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Career Closet

The Career Closet provides students with FREE, gently-used professional clothing items for interviews, career fairs, and other professional networking events.

The goal of this program is to help relieve the stress of affording professional clothing and allows students to focus on creating positive first impressions when networking.

Any current UL Lafayette student can visit the Career Closet located at 210 E. St. Mary Blvd. to shop for suits, dresses, ties, belts, shoes, and other professional clothing items.

The Campus Cupboard is located in the same space as well. The pantry provides free, nonperishable items to meet students' temporary food needs.

Students who visit the Career Closet will be asked to present their ULIDs.

Hours of Operation (Fall 2024)

  • Tuesdays 9 A.M. - 1 P.M.
  • Wednesdays 9 A.M. - 2 P.M.
  • Thursdays 9 A.M. - 2 P.M.

Donations

Donations to the Career Closet may be made during designated hours. .

Please consider donating the following gently used items:

  • Pants and jacket suit sets
  • Skirt and jacket suit sets
  • Blazers and sports coats
  • Dress slacks, pants, and skirts
  • Dress shirts and blouses
  • Belts and ties
  • Gently worn shoes (Ladies’ pumps or flats should be closed toe and heel)

Black, gray, navy, or other neutral colors are preferred for professional attire.

Community Partnerships

If your business or professional organization is interested in becoming involved with the Career Closet, we would love to hear from you!  Partnerships could include annually holding your own clothing drive, collecting donations at a membership meeting or event, or anything else you think would be appropriate, alongside recognition of your support of the Career Closet.