Happy AAPI Heritage Month! Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders make up about 6% of the United States population and include Native Hawaiians, Samoans, Fijians, Tongans, Chamorro, and people whose heritage comes from China, India, the Philippines, Vietnam, Japan, Pakistan, and other East and South Asian countries. Here are some steps you can take to honor and celebrate AAPI Heritage Month in your store. Continue reading
Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! Each year, one in five adults in the U.S. will experience some form of a mental illness, so it is incredibly important and beneficial to enhance wellness in the workplace. Mental health is important to prioritize year-round, so here are a few tips to improve employee mental health and better support workers in your store. Continue reading
For students in today’s fast-paced world, stress seems to be an inevitable part of life. Fortunately, DSC offers many products that can help alleviate stress and promote a sense of well-being. Whether you’re looking to unwind after a long day or create a healthier daily routine, here are 4 must-have products to help you combat stress. Continue reading
Sustainability has become increasingly important, especially for consumers. Read more below about trends in sustainability and how they can impact consumer purchasing. Continue reading
The Douglas Stewart Company was named one of the top workplaces in the Greater Madison area in 2024 by The Wisconsin State Journal. Continue reading
We want to highlight two DSC vendors, Define and Centon, this month and encourage you to get to know them! Continue reading
ICBA, or the Independent College Bookstore Association, had their annual conference in Denver earlier last month, which included speakers on professional development, high-impact networking events, and programs built to create more success for independent college bookstores. DSC had a great time meeting attendees and building connections during this week. Continue reading
Promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) as a college store owner is not only a responsible business practice but also contributes to a positive and inclusive environment. Here are 8 tips to help you promote DEI in your store: Continue reading
College bookstores are often the first stop for students in need, but when they can end up spending up to $1,200 a year on textbooks, it’s no wonder that students look primarily for deals. Here are a few ideas to boost sales while remaining conscious of rising costs for students. Continue reading
Planning purchasing for the new year can seem overwhelming, but keeping major buying seasons in mind can make this easier. From holidays to school breaks, here are the seasons to keep track of this year. Continue reading
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