Wilson College Communications

Dec 14, 2015

Dr. Xiangwu Zhang Named a Winner of the BASF Energy Contest

Dr. Xiangwu Zhang, professor and inaugural University Faculty Scholar in the department of Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science at NC State’s Wilson College of Textiles, recently was named a winner of the BASF Energy Contest. His research group was one of four to receive €100,000 for innovative battery concepts. The award was announced in late November at… 

Dec 14, 2015

New Issue of the Journal of Textile and Apparel, Technology and Management (JTATM) is Available

The newest issue of the Journal of Textile and Apparel, Technology and Management (JTATM) is available.  Volume 9, Issue 3, contains seven refereed and four scholarly articles. As it has been in the past, this issue also reports on diverse research topics dealing with acoustic textiles, spacer fabrics, firefighter gear, sewing variables, fashion retail concept, enzyme… 

Nov 24, 2015

Exhibit Reveals the Innovative Nature of Cotton in Textile Performance and Design

Cotton’s ubiquity in North Carolina may lead one to believe they know all there is to know about the native plant. But a new exhibit at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences seeks to introduce attendees to cotton’s versatility and the many ways it facilitates high-tech textile performance and innovative design. Opening Dec. 5… 

Nov 20, 2015

Chancellor Announces Dr. Ahmed El-Shafei as a University Faculty Scholar

Dr. Ahmed El-Shafei, associate professor in the Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science (TECS) department at the Wilson College of Textiles has been named a 2015-16 University Faculty Scholar by Chancellor Randy Woodson. The recognition and reward program is part of the university’s strategic initiative to invest in and retain top faculty. “Dr. El-Shafei is most… 

Nov 19, 2015

Dr. Melissa Pasquinelli appointed as Associate Director of the Analytical Instrumentation Facility

The Analytical Instrumentation Facility (AIF), NC State’s primary shared research facility for materials characterization, has appointed Dr. Melissa Pasquinelli, associate professor in the Wilson College of Textiles Department of Textile Engineering, Chemistry, and Science (TECS), as Associate Director of AIF, effective immediately. Pasquinelli’s research involves the use of computational tools for investigating nanoscale science and engineering. While AIF has… 

Nov 18, 2015

TATM Students Receive Awards for Couture for a Cause 2015

Congratulations to two students in the Textile Apparel, Technology and Management Department who were recognized for their talent and philanthropy at the 2015 Couture for a Cause held Nov. 7 at the Raleigh Convention Center. The event paired 20 designers with local charities through the nonprofit organization Activate Good, which connects thousands of volunteers to lend… 

Nov 16, 2015

College of Textiles Senior Honored for Commitment to Community Service

NC State Wilson College of Textiles senior Brian Iezzi was awarded the Community Impact Award for outstandingleadership and service by North Carolina Campus Compact, a statewide network of colleges anduniversities with a shared commitment to community engagement. The organization honors one studentleader at each member school. A senior in Textile Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering… 

Nov 2, 2015

Burlington Foundation’s Gift a “Game Changer” for Internship Program

There may be no better preparation for post-commencement employment than the kind of real-world experience delivered on the job through undergraduate internships. A gift made to the NC State Wilson College of Textiles ensures that those valuable opportunities are expanded and enhanced in coming years so that the textiles industry’s next generation of leaders are ready… 

Oct 26, 2015

Student Designs Take on Escher’s Themes and Imagery at NCMA

The works of artist M.C. Escher, known for his explorations of infinity, perspective and architecture, served as inspiration for 16 NC State Wilson College of Textiles students. These individuals’ creative two- and three-dimensional pieces were featured as part of College Night held Oct. 23 at the North Carolina Museum of Art and shown in conjunction with The Worlds of… 

Oct 21, 2015

Professor Rolf Kuehni Receives ISCC’s Nickerson Award

Professor Rolf Kuehni of NC State’s Wilson College of Textiles, received the Nickerson Service Award from the Inter-Society Color Council (ISCC) Oct. 21 at the university. An adjunct professor in the College’s department of Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science, Kuehni is a world renowned color scientist. The Nickerson Service Award recognizes outstanding, long-term contributions towards the…