The American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) Foundation announced the textile chemistry scholarship recipients for the 2024–2025 academic year.

In addition to direct funding for tuition, Foundation scholars receive free registration for the AATCC Textile Discovery Summit in October and one year of complimentary AATCC membership to help them connect with industry professionals and launch a career in textiles.

The application for 2025–2026 scholarships opens November 1. Visit www.aatcc.org/foundation/#grants for more information.

Charles H. Stone Scholarship

The $6,000 Charles H. Stone Scholarship is available to students studying polymer or textile chemistry at North Carolina State University or Clemson University.

  • David Speckhart, North Carolina State University, senior, polymer and color chemistry
  • Iremide Adejayan, North Carolina State University, junior, polymer and color chemistry
  • Nyx Mashkow, Clemson University, senior, materials science and engineering
  • Deanna Liao, North Carolina State University, junior, polymer and color chemistry
  • Jack Hoffler, Clemson University, senior, materials science and engineering

Gordon & Marjorie Osborne Family Scholarship

The Gordon and Marjorie Osborne Scholarship is a $5,000 scholarship that supports students pursuing a career or coursework in textile engineering, textile chemistry, textile science, or a related discipline.

  • Jennifer Gerber, Georgia Institute of Technology, senior, materials science and engineering

Textile Chemistry Scholarship

The AATCC Foundation Textile Chemistry Scholarship is a $2,000 scholarship for undergraduate students of textile chemistry, polymer and color chemistry, or related topics.

  • Sumayah Baloch, North Carolina State University, sophomore, polymer and color chemistry

This year, AATCC Foundation is providing scholarships to about 29 students at 10 universities in programs ranging from fashion design to materials engineering. Learn about other 2024–2025 scholarship recipients at www.aatcc.org/foundnews.



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