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Maggie Kimmet stands to the right of an outdoor Kohl's sign.

Sep 16, 2024

Maggie Kimmett ’23, Textile Design in the World of Corporate Homeware 

A comforting connection to her childhood home fueled an interest in homeware. Now this textile design graduate is designing soft decor products for Kohl’s.  
Model walks onto the runway wearing a blue corset and matching pants from the "When it Rains" collection.

Apr 23, 2024

Fashion Exposé Celebrates 26 Years of Community and Creativity

The annual fashion exposé hosted by the African American Textile Society creates an inclusive environment for student designers to celebrate their creativity, showcase their talents and compete for prizes. 
PCC students in the dyeing and finishing lab hold screen printed tote bags and t-shirts.

Mar 11, 2024

Chemistry and Community: Undergraduate Students Gain Experience with the American Society of Textile Chemists and Colorists 

The American Society of Textile Chemists and Colorists allows students at the Wilson College of Textiles to develop a network of like-minded peers and increase their confidence in pursuing STEM careers. 
Sasha Ormond sits behind a desk wearing a red sweater with one of her hands up in the NC State "wolfs up" sign.

Feb 15, 2024

Textiles to Teaching: Wilson College Alumna Heads Chemistry Department

Wilson College of Textiles alumna Sasha Ormond heads Meredith College’s chemistry, physics and geoscience department and brings textiles to a whole new generation of students. 
Daryn Wilkerson stands in front of a breezeway at the Wilson College of Textiles and smiles at the camera. She wears a red tshirt and a black sweatshirt with red letters spelling out "NC State" on it.

May 1, 2023

Daryn Wilkerson ’23 Launches Her Bridal Design Career at the Wilson College of Textiles

The fashion design graduate developed her skills, and found valuable mentorship, over the course of her time at NC State University. 
Meredith Howell

May 1, 2023

Fashion Designer and Entrepreneur Meredith Howell ’23 Adds NC State Alumna to Her Resume

She says the Wilson College of Textiles helped her grow as a businesswoman and artist. 
Isabelle Salzmann stands in the courtyard of the Wilson College of Textiles. She wears a red windbreaker that reads "Wolfpack."

May 1, 2023

Passion for Sustainability Shaped Isabelle Salzmann’s Time at NC State

Salzmann's drive to impact the environment has taken her from choosing to major in textile engineering, to conducting undergraduate research, to an upcoming job at Nike. 
A model on a runway poses center-frame in a fully crocheted green and white striped dress.

Apr 28, 2023

African American Textile Society Celebrates a Legacy of Student Creativity with 25th Annual Fashion Exposé

Students from the Wilson College and nearby universities showcase their talent in the longest running runway show at NC State. 
A group of students and two faculty members stand for a group photo with their "wolves up."

Apr 27, 2023

Wilson College of Textiles Students Attend Annual Biomaterials Day

NC State’s student chapter of the Society for Biomaterials hosted their annual Biomaterials Day event last month, featuring speakers from Wilson College. 
Sydney Lucas holds two clear glasses with samples of hair, dyed pink. Lucas wears a white lab coat, purple gloves, and safety glasses. Behind her is a cabinet with various bottles of chemicals and solutions.

Mar 21, 2023

Wilson College of Textiles Students Learn Science and Industry of Cosmetics in Cosmetic Chemistry Club

The Cosmetic Chemistry Club has something for every student in the Wilson College of Textiles — from learning the formulation of makeup to getting real world experience in the industry.