Giving Back

Kalyn Parker ’13 poses in front of Anthropologie signage at the company's headquarters in Philadelphia, PA.

Sep 30, 2022

Kalyn Parker ’13 Is Using Her Fashion Background and Business Savvy To Forecast Anthropologie’s Success

As Anthropologie’s senior merchandise planner, Kalyn Parker ’13 monitors trends and forecasts sales to maximize profitability while also ensuring that what you’re looking for is always available.

Genevieve Garland (left) and her mentor Cynthia Istook pose for a photo at Garland's commencement ceremony.

Sep 2, 2022

NC State Leader Genevieve Garland ’00, ’02, ’13 Honors a Lifelong Mentor by Paying Forward Her Invaluable Support

Cynthia Istook’s leadership in the textiles field and the incredible impact she’s had on Genevieve Garland’s life inspired her to honor her mentor by establishing the Cynthia L. Istook Textiles Graduate Endowment.

Aug 26, 2022

Remington Scott ’16, ’19: This Two-Time Textiles Graduate is Applying His Expertise to Medical Product Research Development

As a two-time graduate, Remington Scott ’16, ’19 credits the Wilson College of Textiles for giving him the fundamentals he needed to be successful throughout his career, including his current role as a research and development engineer at Honeywell.

Olivia Hartung taking notes in the Sustainable Dye Chemistry Lab

Aug 15, 2022

High School Student Sharpens Research Skills in Wilson College’s Sustainable Dye Chemistry Lab

A grant from the North Carolina Textile Foundation helped faculty member Tova Williams provide a unique opportunity in STEM education.

Jul 29, 2022

Katie Crumpton ’09: Exploring Her Love for Fashion By Promoting the Use and Sustainability of Cotton

As a member of Cotton Incorporated’s global supply chain marketing team, Katie Crumpton ’09 is proud to highlight the many ways that cotton can be used, recycled and returned to the Earth.

Jul 25, 2022

Introducing the 2026 Class of Textile Pioneer Scholars

Meet the newest pair of Textile Pioneer Scholars and learn how the scholarship is shaping their time at the Wilson College of Textiles.

Wilson College of Textiles building and breezeway from graduate commons

Jul 25, 2022

Introducing the 2026 Class of Centennial Scholars

Meet the newest class of Centennial Scholars and learn why the Centennial Scholarship program means so much to them.

Jul 21, 2022

Matthew Iezzi ’18, ’19: A World-Class Textiles Education Took This Graduate to Thailand, Hong Kong and Los Angeles

During his time on campus, Matthew Iezzi made the most of his college experience — thanks to his Kimbrell Centennial Scholarship, he expanded his textile knowledge and passion for sustainability by studying and interning abroad.

Think and Do the Extraordinary medallions

Jul 1, 2022

Wilson College of Textiles’ Remarkable Finish To An Extraordinary Campaign

Every gift that was given during the Think and Do the Extraordinary Campaign has made — and continues to make — an impact on the fabric of the Wilson College of Textiles' history.

Auggie Tantillo presenting at the Wilson College of Textiles

Jun 13, 2022

John W. Pope Executive-in-Residence Shares Experience with Next Generation of Textile Professionals

John W. Pope Executive-in-Residence Auggie Tantillo shared his textile industry observations from a career in federal policy with Wilson College of Textiles students.