Being better prepared, getting higher grades, experiencing increased ease and convenience, improved affordability and retention—the benefits of BNC’s First Day® Complete program are significant, according to participating students. A recent survey captures student feedback and affirms the program’s continued positive impact.

Enhancements to our academic solutions and campus store operations make it even easier and more convenient for students to get their required course materials, and for our store teams to deliver superior service.

BNC continues to offer the largest merchandise assortment in the industry, with a fresh mix of the products students, alumni, parents and fans crave. New and notable this year: an expanded value program, exciting new fashion collaborations, more college living essentials and enhanced emblematic supplies to support the academic journey.

Administrators from East Carolina University and Northern Virginia Community College joined us for an in-depth discussion on their recent experiences implementing the First Day® Complete equitable access program.

Industry experts shared why they have recently made the transition from inclusive to equitable access, the ease of expanding the benefits to all students, how they worked with faculty and other stakeholders to secure buy-in, and the positive impact the First Day Complete program has made for students and the institution.

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.

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.

As the University of Michigan’s campus store partner, Barnes & Noble College says Go Blue all year long, ensuring Wolverines can get the spirit gear they crave to cheer their teams on to victory – during the regular season and beyond.

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.