Chuck Stewart, doctoral student in Fiber and Polymer Science, was recently featured in The News & Observer for his work as owner of the textile dyeing and finishing company Tumbling Colors. Read more...

Kelly Higgins, a senior double majoring in Polymer and Color Chemistry and Chemistry, received notice of acceptance to the School of Dentistry at University of North Carolina for fall 2008.  This type of achievement exemplifies the options available to graduates of the Polymer and Color Chemistry program.

When asked what she likes about the Polymer and Color Chemistry program, Kelly’s response was: “Studying Polymer and Color Chemistry gave me a great insight on how chemistry really applies to my everyday life.  I have found that a major in PCC is really diverse and opens so many opportunities with career choices.  The best thing about being part of the College of Textiles is the welcoming atmosphere.  All of the teachers are so supportive and easy to approach.  The friendly staff is always offering help which makes this large university feel much more personable.”

Robert Bryan Ormond, Polymer and Color Chemistry, Class of 2007, received the AATCC Outstanding College Graduate of the Year award on October 4th at AATCC 2007 International Conference & Exhibition in Charleston, South Carolina. The winner is selected based on academic achievement, service to the school, service to the student chapter of AATCC, and character. In this photo, Bryan Ormond stands with AATCC president Martin Bide. Bryan is currently pursuing a master's degree in Textile Chemistry at NC State University.

Pruthesh Vargantwar, M.S. Textile Chemistry, won third place in the Student Paper Competition at AATCC International Conference & Exhibition in Charleston, South Carolina held October 2 - 4. The title of the paper is “Preparation of Zwitterionic Cotton Fabrics and Their Wrinkle Resistant Performance.” Pruthesh is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at NC State.

Ian Jester, Textile Engineering, Class of 2007, received the Ron Butler Leadership Award for 2007. Read more...

Anna Godwin, a junior double majoring in Textile and Biomedical Engineering, recently participated in Engineering World Health's Summer Insitute. Read more...

Philip Bradford, who completed his master's in Textile Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering this spring semester 2007, was this year's College of Textiles recipient of the Nancy G. Pollock Thesis and Dissertation Award. Sponsored by the North Carolina State University Graduate School, the Thesis and Dissertation Award program is designed to reward outstanding scholarly research and to demonstrate the positive impact of graduate-level research on both the North Carolina economy and the quality of life for all its citizens. Philip is now pursuing his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering at NC State.

Congratulations to Pierce Elizabeth Leviner of Wilmington and Davis Rogers Litzenberger of Cary, the 2007 Centennial Scholar recipients who are majoring in Textile Engineering. Read more ...

Paul Carruth, a senior in Textile Engineering was presented with the College of Engineering Faculty Senior Scholarship Award this fall. The $5,000 scholarship is awarded to only one senior in Engineering, and is determined by a student's academic excellence, intellectual breadth, and depth of character. Paul is interested in pursing a career in dentistry upon graduation.

Congratulations to these 2007 College of Engineering Senior Awards nominees. From left to right: Ian Jester for Citizenship and Service, Andy Coughlin for Leadership, Caitlin Daley for Leadership, Alan Kinlaw for Humanity, and Mark Clapp for Citizenship and Service. Andy Coughlin and Mark Clapp, both co-majors in BioMedical Engineering, won in their categories.