The Collective Closet is a clothing-swap initiative aimed at providing students with affordable access to clothing while advocating for sustainable consumption. The Collective Closet is a non-profit service under the Commission of Environmental Sustainability (CES), targeting the climate effects of fast-fashion. As a non-profit, the Collective Closet operates using a take-one, leave-one model, wherein patrons may trade an article of clothing for any item in the store’s stock. Patrons may choose to trade items immediately, or exchange items for store credit they may use at a later date. The Collective Closet hosts regular store hours, located in the JDUC room 212, as well as recurring pop-up booths in student centers. The service also holds multiple clothing drives throughout the year. The Collective Closet also partakes in many advocacy campaigns pertaining to slow-fashion, conscious consumption, and climate awareness. The Collective Closet also partakes in many collaborative initiatives across campus to serve as an equity resource for students in need.
Responsibilities
Staff the Collective Closet regularly through volunteer shifts of 3 hours each and perform all necessary tasks while on shift
Assist in marketing and outreach activities with the Collective Closet Deputy
Assist in tasks such as: refolding clothing items, updating the store credit log, organizing donation items.
Fill out volunteer notes during shift and complete set out duties
Attend all training sessions to become familiar with the department and adhere to the general operations of the department
Be productive, efficient and attentive in completing assigned tasks during shifts
Follow all AMS policy as outlined in the Volunteer Policy and Procedures Manual
Attend any scheduled meetings
