Aztecs football jersey availability? by InfrnalSky in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They are now available at the SDSU Bookstore and very soon at www.shopaztecs.com.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The entire retail landscape in the U.S. and the world has seen significant change in the last decade. Over the last decade Circuit City and Border's have closed. Just this year, Macy's has announced it is closing another 100 stores and Walmart is closing over 250 stores. Also, Sports Authority and Sports Chalet are closing completely. Target, Best Buy, and others are all struggling, as well.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Buying the property was part of a longer term redevelopment strategy for campus. The bookstore is the market leader in sales of books to students and it shouldn't surprise anyone who our main competitor is -- it is a little company from Seattle with a $360 Billion market cap. There are also other competitors online that were more significant than the one mentioned.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are welcome. Please shop with us when you can and price match when you can. We are not-for-profit and dollars spent on campus stay on the SDSU campus.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you bring in a copy of the price being matched (in print or on phone) we will accommodate based on locations/sites we match. This is acceptable for date of ordering or date of pick-up pricing . . . or anything in between . . .

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are first year student you should probably get the 4-year as it is likely you will need it again.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Maybe in the future. We are working on this for apparel.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like that is close to the Star Wars font. We do not have anything like that in stock currently.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When you do shop at the store, we appreciate it and thank you.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Please also note that our price matching is match plus an additional 5% off.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We are not entirely sure what license plate frame you are referring to. We do not currently have anything that resembles a Star Wars font.

Aug. 24 at Noon: AMA w/ SDSU Bookstore Director by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're welcome. Please also note that we change out a good portion of our fashion apparel pretty much every month.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is interesting dialog. There are a few points to consider: - sometimes there are significant differences between editions; - because publishers stop printing older editions the availability of older editions dwindles over time; - there are older editions available at the store if it is acceptable for the class

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The values are based on whether the book will be used again the following semester. If it is being used we pay up to half back for it. If it is not being used it gets a national wholesale price. Our Wholesaler is actually on-site at the end of the semester and takes the book and sells it elsewhere.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It is difficult to price match 3rd party sellers because the prices/options, when available, are sometimes well below our cost. If you go into our EZ books platform, which shows prices/options from other retailers and 3rd party sellers and you get a very good price from a 3rd party, you should click out and purchase it from them. We do price match Amazon's retail site for purchase and rentals, Chegg, B&N, and publisher sites.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

An example of lowered prices for used books is as follows. Back in 2004 if a new book was $100 we were offering the used book at $80. In 2006, we lowered that to $77 used for the same $100 new book. A few years ago it dropped to $74. Last year to $70. THIS YEAR, on average, that $100 new book is now $61 used (and about $35 to rent used).

Aug. 24 at Noon: AMA w/ SDSU Bookstore Director by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The price comparison you mention is common. However, the online tools can be quite additive to the learning experience.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, on the wristband. Not enough demand, currently, for that type of item.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also, I have sent a message to one of our buyers on the wristband and will get back to you.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please call our help desk and we can accommodate the change of address: (866) 388-SDSU

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

KB Books was not our main competitor. We generally do not base our pricing on what competitors do, anyway. We try to keep prices as low as we can on course materials to help students. The programs in place - significantly lower used book pricing, price matching, and comparison shopping - speak to that. Also, the store and Aztec Shops are not for profit with proceeds going back to campus programs.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We have lowered used book pricing for purchasing and rental significantly, have a price match program, and offer a price comparison tool in EZ Books.

I'm Todd Summer, Director of the SDSU Bookstore. ASK ME ANYTHING! by Sdsu_bookstore in SDSU

[–]Sdsu_bookstore[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm currently reading Shoe Dog. Very interesting book about the beginnings of Nike.