Career & Professional Development

Career Closet

Students are allowed to choose up to 4 items from the closet per semester to keep for free. Inventory is always changing; be sure to check back frequently to find new items.

The Career Closet assists students in creating a professional wardrobe for interviews and jobs. Students are able to shop in the Career Closet anytime Career & Professional Development is open. Items you may find in the closet include: suits, pants, skirts, dresses, ties, belts and tops. UWO Alumni are also able to shop up to a year after graduation!  

Professional Dress

Attending a networking event, career fair or an interview? Need professional attire to make a great first impression? The Career Closet can help!

• Dress for Success – Gender Inclusive – Video
• Women’s Business Formal vs. Casual – Video
• Men’s Business Formal vs. Casual – Video
• Interview Dress for Gender Non-Binary
• Gender Non-Binary Pinterest Collection 
• Gender Outfitters
• Fashionable Adaptive Clothing

Quick Tips for Young Professionals

Suit: Solid colored grey, black, brown or navy.

Dress Shirt: Collared and long sleeved. Conservative neckline and color. Everything to know about dress shirts

Tie: Solid, thin striped or small geometric design. Bottom of the tie should meet the belt line. Learn to tie a double Windsor knot