The World of Textiles Awaits
It's a multibillion-dollar global industry that's integrated into everything we do — and you could drive the field's next big advancements.
Leading the Way in Textiles Education
Textiles are all around us: from the playing field to the runway, shielding first responders from danger or even shoring up a human heart. At the Wilson College of Textiles, we teach you to apply textiles thinking to the grand challenges facing our world.
By the time you leave here, you’ll know there are thousands of ways to use what you’ve learned in a career that you’ll love. And because ours is the only college on this continent solely focused on textiles, our graduates are among the most sought-out anywhere.
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You saw the designers’ final products at Fashion Week, but have you been wondering about their process?
From the AATS Fashion Exposé and Emerging Designers Runway Show to the Emerging Designers Textile Showcase, our signature Fashion Week events showcased projects that were a labor of love.
Swipe through to see before and afters of our incredible students’ work, and go to the link in the bio to read more about NC State Fashion Week!
You asked, we answered!
Rachel Kelly (FTM-BMM ’26) and Samira Libbus (TE ’27) sat down to answer your questions about student life, classes, opportunities and what it’s really like to be part of Wilson.
Head to the link in our bio to watch the full video on our YouTube channel!
ℹ️ Rachel Kelly and Samira Libbus sitting down in chairs with an envelope of student submitted questions.
What if swallowing a robot could replace some invasive medical procedures?
Researchers at the Wilson College of Textiles have developed soft magnetic “muscles” that bring origami-inspired robots to life. Guided by external magnetic fields, these robots can unfold, move and potentially deliver medicine directly where it’s needed inside the body.
Using a new 3D printing technique, the team created flexible magnetic muscles without adding bulk or restricting movement. One prototype can be swallowed in capsule form, unfold inside the stomach and deliver medicine to ulcers in a targeted, less invasive way. Another can crawl across a variety of outdoor terrains using that same technology!
From healthcare to space exploration, this research shows how textiles and robotics can come together to solve complex problems in unexpected ways.
Head to the link in our bio to learn more!
ℹ️ Compilation of clips of origami-style textile robots in motion.
Paris may be the City of Love, but we love it for its fashion scene! 🇫🇷✨
Check out what students from the FTD-FD class of ‘27 created during their time studying abroad at Parsons Paris and Paris College of Art!
Don’t forget to head to the link in our bio to share your study abroad photos with us!
Let’s get the inside scoop on Design Day from our very own Senior Design students!
Design Day is the culminating event for senior textile engineering and textile technology students, who spend the academic year working in teams on industry-sponsored projects. Students present their research, prototypes and results to the university community and industry professionals!
Head to the link in our bio to learn more!
ℹ️ Wilson students answering questions while standing in front of their Senior Design tables, which have their research posters, samples and prototypes on them.
The Carolina Hurricanes are bringing the energy on the ice and in the classroom! 🏒
This spring semester, the Canes collaborated with Wilson to challenge our brand management and marketing students with a real-world marketing project. Students collaborated, strategized and pitched campaign ideas for one of the NHL’s most recognizable brands!
Head to the link in our bio to learn more, and help us cheer on the Canes as they compete for the Stanley Cup! 🏆
Kat Charrier ’26 (FTM-FDPM) has always had a passion for textiles and machinery, and now she’s spinning those passions together while working in the Spinning Lab!
If you’ve ever wondered how you go from fiber to yarn, swipe through to watch Kat explain!
Glow-in-the-dark athletic apparel?! See how a few of our Senior Design capstone students are making an impact on the future of your sportswear!
This group of students worked with Under Armour and applied innovation and creativity to attack company challenges. Here are their answers to some questions about their senior design process!
Head to the link in our bio to learn more about Senior Design!
