Reminder: J-Term and Spring semester textbook adoptions are due Nov. 1.

January and Spring terms are hovering around 15% complete, while the Law School is at 40% compared to last year.

Savings for students: Timely book adoptions means we can source used book from our distribution centers and leverage our network of 1,200 campus across the U.S. and Canada. Used books save students up to 80% compared to brand new books.

Student Success: Studies have shown that students who have all required material on the first day of class have better academic outcomes than those who do not. Timely book adoptions give us time to order material and have it on the shelf before the first day of class.

Production and Shipping Delays: Our business like many others are still facing struggles as a result of the pandemic. Our vendors are still facing staff shortages, production delays, and shipping backlogs. With our early request date, we are purchasing books earlier to allow more time for our partners to get us these vital supplies for students.

You can submit adoptions by using the Follett Discover tool in myDrake or send me a message directly by email or phone. Even if you are not using University Bookstore supplied materials, please let us know. We need to notate that information to be transparent to the students when they are registering for classes and shopping our store.

— Kyle McVay, University Bookstore