Plans to move the University Bookstore to Olmsted Center are currently being developed. This move brings bookstore operations closer to students, faculty, and staff. Drake is working with our bookstore provider to ensure the store’s location is convenient and complements existing student spaces. An unused space on the lower level of Olmsted has been identified as a possible location for textbook and course material sales, with a second space on the first level offering more general merchandise, such as clothing. A steering team of Olmsted users and staff will assist our facilities and administration team in managing the project. Once final floor plans are completed, we will post them on the Drake website.

The current bookstore location is being evaluated as the future site of Drake’s Occupational Therapy program. Watch for more information about the project in OnCampus.

—Venessa Macro, Chief Administration Officer