textile design

$Eliza Sweeney and Grace Avery are standing, smiling and examining a small tuft of yean inside a barn-like structure. They are standing near a wire fence with two people and some greenery visible in the background.$

Mar 7, 2025

Two Wilson College Students Completed an Independent Study, Focusing on the Path of Wool from Fiber to Fabric

Grace Avery and Eliza Sweeney share their experiences with a hands-on, independent study where they transformed wool fibers into fabric samples.

$A group of diverse individuals poses on stage at a Make-a-Thon event. Some are wearing matching blue T-shirts. Ms. Wuf is in the center. A large screen in the background displays the Make-A-Thon event logo and name. Everyone is making the wolves up hand gesture and smiling.$

Jan 29, 2025

Celebrating 10 Years of Make-A-Thon Innovation

A number of this year's top Make-A-Thon teams included Wilson College of Textiles students. Learn more about their sustainability solutions.

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Jan 6, 2025

Fashion and Textile Design Students Explore Technique and Talent in First-Year Studio

First-year fashion and textile design students begin their time at the Wilson College of Textiles with a year-long cohort studio experience.

A model poses in a vibrant red dress with layered textures and ruffled sleeves. The dress is a design by Erika Norris. Text reads "Spring 2024 Student Portfolio" and "NC State Wilson College of Textiles" on the side.

Dec 23, 2024

See What Wilson College of Textiles Students Created in Spring 2024

This portfolio spotlights work made by undergraduate students in the Department of Textile and Apparel, Technology and Management for projects both in and out of the classroom.

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

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Nov 15, 2024

NC State Shapes What’s Next in Interiors at High Point Market

Textile design students and alumni at the Wilson College of Textiles bring a unique perspective to the event, which draws industry leaders from around the world.

Oct 25, 2024

Abby Ellis ’15, Design Manager at Richloom Fabrics Group, Joins the Dean’s Young Alumni Leadership Council

A world-class education has allowed Abby Ellis to excel in the textile industry, and she’s excited to pay it forward to her alma mater as the newest member of 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: Zoe Newman

Meet one of our newest Wilson College of Textiles staff members, Knitting Lab Manager Zoe Newman

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.