Wilson College Communications

Feb 18, 2022

A Textile Education, Circa 2022

Textile World
Dean Hinks talks with Textile World about the history and challenges associated with a modern textile education. 

Feb 17, 2022

The 4 best duvet covers to keep you cozy or cool in 2022

Insider
Professor Karen Leonas lends her expert knowledge to Insider as they name the 4 best duvet covers to keep you cozy or cool in 2022. 

Feb 17, 2022

NC Textile Foundation Appoints Brendan Sullivan as the Next Board President

Textile and apparel industry leader Brendan Sullivan, who served as a chief executive within the VF Corporation before retiring last year, was named president of the North Carolina Textile Foundation's board of directors. 

Feb 16, 2022

Jeff Joines Earns Prestigious Award for His Support of International Simulation Conference

The motto of simulation experts everywhere is: “Anywhere there’s a process, we can improve it.” 

Feb 15, 2022

Material World: A Greener and Smarter Future for Textile Production

Direct Industry E-Magazine
TECS Department Head Jeff Joines discusses the need for new technologies in the textile industry to take on the challenge of reducing cost, improving efficiency and minimizing environmental impact. 

Feb 14, 2022

NCSU student’s fashion designs draw celeb interest

WRAL
Wilson College of Textiles student Meredith Howell is attracting the attention of famous musicians and world-class athletes with her original designs. 

Feb 14, 2022

NCSU student’s fashion designs draw celeb interest

WRAL News
Wilson College of Textiles student Meredith Howell gains high-profile attention from celebrities for clothing company, Maison de Laflare. 

Feb 11, 2022

Ciara Oden ’16: STEP and Senior Design Are Still This Young Alumna’s Favorite College Experiences

Ciara Oden '16 discovered her love for textiles and NC State after participating in the Wilson College's Summer Textile Exploration Program. 

Feb 9, 2022

Wilson College Expert Explains Evolving Face Covering Guidance

In a new seminar, Assistant Professor Bryan Ormond addresses pervasive face covering misconceptions and explains the difference in regulation, testing ,and efficacy of different types of face coverings. 

Feb 7, 2022

Professor Explains Science Behind Color Creation

Professor Renzo Shamey shares the science behind Pantone's color of the year and explains color creation on NC State's Audio Abstract Podcast.