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Meet the Class of 2029 Textile Pioneer Scholars

B.S. Fashion and Textile Management

Sutton Hodges smiles while wearing a red dress standing outdoors on a grassy area, making the "Wolfpack" hand sign. She wears gold jewelry and her long blonde hair is down. Trees and a brick building are in the background.

Nov 21, 2025

From Student-Athlete to Ph.D. Student: Sutton Hodges Pursues Her Third NC State Degree

Sutton Hodges balanced a rigorous cheerleading schedule with the demands of her undergraduate and master's degrees. Now, she has decided to stay at NC State and pursue a Ph.D. in textile technology management.

Smiling image of Meredith Gaskill

Nov 18, 2025

Meredith Gaskill ’24, Corporate Communications Coordinator at Kontoor Brands, is a New DYALC Member

Alumna Meredith Gaskill, a dual Park Scholar and Centennial Scholar, shares how the Wilson College shaped her career in textiles and why it remains an important part of her life.
Smiling image of Lily McGrath

Nov 18, 2025

Lily McGrath ’24, a Sample Coordinator at Tuckernuck, is a New DYALC Member

Now a sample coordinator at Tuckernuck in Washington, D.C., Lily McGrath ’24 reflects on her time at the Wilson College of Textiles and her excitement to join the college’s Dean’s Young Alumni Leadership Council.
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Nov 17, 2025

Spring 2025 Student Portfolio Launches

Explore what students from each of the Wilson College of Textiles' studio-based undergraduate programs created last semester.
Rowan Mladsi poses in a red top in front of a large, historic building crowded with tourists.

Nov 13, 2025

Rowan Mladsi Explores and Thrives in Prague

Read Rowan Mladsi’s thoughts on her semester abroad, from her favorite activities to her greatest takeaways.
Rachel Kelly, Celia Fennell and Rosa Stancil pose and smile together in front of a blue step-and-repeat backdrop with "Fashion Scholarship Fund" and "FSF Live Gala 2025" printed on it.

Nov 12, 2025

Wilson College Students Attend FSF Live 2025

Wilson College of Textiles students Celia Fennell and Rachel Kelly detail their experiences with the FSF Case Study Program and 2025 FSF Live conference in NYC.
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Nov 4, 2025

Wilson College of Textiles Students Reflect on Valuable Summer Internships

Despite varying locations and employers, many things remained consistent this summer for Wilson College students: meaningful connections, expanded perspectives and important industry experience.
Adaline Griffin poses with five models wearing pieces from her collection.

Oct 22, 2025

Wilson College of Textiles Students Take a Bite out of the Big Apple

These creative students kicked off September by traveling to the land of style for the opportunity to participate in and observe New York Fashion Week.

Ed Stack claps for Kevin Howell at the ceremony announcing him as NC State's 15th chancellor.

Oct 21, 2025

From Student Body Presidents to University Leaders

Ed Stack, chair of NC State’s Board of Trustees, and Kevin Howell, NC State’s 15th chancellor, have a lot in common — including the fact that they’ve both served as student body president. 
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Sep 29, 2025

Meet the Class of 2029 Textile Pioneer Scholars

Five exceptional students from non-metropolitan North Carolina are embarking on their journeys as Textile Pioneer Scholars at the Wilson College of Textiles thanks to the support of generous donors.