Central’s Career Development Office has launched the “Central Career Closet” in Carrol Hall, offering free second-hand businesswear to students.

The career closet collected donations for about a year before its opening. CDO accepts gently used professional clothing and accessories that become available to students to keep for work, internships, or interviews.

The Central Career Closet was previewed at career fairs and the First Gen Fair on campus where students could try on blazers for professional headshots and even keep them if it was the right fit.

Madison Maske, CDO social media and communications specialist and Career Closet Coordinator said it is imperative to dress for success in the workplace.

“Proper business attire is essential for conveying professionalism, fostering positive first impressions, and boosting self-confidence,” Maske said. “It contributes to a cohesive workplace atmosphere. Especially in client-facing roles, where a polished appearance builds trust and credibility.”

The Career Closet is available to all students via appointment. Hour-long appointments can be made on the CDO web page. Students can try on clothing and are given a reusable shopping bag to take home as many clothes as they can fit in it.

Donations are accepted on Fridays at the Career Development Office in DiLoreto 101 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. The closet accepts clean and gently used blazers, shirts, blouses, sweaters, pants, skirts, dress shoes, and jewelry appropriate for an interview.