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Liz Schulte

About Liz Schulte

Liz Schulte is an author and business owner with a background in customer service, marketing and higher education development.

Recent articles by Liz Schulte

Get the Books You Need ASAP

Posted by Liz Schulte on 1/15/24 7:00 AM

MBS ASAP orders typically ship the next business day. If your college store has a late adoption or is running low on books, MBS provides a simple, reliable solution.

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Happy Holidays From MBS

Posted by Liz Schulte on 12/19/23 6:30 AM

We are grateful each and every day for the opportunity to work with your store. We wish you peace, joy and good cheer that lasts throughout the coming year. Foreword Online will return on January 8, 2024.

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The Best Advice College Stores Shared With Foreword Online in 2023

Posted by Liz Schulte on 12/18/23 6:15 AM

As the end of the year draws to a close, we think back over the past year. We are grateful for each college store that has taken the time to speak with us and share ideas, tools and processes that have helped them reach new heights in 2023. Foreword Online will return on January 8, 2024, but let’s take a moment to look back at some of the best advice shared by college stores this year.

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Create Consistent Communication About Rental Returns

Posted by Liz Schulte on 12/11/23 6:15 AM

As you know, over the course of the term, many students have probably forgotten which books they bought and which books they rented from the college store. Sending students consistent and frequent communication about rental returns can help your store get more books back.

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Highlight the Advantages of Shopping With the College Store

Posted by Liz Schulte on 11/27/23 8:00 AM

Why is the campus store a great place for students, and the rest of the campus community, to shop? With the increase in competition, both on and off campus, it is important to remind your students, faculty and staff why the campus store should be their top choice.

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MBS Will Be Closed Nov. 23 and 24 in Observance of Thanksgiving

Posted by Liz Schulte on 11/20/23 6:30 AM

MBS will be closed Nov. 23 and 24 in observance of Thanksgiving. We are thankful for the opportunity to serve your college store.

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Klamath Community College Bookstore Supports Learning and Diversity With Reading Program

Posted by Liz Schulte on 11/13/23 6:30 AM

The college store supports the campus community in many ways. Klamath Community College Bookstore and Library partnered together to create and support a monthly Heritage Reading program. We recently spoke with Carly Gilder, Bookstore Manager, Klamath Community College Bookstore, to learn more about its Heritage Reading program and how it was successfully implemented.

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Entice Alumni to Shop With Your Store This Holiday Season

Posted by Liz Schulte on 11/6/23 7:30 AM

November and December are typically busy retail months. Many shoppers are actively looking for great deals or the perfect holiday gift. This year, boost your holidays sales by driving more alumni traffic to the campus store website throughout the season with these easy marketing tips.

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Spring 2024 Rental Submissions Are Now Open

Posted by Liz Schulte on 11/3/23 8:30 AM

Spring rental list submissions are open now! Maximize the savings your store offers students and provide more options in 2024.

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Give Students More Low-Cost Options Next Term

Posted by Liz Schulte on 10/30/23 6:30 AM

A wide selection of course material formats helps students find the best option to fit their budget and learning style. Submit your wantlist to MBS as soon as possible to maximize the number of low-cost books your store will receive next term.

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