Wilson College Communications

Oct 26, 2021

Undergraduates, Ph.D. Students Advance E-Textile Research

Wilson College of Textiles students are discovering how e-textiles can improve heating technology and increase the application of electrocardiograms. 

Oct 25, 2021

Exploring the Textile Economy: North Carolina Leads Nation in Textile Manufacturing

A new study commissioned by the Zeis Textiles Extension shows the impact of textile and apparel manufacturing on North Carolina's economy. 

Oct 19, 2021

Hannah Russell: Developing Industry Connections and Lifelong Friendships 

Hannah Russell, recent NC State Wilson College of Textiles graduate, connected with other students through professional organizations and also learned the craft of weaving while completing her Bachelor of Science in the textile technology program. 

Oct 18, 2021

Students Explore Sustainability in Textiles Through Research, New Course

A new course at the Wilson College of Textiles equips students with the sustainability knowledge to effect change. Two undergraduate students provided insight to make the class impactful for their classmates. 

Oct 14, 2021

Student Creativity, Research Flourish Despite Pandemic

See student work and research, from fashion design to fiber and polymer science. 

Oct 13, 2021

Wilson College Students Earn Experience, Job Offers During Summer Internships

Read about more than 30 students' summer internships, ranging across undergraduate, master's and doctorate programs. 

Oct 12, 2021

Fashion and Textile Design Student Explores Pattern Making, Germany Through Adidas Internship

Senior Emma Harris spent six months immersing herself in pattern making and working hand in hand with designers at Adidas' headquarters in Germany. 

Oct 11, 2021

Textile Engineering Student Helping to Develop Tesla Seat Covers

Morgan Mase says her knowledge of textiles gave her a leg up when she applied to be a soft trim seat development intern at Tesla. 

Oct 7, 2021

Wilson College Alumna Donates Hundreds of Masks to Farmworkers

Alumna Lisbeth Arias has donated more than 550 masks to North Carolina farmworkers through her business, Descalza. 

Oct 6, 2021

Jeff Sackaroff Receives College Award after Designing Virtual Employer in Residence Program

After designing a virtual employer in residence program for the Wilson College of Textiles, Jeff Sackaroff, director of career services, recently received the college’s most prestigious honor bestowed upon non-faculty employees — the Awards for Excellence.