The Career Closet is a professional clothing drive opportunity sponsored by the Dads and Moms Associations, PFPO, and The Career Center.  The career closet is an initiative to help prepare student to be ready to interview or attend career fairs dressed professionally. The goal of the programs is to not let a wardrobe hinder students having and outstanding first impression when meeting with employers. The career closet is open Mon-Fri in the PFPO for Illini students to pick up FREE attire. Parents and Families have the opportunity participate in this initiative by bringing gently used professional attire to donate during Mom’s and Dad’s weekend. Donation boxes will be available in the Illini Union at check in.  For more information contact the PFPO office.

Career Connect is a networking opportunity co-sponsored by the Dads Association, PFPO, and The Career Center.  Students have the opportunity to meet with professionals from various fields and learn about their career paths while also gleaning tips on how to find jobs and internship opportunities in their field of choice.  Students have the opportunity to talk one-one-one with these mentors and get valuable tips and advice on their majors and career interests.  It is the perfect chance for students to start building their network. More information will be forthcoming in Spring 2017.