The Director of Finance and Risk Management at University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg shared insights on transitioning store operations to Barnes & Noble College, securing buy-in for an equitable access program, and three key factors in the university’s successful launch.

During BNC’s recent webinar on equitable access, audience members submitted questions on topics such as publisher availability, price, OER and more. Here’s what our panel of faculty and administrators had to say.

After seven semesters, First Day Complete is well established at Sam Houston State University. The most recent AVP of Auxiliary Services shares insights on student and faculty communication, the benefits of more access, convenience, and affordability, plus parents’ positive response to the program.

In honor of the 50th anniversary of the passage of Title IX, leaders from across higher education share their personal stories, discuss the opportunities provided by Title IX and celebrate the lasting impact on past, present and future generations.

The conversation about equitable access programs for course materials has evolved from the “what” … to the “why.” In this webinar, speakers from UNH, Southern Miss and BNC explore equitable access data and insights from three angles: student satisfaction, student success, and institutional feedback.

In honor of the 50th anniversary of the passage of Title IX, leaders from across higher education share their personal stories, discuss the opportunities provided by Title IX and celebrate the lasting impact on past, present and future generations.

The white paper takes a deep dive into the adoption process today, the challenges we need to solve and how to simplify the experience for faculty and administrators.

In times of change and uncertainty, the need for institutions of higher education to demonstrate value to students and parents is paramount. What does the educational journey look like? How will the institution support student success?

Listen to speakers from Howard University and Xavier University of Louisiana for a panel discussion moderated by Barnes & Noble Education CEO Michael Huseby.

We sat down with students on U.S. college campuses and conducted online quantitative research with students nationwide. And we’re ready to share our insights with you.

BNC surveyed 1,214 college students, across the U.S., during and found that while majority of students have loans, some are unsure if they qualify for the loan forgiveness program and majority don’t know what the process is to apply for forgiveness.

Students and institutions are on the path to prepare for a post-pandemic future. As the world has adapted and developed solutions to conquer COVID-19, higher education must do the same, revising offerings and solutions to best accommodate emerging student needs.

When FIU implemented First Day® Complete, branded as Panther Book Pack, it launched an expansive marketing and communications campaign to students, parents, faculty and the community. BNC and FIU worked together closely throughout the strategic planning and launch process, supporting a successful rollout; at the end of the first term, 80% of participating students said they would recommend the program.

When UofSC won the 2022 NCAA women’s basketball tournament, fans wanted to celebrate with championship merchandise. BNC had it ready to buy online in 4 minutes – and partnered with the university on a monthlong campaign, building excitement and driving a 160% sales increase YTD.

After the University of Mississippi won the 2022 College World Series, BNC had championship merchandise available to buy in real time. Sales increased in store, and online sales skyrocketed, with increases of 718% year over year for school spirit clothing.