of two bins placed next to each other in the corner of a Wilson College of Textiles bathroom. One is a waste bin and is gray. One (right) is a green bin and is for composting. Both have signage above them explaining what items to place in each type of bin.

Nov 30, 2022

Wilson College of Textiles to Implement Compost Bins Throughout College

As a part of NC State’s goal to become a Zero Waste Workplace, an initiative by alumna Rosemary Edberg aims to divert substantial waste from landfills through composting. 

Nov 30, 2022

Wearable electronics benefit from a bit of embroidery

Materials Today
Wilson College researchers discover simpler alternative to power-generating textiles. 
Photo of Jon Rust in front of a wall of red banners. He wears a black suit, white collared shirt and red tie.

Nov 30, 2022

Retiring Professor Jon Rust Leaves Lasting Legacy Through Students, Research

He’s pushed the textile industry forward through his research and consulting, and advanced the college through his many leadership roles, but he’s most proud of the mentorship he’s provided to students. 
Elizabeth Siu and classmates posing together.

Nov 28, 2022

Elizabeth Siu Studies Energy, Sustainability in Puerto Rico

A summer in Puerto Rico taught textile engineering student Elizabeth Siu about energy and sustainability, and helped her build a newfound confidence along the way. 
The silhouette of a person stands with their arms outstretched, holding walking sticks atop a mountain peak. Behind the person is a mountain landscape with an orange and pink sunset.

Nov 28, 2022

First-Year Student Completes Appalachian Trail Before Coming to Wilson College

Meet Eliza Sweeney, a first-year student studying fashion and textile design who spent five months hiking the Appalachian Trail. 

Nov 26, 2022

New technique allows embroidering power-generating yarns onto fabric

Inceptive Mind
Assistant Professor Rong Yin leads research on electricity-producing fabric patches. 

Nov 25, 2022

Embroidered patches allow existing fabrics to generate electricity

Quick Telecast
Wilson College of Textiles research shows how embroidering yarns to fabric can create electrical charges. 

Nov 24, 2022

Embroidered patches allow existing fabrics to generate electricity

New Atlas
Wilson College of Textiles researchers develop a method for embroidering electrical generators to fabric. 
Steve and Frosene Zeis enjoyed their time at the End-of-Campaign Celebration, hosted by the Wilson College of Textiles on Nov. 19, 2021.

Nov 21, 2022

Creating a Legacy of Love, Generosity and Significance

Married for more than 60 years, Steve and Frosene Zeis have shared a lifetime of love. One of their greatest joys has been providing generous support for students, faculty and programs at Steve’s alma mater: the Wilson College of Textiles. 

Nov 18, 2022

Student-founded organization will bring thrifting to UNC campus

Carolina Connection
Wilson College of Textiles Graduate Student Claire Henson discusses how thrifting can help minimize the environmental impact of clothing, and other ways we can care for the earth as well as our wardrobe.