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Syracuse University Bookstore Records
A description of the records at the Syracuse University Archives
UNPROCESSED - NOT OPEN FOR RESEARCH
Summary |
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| Creator: | Syracuse University Bookstore. |
| Title: | Syracuse University Bookstore Records |
| Dates: | 1932-2007 |
| Size: | Approximately 2 linear ft. |
| Abstract: | Brochures, catalogs, correspondence, promotional materials, publications and media relating to the operations of the Syracuse University Bookstore |
| Language: | English |
| Repository: |
University Archives, Special Collections Research Center Syracuse University Libraries 222 Waverly Ave., Suite 600 Syracuse, NY 13244-2010 https://library.syracuse.edu/special-collections-research-center/university-archives |
Historical Note
The Syracuse University Bookstore has existed in some form since the establishment of the University's first official campus store in the Hall of Languages in 1886. This iteration of the bookstore closed in 1900, and another would not open until 1910. The new generation of the campus bookstore was originally located in the basement of the Administration Building but moved to 303 University Place in 1912. In 1962, Syracuse University purchased the Corner Bookstore, an independently-owned store that had operated on campus since 1908. The Corner Bookstore operated until 1969, when it was demolished to make way for the Newhouse Communications Center. In 1976, the main bookstore moved to the Joe and Emily Lowe Art Center, where it would remain after the building was enclosed as part of the Schine Student Center in 1985. Throughout its history, the Syracuse University Bookstore also operated a number of branch stores, including locations in Graham Hall (later the Graham Dining Center), Reid Hall, the Skybarn on South Campus, Lawrinson Hall, and the Brewster/Boland/Brockaway Complex. It also operated full-service stores at the State University of New York Health Science Center and Utica College. In the fall of 2024, Syracuse University announced that the bookstore's management would be taken over by Barnes & Noble College. As of 2025, the Syracuse Campus Store operates two branches in addition to its main location in the Schine Student Center: The Slocum Art & Supply Store in Slocum Hall and the Orange Shop at the JMA Wireless Dome.
Scope and Content Note
The Syracuse University Bookstore Records contains brochures, catalogs, clippings, correspondence, forms, fliers, promotional materials, newsletters, scrapbooks and media concerning the operation of the Syracuse University Bookstore. These materials include information on promotions and programs undertaken by the store. The collection also contains materials relating to the 1978 student boycott of the bookstore organized by the Student Association in response to high textbook prices, low textbook buyback rates, and false shoplifting accusations against students, among other cited causes.
Restrictions
Access Restrictions
The collection is currently unprocessed and not available for research. Please contact the University Archives for more information.
School, college and department records are restricted to the office of origin for 30 years. Requests to use restricted records must be obtained in writing from the office of origin.
Use Restrictions
Written permission must be obtained from the Syracuse University Archives and all relevant rights holders before publishing quotations, excerpts or images from any materials in this collection.
Related Material
Additional information about the Syracuse University Bookstore can be found in the Syracuse University Clipping Files and the Syracuse University Photograph Collection..
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Preferred Citation
Preferred citation for this material is as follows:
Syracuse University Bookstore Records,
University Archives,
Special Collections Research Center
Syracuse University Libraries
Acquisition Information
Some materials transferred from the Syracuse University Bookstore in 2025. The University Archives has no documentation about previous accessions.
Processing Information
This collection is unprocessed.
Finding Aid Information
Created by: Anna E. Shuff
Date: 2025
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