Dress for Success: Commodore Closet provides students professional attire at no cost [Video]

The right attire can be crucial to securing a dream internship—boosting confidence and making a positive first impression. Vanderbilt students now have access to free professional clothing, thanks to the launch of the Commodore Closet. This resource helps students prepare for interviews, career fairs and other professional events without the financial burden of purchasing clothes. 

Antonella Valdivia, assistant director of equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives at the Career Center, emphasized that creating the Commodore Closet was about removing barriers to professional opportunities.  

“We created the Commodore Closet to make it easier for students to attend professional events like interviews and networking,” Valdivia said. “Every student should have the chance to attend these events without the concern of lacking appropriate attire.”   

This initiative is a collaboration between the Career Center and Student Affairs. In addition to professional attire, casual clothing options and accessories are available

The Commodore Closet is more than …