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Fashion and Textile Design

student works on Shima Seiki machine in knitting lab

May 5, 2022

ZTE Student Employees Gain Meaningful Experience and Industry Knowledge

Zeis Textiles Extension student employees gain meaningful experience working on industry projects and bring renewed energy to their work. 

Student in front of fountain in Italy

Apr 29, 2022

Continuing a World-Class Textiles Education Across the World

Wilson College students share their favorite classes and cultural experiences from studying abroad in Italy. 

A student ambassador gives a tour of the Wilson College of Textiles

Apr 1, 2022

Student Ambassadors Encourage Prospective Students to Enroll at Wilson College

Meet this year’s Wilson College of Textiles student ambassadors and learn why they love promoting the college to prospective students. 

Jenna DeCandio standing at knitting machine in lab

Mar 11, 2022

Jenna DeCandio Returns to Knitting Lab With a Passion to Help

Textile Design alumna Jenna DeCandio came back to the Wilson College of Textiles as knitting lab manager and brings expertise from her time in industry with her. 

African American Textile Society members

Feb 22, 2022

African American Textile Society Builds Lasting Community for Students of Color

The African American Textile Society brings together students of diverse backgrounds into a welcoming and supportive community at the Wilson College of Textiles. 

Hemline for Hearts Display

Feb 21, 2022

Hemline for Hearts Completes Sixth Year of Inspiring Wilson College Students

Wilson College students got to work designing dresses and planning marketing campaigns for the sixth annual Hemline for Hearts competition in honor of Go Red for Women®. 

Sustainability graphic

Feb 2, 2022

Karen Leonas’ Research Projects Provide a Wide Variety of Real World Experiences for Students

One of her pet projects, the Wastewater Toolbox 101, provides valuable help to plant managers all around the globe. 

Dylan Batch

Jan 19, 2022

See What Students Created in Fall 2021

The Fall 2021 Student Portfolio showcases work from undergraduate and graduate students. 

Anne Porterfield

Jan 10, 2022

Problem-Solving for Prototyping 

Associate Professor Anne Porterfield first discovered her passion for 3-D design in the theater world. Now, she's an expert in 3-D apparel design software. 

Kori Hyer

Nov 15, 2021

Wilson College Alumna Designs Suit to Help Search and Rescue Teams Save Lives

Kori Hyer is receiving international recognition for an avalanche rescue suit she created as a student.