Professional Clothing Closet

Many students are in need of access to affordable clothing. Whether it is for work/job interviews or just a coat to stay warm in the winter, there are inexpensive options that colleges can pursue and recommend to students in need. One effective method that many schools have employed is establishing a clothes closet on campus.

The professional clothing closet provides a way for Gordon State College students to access FREE professional attire appropriate for career fairs, interviews, and the workplace. Inventory includes suits, blazers, skirts, button-down shirts, and more. Our goal is to help students look their best throughout their job search so they can make a positive impression as they enter the professional world!

APPOINTMENTS

The Career Center professional clothing closet is dedicated to helping Gordon State College students with their professional attire needs.

Appointments are available between the hours of 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. To schedule an appointment, you will schedule it through our career management system in Handshake.

Here is the link to register for your Handshake account: https://app.joinhandshake.com/student_account_registrations/new#/email 

You must request the appointment at least two business days (48 hours) in advance, Monday through Friday. Requests submitted on weekends will not be received until Mondays. Any exceptions will need the approval of the Career Services Staff.

The Career Center professional clothing closet is located on the second floor in the Student Success Center #207. Specific instructions are provided in advance of the appointment.

DRESS FOR SUCESS

Please review our “Dressing to Impress” document for ideas on what to wear to interviews, conferences, and/or the workplace.

CLOTHING DONATIONS

Appropriate items for donation include business suits, blazers, dress shirts, blouses, professional slacks and/or skirts, belts, ties and shoes. Items need to be appropriate for career fairs, interviews, and the professional workplace. All donation items must be cleaned appropriately. Items with any damage and items without sizes clearly labeled will not be accepted. To make arrangements for a donation or for questions, please contact Dr. Tonya Moore, Director of the Career Services Center, at 678-359-5719 or careerservices@gordonstate.edu. 

FINANCIAL SUPPORT 

While the Career Center professional clothing closet relies primarily on donations of appropriate clothing, financial support enables the Career Services Center to purchase items that are in greatest demand. Contact Tonya Moore, Director of the Career Services Center, at 678-359-5719 or careerservices@gordonstate.edu for more information. 

Special Thanks to PVH in Henry County for donating professional ties to the Professional Clothes Closet. We also want to thank our dedicated students, faculty, and staff for donating various clothing.