Business Professional vs. Business Casual
Below are visuals to provide examples and guidelines on the differences between business casual (or smart casual) and business professional. In short, business professional is more formal and is the recommended option for interviews and other more formal events, unless told otherwise by your interviewer or employer.


Have professional attire to donate?
We accept new and gently used, professional attire, which can be dropped off to The Exchange during our business hours. With your support, we can continue to provide a resource for students and alumni on campus.
Donations may include:
- Feminine Pants (sizes:14 and up)
- Masculine Pants (in greatest need of slim fit options / sizes 25-29)
- Shoes (Masculine all | Feminine sizes: 5-9)
- Accessories including: Bags, padfolios, belts, ties, and scarves
We do not accept:
- Sports and Athleisure wear
Thank you to all our faculty, staff, alumni, and friends in the community for your generous support!
Italics indicate areas/items in greatest need
Professional Headshots
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