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Transformative Gift to NC State Names the Wilson College of Textiles
A $28 million gift from Fred Wilson and family names the College of Textiles.
NC State Library: Where Hair Product Researchers Go to Dye
NC State researchers use dye library to find new and safer hair-coloring products.
Summer Programs Spark Lasting Interest
Many high schoolers who attend summer programs at NC State find the experience so engrossing that they decide to join the Wolfpack after graduation.
Textiles Grad Weaves Diverse Interests Into Bright Future
College of Textiles graduate Elizabeth Galanti did it all at NC State, and found that following her diverse passions contributed to her success.
Designing the Next Generation of Hair Dyes
A new NC State database reveals promising approaches to making safer, more sustainable hair color.
VF Corporation and NC State Announce Strategic, Multiyear Partnership
The partnership will create new opportunities for students and boost research on textiles and apparel.
Pack Plaid: NC State’s Official Tartan
Check out the newly released Pack Plaid, an officially registered tartan pattern developed by College of Textiles graduate student and Raleigh native Kathleen Kelly.
Students Start Business to Tackle Textile Waste
NC State students and Park Scholars Emily Neville and Carly Kvietok launched Reborn Clothing Co. to revive clothes you no longer wear into new, useful products.
A Desire to Help Others
After a meaningful student experience at NC State, Ghazale Johnston is now a leading advocate for the university, giving of both her time and resources.
DELTA Announces 2017-18 Grant Recipients
DELTA will give more than $236,000 in new and continuing DELTA grants to 25 recipients across eight academic colleges.
Looming Progress
The weaving process comes to a halt when yarn runs out on a loom. NC State textiles researchers have applied to patent an innovative solution to reduce that downtime.
Big Reveal for Nonwovens
Curious about the mysteries of the new nonwovens facility? Take a look at what's under the 65-foot ceilings during an open house on Friday.
Student Strives To Build Safe, Sustainable Apparel Industry
Rejaul Hasan, a doctoral student in the College of Textiles, hopes his focused research in sustainability and supply chain will ensure the safety, sustainability and fair labor practices for garment workers in his native Bangladesh.
Researchers Release First Chemical Map of Dyes From Historic Dye Library
The first chemical “map” of dyes from the Max A. Weaver Dye Library has been released. The information could assist researchers in developing dyes with desirable properties.
Fashion Exposé
For two decades, the annual Fashion Exposé runway show has given College of Textiles students — and the wider Triangle design community — a spotlight for their talent and tenacity.