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Oct 25, 2024

Meet the Six New Members of the Dean’s Young Alumni Leadership Council (DYALC)

These recent graduates will continue to build on their lifelong connection to the Wilson College of Textiles through their engagement, leadership and philanthropy in their new role on the Dean’s Young Alumni Leadership Council. 

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Oct 23, 2024

Meet One of the Newest Members of Our Wilson College Family: Jonathan Hernández

Meet one of our newest Wilson College of Textiles staff members, Assistant Director of Philanthropy Jonathan Hernández 

Class of 2028 Textile Pioneer Scholars

Aug 28, 2024

Introducing the 2028 Class of Textile Pioneer Scholars

With support from generous donors, four exceptional students — who all hail from non-metropolitan areas of North Carolina — have been named recipients of the Textile Pioneer Scholarship. 

The group of 2028 Centennial Scholarship recipients

Aug 28, 2024

Introducing the 2028 Class of Centennial Scholars

As the Centennial Scholarship Program celebrates its 25th anniversary this fall, the program welcomes 10 new scholars — thanks to the generosity of donors — to the Wilson College of Textiles, who will graduate in 2028. 

Jeana Grace Bowker

Jun 25, 2024

Jeana Grace Bowker ’24 is Fashioning the Future: Her Journey as an Inaugural Textile Pioneer Scholar

What started as a fun hobby has evolved into Jeana Grace Bowker designing full-fledged fashion collections, thanks to the textiles knowledge she gleaned and her life-changing scholarship. This spring, she became one of the first four Textile Pioneer Scholars to graduate from the Wilson College of Textiles. 

Alex Hutchens standing, wearing a graduation cap and gown

Jun 25, 2024

Alex Hutchens ’24 is Creating a Future Brimming With Success: Her Journey as an Inaugural Textile Pioneer Scholar

Her expertise in brand management, combined with the vital connections she made through networking, landed Alex Hutchens multiple coveted internships during her time at the Wilson College of Textiles. This spring, she became one of the first four Textile Pioneer Scholars to graduate from the Wilson College of Textiles. 

Emma Meyer-Medina standing, wearing a graduation cap and gown

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. 

Leah Reid standing, wearing a graduation cap and gown

Jun 25, 2024

Leah Reid ’24 is Leading with Purpose and Vision: Her Journey as an Inaugural Textile Pioneer Scholar

As a natural-born leader, Leah Reid hit the ground running after enrolling at NC State — never turning down opportunities to join new organizations or connect with inspiring mentors. This spring, she became one of the first four Textile Pioneer Scholars to graduate from the Wilson College of Textiles. 

From left to right: Michael McDonald, Caitlyn Holt and Allen Little on a showroom floor.

May 21, 2024

Throughout Textiles Industry, Influence of NC State Alumni Is Profound

Top industry leaders and decision-makers have strong ties with the Wilson College of Textiles, forging relationships, networking and collaboration. 

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Apr 8, 2024

The Wilson College of Textiles Shatters Records on Day of Giving While Honoring 125 Years of Textiles Education

On March 20, the Wilson College of Textiles community raised more than $3 million to benefit exceptional students, staff, faculty, programs and research.