Wilson College of Textiles

May 6, 2019

PhD Student Raises Mental Health Awareness

As a Mental Health Ambassador at NC State, graduate student Cody Zane has found his passion in helping fellow students find support when they need it. 

May 2, 2019

The Direction of Their Dreams

Read about some of our Wilson College of Textiles graduates -- why they chose to study textiles at NC State, what they loved most about their time here and where they’re going next. 

May 1, 2019

Morgan Gunter Builds Confidence Through Study Abroad in Australia

After spending a semester at the University of Adelaide in Australia, textile engineering student Morgan Gunter shares her study abroad experience and advice. 

May 1, 2019

Textile Archive Design Application: Bridging History and the Future of Textile Design

Exploratory Grants let you match your creativity with our resources to create groundbreaking new technologies. Learn how Professor Traci Lamar and a multidisciplinary team of DELTA staff members combined forces to bring a colorful collection of textile patterns back into NC State classrooms. 

Apr 15, 2019

Jasper Receives Outstanding Engagement Service Award

Dr. Warren Jasper has received the NC State University Outstanding Extension Service Award (OESA) for the 2018-2019 academic year. The OESA acknowledges exceptional extension engagement and economic development activities and honors faculty and staff for these efforts. 

Apr 10, 2019

Increasing Efficiency and Incorporating Enthusiasm – Meet Mengmeng Zhu

The Wilson College of Textiles is proud to introduce one of its newest assistant professors: Dr. Mengmeng Zhu. Last November, the assistant professor entered the Department of Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science and since then has been making strides towards research and sharing her findings among students, faculty and the community. Zhu has been a recipient of several select scholarships and awards during her pursuit of further knowledge and continues to make an impact in academia today. 

Apr 10, 2019

TAGS 2019 Research Image Contest Winners Revealed

Nine winners. Nine images. Nine displays. This is the beginning of what may be a new annual competition for the Wilson College of Textiles. To demonstrate the research of our students, the Textile Association of Graduate Students (TAGS) has developed an image contest that will display submitted discoveries to hundreds of individuals.  

Apr 1, 2019

Dr. Jesse Jur Named 2018-2019 University Faculty Scholar

Jesse Jur, associate professor in the department of Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science (TECS) at NC State’s Wilson College of Textiles, has been named a 2018-19 University Faculty Scholar by Chancellor Randy Woodson for his dedication to serving the university community through scholarship, research and engagement. 

Mar 25, 2019

New Faculty Member Exploring How Polymer Science Can Improve Your Well-Being

Meet Dr. Januka Budhathoi-Uprety, one of the college's newest faculty members who is researching how to further implement the utilization of textiles into the healthcare industry. Find out about her experience and what she plans to do at the Wilson College of Textiles. 

Mar 21, 2019

PCC Alumnus Shane O’Toole ‘15 Boosts Athlete Performance at Under Armour

As a student athlete during his time at NC State -- first as a preferred walk-on for the football team, then as bullpen catcher for the baseball team -- Wilson College of Textiles alumnus Shane O’Toole (PCC ‘15) learned firsthand that what an athlete wears can affect their performance. He puts that into practice every day in his current position as a material development manager for the team sports division at Under Armour.