Wilson College Communications, Author at Wilson College of Textiles

Maggie Kimmet stands to the right of an outdoor Kohl's sign.

Sep 16, 2024

Maggie Kimmett ’23, Textile Design in the World of Corporate Homeware

A comforting connection to her childhood home fueled an interest in homeware. Now this textile design graduate is designing soft decor products for Kohl’s.

David Hinks (far left) and three others pose to take a photo in a conference center.

Sep 12, 2024

Wilson College of Textiles Shines at Techtextil

The yearly event gathers industry leaders from across the technical textiles and nonwovens sectors, including many members of the Wilson College Wolfpack.

Bailey Knight (left) and Andre West (right) stand in the Prototype Lab, discussing designs printed onto a tote bag. Bailey points at the fabric laid out on a large cutting table, which features several tote bags with colorful prints. Various sewing and cutting machines are in the background.

Aug 27, 2024

Innovative Flex Factory to Serve Students, Industry Partners Under One Roof

Slated for construction in early 2025, this state-of-the-art facility will combine the Wilson College of Textiles Prototype Lab and the Senior Design Lab in one space.

Close-up of a textile weaving machine in operation. Two spools of white thread are mounted on spindle holders, feeding through guides into the weaving mechanism. Background shows blurred components of the loom and fabric being produced.

Aug 23, 2024

William Barefoot Wove His Legacy of Education

After 25 years of managing the Weaving Lab at the Wilson College of Textiles, Barefoot is hanging up his safety glasses for good.

A serene outdoor courtyard features a rectangular reflecting pool surrounded by lush green grass and trees. In the background, a modern brick building with large reflective windows (the Wilson College of Textiles) stands tall under a clear blue sky. Adirondack chairs are scattered around the area.

Aug 21, 2024

Three Wilson College of Textiles Faculty Members Promoted

Learn more about the awards, achievements and research from faculty members earning promotions in the 2023-2024 academic year.

Aug 7, 2024

New Faculty Adds to NC State’s Nonwovens Reputation

Raoul Farer, Ph.D., will serve as a professor at the Wilson College of Textiles and executive deputy director at The Nonwovens Institute after an industry career with a leading nonwovens manufacturer.

A low-angle photo of the college breezeway (blurred in the background) with a bright yellow flower on the right in the foreground.

Jul 30, 2024

Wilson College of Textiles Adds New Awards To Celebrate Staff, Faculty

These awards recognize employees who uphold the Wilson College’s core values and mission.

Jessica Gluck in a white lab coat in front of a lab hood.

Jul 23, 2024

Wilson College Research Projects Awarded External Funding

CMI awards competitive funding for different projects each year through seed grants.

A line of models walks down the runway, with the audience visible in the background. All models wear bright shiny fabrics with floral details.

Jun 28, 2024

NC State Seniors Design What’s Next in Fashion, Fiber Art, Home Textiles

Graduating seniors from the Wilson College of Textiles' fashion and textile design program launch their capstone collections.

Sheryl Ray Lavy (left) and Kamryn Henderson (right) pose for a picture in white lab coats and a sign that says "VS & CO Victoria's Secret & Co."

Jun 24, 2024

STEM in Style: Meet the Alumni Working in the Lab at Victoria’s Secret

Two Wilson College of Textiles alumni share their journey from college to careers in the research and development lab at Victoria’s Secret.