Stronger for tomorrow: Donors support Wilson College of Textiles on Day of Giving
Written by Tony Hoppa. After a year in which time seemingly stood still, 24 hours went by in the blink of an eye March...
Giving Back
Textiles Loaner Program Keeps Students on Track
Thanks to donor support and the NC Textile Foundation, the Department of Textile and Apparel, Technology and Management at Wilson College of Textiles has continued preparing its students to become industry-ready professionals even while they learn remotely.
Female Mentors, Textiles Education Inspire Jennifer Denton Stanigar to Establish Pioneer Program Endowment
Cover Caption: Stanigar at La Moda in 1995 with supervisors Sharon Hardy (left) and Sonia Knight (right). When Dr. Jennifer Denton Stanigar accepted a...
Hemline for Hearts: Happy Fifth Anniversary!
By Debbie Willmschen Imagine being tasked with crafting a dress entirely of red paper hearts. Now, consider the heart-pounding exhilaration of completing this design within...
Meet Young Alumna Jennifer Woodson ’10
Degrees B.S. apparel design, Florida State University ’07 B.S. merchandising, Florida State University ’07 M.S. textiles, North Carolina State University ’10 Job Title Founder/Owner, Textile...
Leaving a Legacy
By Taylor Pardue Dr. Dame S. Hamby made a lasting mark on NC State through his time and talent. Hamby served as dean of the...
Prashant Prabhu Receives Distinguished Alumni Award
After completing his undergraduate studies in India, Prashant Prabhu came to NC State in 1975 not knowing what to expect from an American graduate school. His subsequent achievements as a student and then business leader took him all over the world. Now “retired” in Greenville, S.C. he relishes his continuing opportunities to give back as an educator, mentor and philanthropist.
Wilson College of Textiles Grows Stronger on Day of Giving
Stronger as a Pack, the Wilson College of Textiles raised over $2.5 million during NC State's 2020 Day of Giving to support our students.
Small Town Values Inspire “Textile Twins” Charles and Thomas Poston to Create Endowment
Little did the Poston boys realize at the time, but their people-oriented, small-town involvement with church, school and community built their confidence and set them on the path to successful careers in the textile industry, ultimately preparing them for their latest role, as philanthropists.
Armfield Foundation’s investment in Pioneer Scholars Program called “remarkable, synergistic”
At the end of the day, Ragsdale’s recommendation proved to be spot on. "Being able to marry textiles and education in one grant," says Oakley, "was for us a remarkable, synergistic opportunity."