Several apparel storefronts were open for two weeks in mid-April with items branded for CFAES and Extension. These stores offered shirts, jackets, and hats available for individual purchase by employees using personal funds. Several of the items were available in plus sizes. The stores closed on April 24, with estimated delivery within four to five weeks. Items will be shipped directly to purchasers.
There were three storefront options for the first run – one for CFAES-logo items, one with the Extension logo, and one with the Extension logo and 4-H emblem. We anticipate offering an additional storefront that includes the Master Gardener Volunteer designation when the stores open again in mid-summer.
The storefronts are managed by Legends Global Merchandise, a university-approved for-sale apparel and merchandise supplier. Legends has obtained branding approval for all items with the university’s Office of Trademark and Licensing Services on our behalf.
This is the best option for the personal purchase of Ohio State-branded items with the CFAES or Extension logo. Note: this type of storefront is not for placing group orders. Also, at this time, the items in the stores cannot be personalized with a unit name. If you have specific needs, please reach out so we can connect you with Legends.
We will review sales, apparel options, and the overall process – with a plan to open the storefronts at least two more times this year (mid-summer and early fall).
If you have any questions about the CFAES storefront, contact Lora Vest at vest.62@osu.edu. If you have questions about the Extension or 4-H storefronts, contact Cheryl Buck at buck.19@osu.edu.