5/19/09- The Bookstore Vending Machine is now located in Emeritus Hall
In order to provide increased access to the supplies students need (bluebooks, scantrons, pens, pencils, etc), the Bookstore vending machine has been moved to Emeritus Hall. This new location is open until 10pm, enabling students to get the supplies they need after the Bookstore has closed for the day. The machine is located right inside the doors of the Emeritus Service Center on the south side of Neuman Auditorium (where there are many faculty and staff offices).
Tips for “Shopping Smart” during Rush!
Rush (or “the first two weeks of classes”) is the busiest time of year at the Bookstore. It is a time when all registers are blazing to get you in and out of the Bookstore (and to your classes!) as quickly as possible. Here are some tips to help you “shop smart”!
- Shop early! Don’t wait until the first week of classes to get started! The week before classes start is the best time to shop because it is not as busy and you have a better choice of used books.
- Shop outside the “peak hours”: Once classes begin, peak shopping times are during class breaks (i.e. 10:20am-10:30am, etc). Additionally, 12pm-1pm and 5pm-7pm are also among our busiest times. Shop outside these times if you can and you will definitely save yourself some time! We are also open as late as 8pm Mon-Thurs during the first week of classes and on some Saturdays (see “Store hours” for specific weekly hours). Better yet, buy your books from us online at your convenience for in-store pick-up or home delivery!
- When buying your books, make sure you have your class schedule. This is necessary because it has the course name, course number, section number, and your instructor’s name. All these things are essential to ensure you are getting the correct book(s).
- Have the ID you need: If you plan to write a check, you MUST have your student ID number and a photo ID. No exceptions. You must also have a photo ID for credit card purchases, financial aid, and to purchase certain software. Make sure you have the proper ID before getting in line so you don't waste your valuable time.
- Don’t be intimidated by the line! During rush there is almost always a line at the registers, but it moves quickly. Remember: There is only one line, but 12 cash registers, so you will be put of the store in no time! You will be amazed at how fast it goes!
- Be prepared to “check your bag”: During these busy times, we insist that you check backpacks and large bags at the backpack check station outside the Bookstore before entering the store. There is sometimes a line to drop off or pick up your pack, so leaving your bag outside with a friend that does not need to shop can save you some time!
- We’re here to help! We have many employees on the sales floor in both the text and supply departments to assist you. They can be identified by grey, red, or green T-shirts that say “SRJC Bookstore” on the front and “The Word on Campus” on the back. If you need us, we’ll be here for you!
- Don't rely on reaching us by phone or email. This is the busiest time of year and, try as we might, with all the people in the store, we simply cannot get to the phone and answer specific emails. To ensure timely service, visit us in person or order your books from us online.
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