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Researching Sustainable Dyes for College Credit at NC State

b.s. polymer and color chemistry

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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.
Humairaa Zafiruddin wears a red NC State jersey and a red and white hijab. She stands on a New York City sidewalk, holding up her hand in a wolf sign. She wears sunglasses on her head and several bracelets. The background shows cars and pedestrians.

Oct 9, 2025

This Wilson College Student Got the Ultimate Backstage Experience

Thanks to the U of NYFW program, Humairaa Zafiruddin had the opportunity to attend New York Fashion Week, showcase her own designs and develop her personal brand. 
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Sep 29, 2025

Meet the Class of 2029 Centennial Scholars

As the Centennial Scholarship Program celebrates reaching 40 fully endowed scholarships thanks to continued donor support, the program welcomes 10 new scholars to the Wilson College of Textiles, who will graduate in 2029.
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May 12, 2025

What’s Next For the Wilson College of Textiles Class of 2025?

The newest graduates are headed everywhere from Boston to Portland. 
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May 9, 2025

Sydney Lucas ’25: All About Cosmetic Chemistry

Unique courses, research opportunities and student organizations laid the groundwork for her dream career and lasting friendships.
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Dec 12, 2024

Wilson College of Textiles Students Gain Valuable Career Experience Through Summer Internships

From Adidas to TJX, Wilson College of Textiles students accepted internship opportunities across the country to expand their industry knowledge and skills
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Oct 29, 2024

Wilson College of Textiles Professor is NC State’s Innovator of the Year

Professor Ahmed El-Shafei’s patented dyeing technology takes a meaningful step towards a greener textile industry.
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Sep 29, 2024

Jake Papazekos ’23: Molding the Textiles Industry at Simplifyber

Jake Papazekos, a recent graduate of the polymer and color chemistry program, shares his journey from Wilson College of Textiles student to material researcher at Raleigh-based nonwovens startup Simplifyber.

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Jun 25, 2024

Emma Myer-Medina ’24 is Driven by Curiosity and Discovery: Her Path as an Inaugural Textile Pioneer Scholar

As a first-generation college graduate, Emma Myer-Medina proudly credits her Glen Raven Textile Pioneer Scholarship for giving her the confidence to follow her passions. This spring, she became one of the first four Textile Pioneer Scholars to graduate from the Wilson College of Textiles.
A graphic design shows an image of Madigan Petri in a lab coat and safety glasses on the right and the text "Research: Greener Dyes" on the left.

Jun 17, 2024

Researching Sustainable Dyes for College Credit at NC State

The independent research course for polymer and color chemistry students provides a unique opportunity for them to tailor coursework to their interests.