Need professional clothing for an interview or event, but can’t afford it? The Trojan Career Closet can help, for free! Bring your student ID and come “shop” the closet! To schedule a shopping appointment, email cgwallace@ualr.edu.
Members of the UA Little Rock campus and the surrounding community are donating gently used business attire to benefit hard-working students like you. These items have been cleaned, organized, and made ready to help you dress for success.
Type of Items Available
- Suits, Blazers, Jackets
- Trousers, Skirts, Dresses
- Blouses, Sweaters, Button-down dress shirts
- Bags/briefcases
- Ties/bow ties, Belts
Hours of Operation and Location
The Trojan Career Closet will be available for students to access by appointment. To set up an appointment, contact cgwallace@ualr.edu. The Career Closet is located on the first floor of the Reynolds Business Building at the corner of 28th and S. University.
History
The average student attends several interviews throughout his or her college and professional career. Many students find it difficult to afford attire for interviews, while others are misinformed about what is appropriate attire. In the spring of 2016, the Division of Student Affairs, College of Arts, Letters, and Sciences, and College of Education and Health Professions worked together to create the Trojan Career Closet, whose mission is to encourage students to be career-focused and to dress for professional success. During the 2016 spring semester, one-hundred and fifty students earned the opportunity to “shop” through attending a career-focused workshop. Community, Careers, and Extended Education assumed responsibility for the Trojan Career Closet in spring 2017.
Donations
We are accepting donations of professional business attire and accessories (ties, purses, shoes, etc.). Contact Shannon Gwinn at sldrobena@ualr.edu or 501-916-5788 to schedule a donation time.
