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LOOM3D: Wilson College of Textiles Ph.D. Student Founds Sustainable Startup

Ph.D. Textile Technology Management

Close-up of hands of young Black man sewing small pocket or patch on jeans while upcycling old clothes by workplace in fashion design studio

Feb 26, 2026

From Waste to Wardrobe: How Fashion Brands Are Embracing Upcycling

Read about upcycling, its creative application and how it’s being used on a wider scale to promote sustainability, based on research by recent Wilson College graduate Hyesim Seo.
Sutton Hodges smiles while wearing a red dress standing outdoors on a grassy area, making the "Wolfpack" hand sign. She wears gold jewelry and her long blonde hair is down. Trees and a brick building are in the background.

Nov 21, 2025

From Student-Athlete to Ph.D. Student: Sutton Hodges Pursues Her Third NC State Degree

Sutton Hodges balanced a rigorous cheerleading schedule with the demands of her undergraduate and master's degrees. Now, she has decided to stay at NC State and pursue a Ph.D. in textile technology management.

Nimet Degirmencioglu stands smiling under the Founders Bell Pavilion, surrounded by greenery and yellow flowers.

Aug 1, 2025

Wilson College Alumna Launches Her Academic Career as Appalachian State University Faculty

The community she built at NC State lasts the distance to the mountains.
Lisa Chapman stands on a raised breezeway on the Wilson College of Textiles campus. A courtyard is visible behind her.

Apr 7, 2025

Wilson College Appoints ‘Collaborative’ Leader to Helm Doctoral Programs

Lisa Chapman, the director of graduate programs, takes over as the college’s director of doctoral programs.
Illustration of a person with curly hair and glasses, wearing a white coat. Background includes icons of a book, light bulb, atom, and flask. Text reads "Women in Innovation, NC State University Office of Research Commercialization.

Mar 17, 2025

Meet Four Wolfpack Women Who’ve Launched Research-based Startups

The Office of Research Commercialization asked four women who’ve launched and led startup companies based on NC State research (including two from the Wilson College of Textiles) for their advice and insights.
Photo of Zahra Saki in front of a white backdrop.

Feb 19, 2025

Industry Professional Brings Experience to the Classroom

Zahra Saki returns to the Wilson College as an assistant professor.
A group of ten people stand together, smiling and making the Wolves Up hand gesture. They are dressed in business casual attire. A sponsor's logo is partially visible in the background.

Feb 17, 2025

Small College Makes Big Impact at NC State’s 3MT Competition

The 2024 “People’s Choice” winner, and one other finalist, are Wilson College of Textiles graduate students. 
Hanna Lee in front of a white backdrop

Feb 10, 2025

Wilson College of Textiles Alumna Returns as Faculty Member

Hanna Lee is furthering her research on the trends shaping the future of fashion in her new role as assistant professor.
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.
Fry works with the weaving machine, which consists of multiple wooden frames guiding the fibers.

Sep 23, 2024

LOOM3D: Wilson College of Textiles Ph.D. Student Founds Sustainable Startup

Meet Jeanine Fry, a textile technology management Ph.D. student who went from costume designer and suit tailor to textile researcher and business owner.