What is Purple Threads?
Purple Threads is a professional closet offering free professional clothing to current UAlbany students. Students are asked to show their ID at the entrance and are allowed to choose three pieces of clothing per semester.
Summer 2024 Hours: Closed
Fall 2024 Hours (Monday, August 26, to Friday, December 9, 2024)
- Monday: Noon to 7 p.m.
- Tuesday: 3:30 to 7 p.m.
- Wednesday: 5 to 7:30 p.m.
- Thursday: 5 to 7:30 p.m.
Closures:
- Monday, September 2, 2024 (Labor Day)
- Monday October 14, to Tuesday, October 15, 2024 (Fall Break)
- Wednesday, November 27, to Friday, November 29, 2024 (Thanksgiving)
- Monday, December 9, 2024, to Wednesday, January 22, 2025 (Finals & Intersession)
We are located in Campus Center, Room 323, on the west side of the building's third floor.
Students can also arrange an appointment, if necessary, by emailing Purple Threads Coordinator Violette Davenport at [email protected].
How can I donate to Purple Threads?
We are accepting donations by appointment during our hours (see above). Please email Purple Threads Coordinator Violette Davenport at [email protected] to schedule a donation appointment.
Items will be reviewed by staff to ensure they are appropriate. Only clean, gently used professional clothing without stains and tears will be accepted.
Questions?
Please email Purple Threads Coordinator Violette Davenport at [email protected].