Textile Pioneer Scholarship Program

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

May 17, 2022

Meet Textile Pioneer Scholar Alex Hutchens ’24

Alex Hutchens ’24 is a member of the inaugural cohort of Textiles Pioneer Scholars. Thanks to scholarship support, she’s forging her own path at NC State and at the Wilson College of Textiles. 

Nov 30, 2021

Passion for Helping Under-Resourced Students, Background in Research Guides Recruitment Coordinator

Merica Ivey has dedicated her research and her career to helping students like her succeed in higher education. 

Sep 14, 2021

Wilson College Donors Step Up Big During COVID Crisis

The North Carolina Textile Foundation set its fundraising records despite the impact of the pandemic. 

Sep 9, 2021

Glen Raven Donates $250K to NC State Wilson College of Textiles’ Pioneer Scholarship Program

More North Carolina students will receive support for an education in textiles thanks to a generous donation from Glen Raven, Inc.