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Textiles Alumna Built Community, Real-World Skills in 3+X Program

Ph.D. Fiber and Polymer Science

Teju Lankipally high-fives a faculty member at a graduation ceremony. Other graduates and faculty, also in academic regalia, are seen in the background, clapping and celebrating.

Dec 19, 2024

Fall 2024 Commencement in Photos

Take a look back at the Wilson College of Textiles 2024 commencement ceremony with these photos. 
A group of ten interns of diverse backgrounds pose together, smiling in front of a "National Intern Day 2024" banner. They are in a modern, well-lit space, wearing casual and sports-themed attire.

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 
Akanksha Pragya working on a machine.

Dec 11, 2024

Wilson College of Textiles Doctoral Student Uses Research to Improve Performance in Flexible Electronics

Fiber and polymer science Ph.D candidate Akansksha Pragya is winning awards for her research, and applying the concept to new, sustainable products through an internship at Procter & Gamble. 
Melissa Armistead adjusts a mask on a mannequin head. Several colorful mannequin heads are lined up on a workbench, each with an open mouth, which is part of a research or testing setup. A door and equipment are visible in the background.

Nov 6, 2024

Wilson College Doctoral Student Recognized With $10,000 Scholarship for Cutting-Edge Research

The American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) recently celebrated the research of Melissa Armistead, a fiber and polymer science Ph.D. student, for work that could prove pivotal for firefighters on the front lines. 
Raoul Farer in The Nonwovens Institute.

Aug 7, 2024

New Faculty Adds to NC State’s Nonwovens Reputation

Raoul Farer, Ph.D., will serve as a professor at the Wilson College of Textiles and executive deputy director at The Nonwovens Institute after an industry career with a leading nonwovens manufacturer.  
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. 
Dr. Lonny Carter and Dr. Bryan Ormond

Mar 27, 2024

Two Outstanding Graduates Recognized with 2024 Distinguished Young Alumni Awards

Since graduating from the Wilson College of Textiles, Lonny Carter and Bryan Ormond have gone above and beyond to distinguish themselves through their professional achievements, groundbreaking research and alignment with the college’s core values. 
Bryan Ormond

Mar 27, 2024

Bryan Ormond ’07, ’12 Wins a 2024 Distinguished Young Alumni Award

In honor of his professional achievements, life-changing research and alignment with the college's core values, Bryan Ormond was named a recipient of the Wilson College of Textiles 2024 Distinguished Young Alumni Award. 
Headshot of Büşra Özdemir.

Mar 25, 2024

Ph.D. Student Büşra Özdemir Researches Respirators with The Nonwovens Institute 

Büşra Özdemir is a Ph.D. student in the fiber and polymer science program at the Wilson College of Textiles currently researching the behavior of nonwovens and the structure of respirators at The Nonwovens Institute. 
Yi Ding speaking to a group.

Feb 29, 2024

Textiles Alumna Built Community, Real-World Skills in 3+X Program

Wilson College of Textiles alumna Yi Ding is now an associate professor at Donghua University in Shanghai. Read how she got her start in the 3+X program.