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Feb 6, 2023

Two Outstanding Graduates Recognized with 2023 Distinguished Young Alumni Awards

In recognition of their exceptional professional and personal achievements, graduates Devon Person ’10 and Monica Warsaw ’12 have been named the recipients of the college’s 2023 Distinguished Young Alumni Awards. 

Feb 6, 2023

Monica Warsaw ’12 Named a Distinguished Young Alumni Award Recipient

To honor her outstanding leadership, service to the industry and engagement with the college, Monica Warsaw — a 2012 fashion and textile management graduate — was recognized with a 2023 Distinguished Young Alumni Award. 

Feb 6, 2023

Devon Person ’10 Named a Distinguished Young Alumni Award Recipient

In recognition of his career achievements, service to the textile industry and community involvement, Devon Person — a 2010 textile engineering graduate — was honored with a 2023 Distinguished Young Alumni Award. 

Dec 22, 2022

Two Wilson College Alumni Participate in Textile Circularity Discussion Hosted at UN Headquarters

In honor of the third annual World Circular Textiles Day, Caitlyn Holt ’12, ’13 and Chad Bolick ’94 were invited to participate in a roundtable discussion with aims to create a waste-free textiles future. 

Dec 21, 2022

NC State University Foundation Honors Fred and Barbara Wilson with Menscer Cup Award

On Dec. 8, Wilson College of Textiles alumnus Fred Wilson '61 and his wife, Barbara Wilson, were recognized with the NC State University Foundation's 2022 Menscer Cup Award in honor of their extraordinary generosity and dedication. 

Dec 5, 2022

Celebrating Five Years of Spirited Impact: the Dean’s Young Alumni Leadership Council

Since its inception in 2017, the Dean’s Young Alumni Leadership Council has created a more engaged and connected young alumni community within the Wilson College of Textiles through its critical initiatives. 

Dec 1, 2022

His Commitment to His Alma Mater Earns Brian McMurray NC State’s Distinguished Alumni Award

Known as a titan within the textile industry and a generous supporter of the Wilson College of Textiles, Brian McMurray ’86 was recognized on Nov. 3 as the college’s recipient of an NC State 2022 Distinguished Alumni Award. 

Nov 21, 2022

Creating a Legacy of Love, Generosity and Significance

Married for more than 60 years, Steve and Frosene Zeis have shared a lifetime of love. One of their greatest joys has been providing generous support for students, faculty and programs at Steve’s alma mater: the Wilson College of Textiles. 

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. 

Jun 24, 2022

Joelle Bond ’13: Inspired to Design Pieces That Will Always Stand Out in Your Wardrobe

Since graduating, Joelle Bond has had a successful fashion design career that has spanned a variety of top brands, including Tracy Reese, Spanx and Athleta — where she now works as an associate designer.