tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-88716484244589532932024-02-19T06:12:19.627-06:00OTC Bookstore BlogThe official blog of the OTC Bookstore. OTC Bookstorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16793063885408059232noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-77212721562808317012015-02-02T15:58:00.002-06:002015-02-02T15:58:32.258-06:00Bookstore Director Awarded For Excellence In EducationOTC created the Excellence in Education award in 1992 to recognize
quality individuals throughout the institution. Excellence in Education
candidates are nominated by staff members, selected by a college-wide
Recognition Committee, and recognized at the annual College Development
Day. Each year, OTC employees are nominated from five different groups: full time instructors, adjunct instructors, administrative, professional support staff, and general support staff.<br />
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This year, we're proud to say that the director of the OTC Bookstore, Dave Hoffman, has been
given the Excellence in Education Award in the administrative category. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dave and bookstore employee Tiffany Ketel converse while examining a transaction. (Dave's the one on the left.)</td></tr>
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Dave has been the head honcho of the OTC Bookstore since it's grand reopening in 2009, guiding our full-time and part-time staff and acting as the main line of communication between the Bookstore and OTC Administration. He's also a pretty darn cool guy, to boot. From all of us at the OTC Bookstore, we send our boss, as well as all of this year's recipients, a hearty congratulations!<br />
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<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JqQJQpgOgg&list=UUJaXlMI379fh3QLy0dr1_uQ&feature=player_detailpage#t=166" target="_blank">Check out the video here.</a> To learn more about OTC's Excellence in Education Award, <a href="http://www.otc.edu/excellenceineducation" target="_blank">click here.</a>Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-78681623074895035502014-10-30T07:36:00.000-06:002014-10-30T07:36:26.242-06:00Photo Album- Fall 2014 Student Picnic<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The Student Picnic is an event that students and employees alike look forward to every semester. Not only does it offer them a chance to unwind, but it also presents a fine opportunity for other businesses and organizations, both within and outside of OTC, to connect with the community. The OTC Bookstore is no exception. Here's a look at our activities this semester.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">We loaded up two baskets full of merchandise and invited students and faculty to spin a virtual wheel for a prize. Here we see bookstore employee Cecilia Abed and the back of a very handsome blogger's head.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Our initial plan was to roll the cart around the picnic and engage students and faculty, but we found ourselves so swarmed by people that we mostly ended up staying in one spot!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bookstore employees aren't immune from becoming dunk tank victims. In Destiny Tibbett's case, she volunteered herself. Such a selfless girl.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bookstore employee Madison Rodery apparently saw volunteering for the dunk tank as a good opportunity to get her sunglasses cleaned.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Needless to say, the dunk tank was a popular event for students, but perhaps even moreso for faculty and staff.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Elsewhere, Bookstore employee Rebekah Baggett shows off our wares to passersby.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Don't think the OTC Bookstore's presence can only be felt at the Springfield campus. We made a special trip down to the Richwood Valley campus for their picnic as well.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Naturally, we brought lots of CANDY! WEE!</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">I like candy.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bookstore employee McKenzie Morrow shows off some of what is but a small sample of the many, many clothing choices available at the OTC Bookstore. #ShamelessPlug</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I wanted a strong photo to close out this album, so here's our Customer Service/Remote Sales Supervisor William Meyers holding a ball. Until next semester!</td></tr>
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To check out more photos from the OTC Bookstore, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/OTCBookstore" target="_blank">be sure to like us on Facebook,</a> and stay tuned for more glimpses into the OTC Bookstore Photo Album.Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-482874989280936242014-09-11T10:37:00.001-05:002014-09-11T10:37:40.301-05:00Thank you!This has been a semester of firsts for the OTC Bookstore. The first semester of counter service, the first semester of allowing students to pre-pay for their Textres orders, the first fall semester with our new website up, and the first semester for some of our full time staff.<br />
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Of course, trying out new things inherently comes with it a feeling of nervousness, especially when large sweeping changes like the ones we've rolled out--both for us and you, the students. Through it all, your co-operation and willingness to work alongside us in these times of change has been very much appreciated. We know it hasn't always been easy and it hasn't always been fun, but together, we've weathered the storm of yet another busy season and have come out of it all the stronger --and all the more committed to providing excellent customer service to you-- as we reflect on this past season and ways we can improve.<br />
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We always value your feedback. What features of the bookstore do you feel have worked? What features do you feel need improved upon? Ultimately, it's the customers that make the OTC Bookstore what it is, and while we certainly can't please everyone, we want to do our best to be the best place in Springfield to buy college textbooks. So please, post in the comments below, leave us messages on our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/OTCBookstore" target="_blank">Facebook</a> page, drop a comment card in the suggestion box at the front of the store, or <a href="http://otcbookstore.com/t-contact.aspx" target="_blank">contact us</a> through our new site.<br />
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On behalf of all of us at the OTC Bookstore, we sincerely thank you for your continued support. Let's make this semester the best one ever!Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-79428518801948011742014-07-24T09:08:00.000-05:002014-09-15T08:46:31.739-05:00Buyback Summer 2014- Four Handy RemindersBuyback for Summer 2014 begins<b> today and lasts through Friday, July 25th, 8AM to 5PM, at the OTC Springfield campus.</b> Here are some handy reminders to make the book-selling experience an easy one:<br />
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<b>-OTC SmartCard required.</b> We've been lenient about this in the past, but now it's very important that you bring along your OTC SmartCard so that we can verify your status as an OTC student. If you haven't registered for a SmartCard yet (shame shame!), please visit the bookstore at the OTC Springfield campus, or the main offices of any of our extended campuses in Richwood Valley, Lebanon, Waynesville, or Table Rock. If you've registered for your card and haven't received it yet, please bring in the pamphlet you were given upon registering for verification.<br />
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<b>-Sell back early.</b> Our buyback methodology hinges on one important phrase: supply and demand. Our need for textbooks is highest on the first day of buyback. Every semester we buy back a certain number of each book, depending on how many we need to have enough supply for all the students enrolled in the classes for that semester. Simply put, the more books we buy, the higher our supply becomes. The higher our supply becomes, the less demand we have for more. The less demand we have for more, the less money we pay out. Once the demand for more textbooks is gone, we quit purchasing them.<br />
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<b>-Bring all supplemental materials.</b> If your textbook comes as part of a package that includes multiple books, CDs, DVDs, or the like, please bring those with you. We may be still be able to buy the textbook back from you without the additional materials, but we'll often pay a decent sum more if they're included. Unfortunately, some books we are unable to accept without said materials.<br />
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<b>-Please be understanding!</b> Frankly, we wish we could buy back every book customers bring in to us. Unfortunately, from a financial standpoint, we simply can't. As has been said already, sometimes we're unable to buy a textbook because we either have all the supply we need or we can't resell the book without the supplemental materials. Sometimes the department that adopts the textbook you used last semester decides to switch to an updated edition or even a new book entirely. Sometimes the books brought in are damaged. For more information on why we may be unable to buy back your book, <a href="http://otcbookstoreblog.blogspot.com/2012/05/why-wont-you-buy-my-book-back.html" target="_blank">please refer to this blog pos</a><a href="http://otcbookstoreblog.blogspot.com/2012/05/why-wont-you-buy-my-book-back.html" target="_blank">t.</a> Rest assured that we'll do whatever it takes to buy your books if we can!<br />
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With these pointers in mind, you're equipped with all the knowledge you need to be a successful book seller...backer.<br />
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We may need to come up with a better name for that.Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-78700303465197201282014-07-07T14:22:00.000-05:002014-07-07T14:22:04.830-05:00I Scream, You Scream...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I don't think I need to tell you how hot it is out there.<br />
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I also don't think I need to tell you how refreshing some ice cream would be
right about now. </span><span lang="EN">I can say that with confidence because it's been
scientifically proven</span><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><sup>*</sup></span> that everyone in the world EVER likes ice cream.<br />
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Trust us, we sell college textbooks. We know these things.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">The OTC Bookstore has partnered with Blue Bunny to provide refreshing
relief from the summer heat. We have a wide variety of frozen dairy treats to
choose from:</span><br />
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<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Cool Tube- $1.19</span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Jolly Rancher Bomb Pop- $1.19</span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Ice cream sandwich- $1.29</span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Champ cone- $1.79</span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Cookies and cream bar- $1.59</span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Heath bar- $1.59</span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Strawberry shortcake bar- $1.59</span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Turtle bar- $2.89</span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Big Bopper ice cream cookie sandwich- $2.89</span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Champ Bunny Tracks deluxe cone- $2.89</span></li>
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Don't wait until fall rolls around to realize you spent your summer at OTC ice cream-less. Stop by the Bookstore today! <br />
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I'd use a bad pun about us being the "cool" place to be during the
summer, but I like to think we're all above that<span style="font-size: xx-small;"><sup>**</sup></span>.</span><br />
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Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-28235663544738350332014-07-07T14:11:00.000-05:002014-09-15T08:46:14.692-05:00OTC Bookstore Employee Keeping World Cup Fans Jerseyed UpWorld Cup fever is in full swing, and fans are flocking to stores to show their support for their favorite teams.<br />
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Of course, we're not a sporting goods store, but we do have an employee who works at one.<br />
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Our own Alex Yocum, who has been with the bookstore since Fall 2011 (<a href="http://otcbookstoreblog.blogspot.com/2012/08/know-your-bookstore-employees_21.html" target="_blank">check out our August 2012 interview with him here</a>), also works at Rally House, where he was briefly interviewed by KY3 for a news story on how the World Cup is driving traffic to the store. <a href="http://www.ky3.com/news/local/world-cup-gives-bussinesses-spike-in-sales/21048998_26612362" target="_blank">You can read the article or watch the news story on KY3.com.</a><br />
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<br />Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-24917804912909634762014-06-24T09:13:00.002-05:002014-09-15T08:46:49.476-05:00We're hiring! Fall 2014<div class="MsoNormal">
Our bookstore currently has a staff of around 30 people.<br />
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On average, we serve over ten thousand students per semester.<br />
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Needless to say, that's a LOT of work for our small group. We need some more help!<br />
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If you're looking for some fulfilling part-time work, the OTC Bookstore is hiring for the fall semester. We have openings at OTC - Springfield, as well as our locations in Lebanon, Richwood Valley, and Waynesville. Anyone over the age of 16 is welcome to
apply, whether you’re an OTC student or not. We have employees ranging
from 16 to 60 years of age, students and non-students alike. The work
itself is fun, fast, and for you students out there, INSANELY flexible with your class schedule. Can you work four hours a week? Fifteen? Twenty-five? No amount of help you're willing to give is too small or too much!<br />
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Keep in mind that this is a temporary position; the busy season typically lasts from mid-July when we begin putting together Textbook Reservation orders till mid-September when the last of the students makes their purchases for the semester. However, if we happen to have a need and you've proven yourself an exemplary employee, we may just keep you on as a regular.</div>
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you want to see for yourself why the bookstore is an enjoyable place to
work, don't take my word for it (even though I've been here about four years and know what I'm talking about!). More information on the position, as well as how to apply, can be found
on the <a href="http://www.otc.edu/jobs/jobs.php" target="_blank">OTC Jobs</a> page.</div>
Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-50186626954463324172014-05-02T12:41:00.000-05:002014-09-15T08:47:03.406-05:00Former OTC Bookstore Employee Has His Own "Duck Dynasty" Going On<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
OTC Bookstore has had a number of employees come and go over the years, each one with just as wide a variety of hopes, dreams, and aspirations.</div>
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Kory Cribb (or "Kowboy Kory" as we often called him) was one such employee, a good ol' downhome country boy with a dream of starting his own successful duck call business. Mind you, this was years before Duck Dynasty became a cultural phenomenon.</div>
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Fast forward several years, and Falling Feathers Game Calls has grown into a massive success. Check out <a href="http://www.ozarksfirst.com/story/d/story/ducks-mean-big-business-for-local-game-call-maker/13275/6iUtTw2ockGlX6gmODyc7g" target="_blank">this interview Kory had with OzarksFirst.com.</a></div>
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On behalf of the OTC Bookstore, we wish him continued success in his endeavors. <span style="text-align: center;">Show Kory your support by </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/fallingfeathersgamecalls" style="text-align: center;" target="_blank">liking Falling Feathers Game Calls on Facebook</a><span style="text-align: center;">, or </span><a href="http://www.fallingfeathersgc.com/" style="text-align: center;" target="_blank">visit the official website here.</a>Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-5557284330005844692014-04-11T14:40:00.000-05:002014-09-15T08:51:18.180-05:00Upcoming events<!--[if !mso]>
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We’re revving into spring, and lots of events are happening at the OTC
Bookstore over the next several weeks. Here’s the rundown:<br />
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<b>SPRING CLOTHING SALE</b><br />
We’ve given our store a new look, and we want to give you one, too! <b>This week,</b>
our entire—yes, ENTIRE—clothing inventory is 40% off! Here's but a small sampling of our wares:<br />
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We also have a limited supply of $10 hoodies.</div>
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This is a great opportunity for you to come see our new floor layout and get
great deals on OTC wear for the spring and summer. Please note that all sales
are final, unless you need to exchange for a different size.<br />
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<b>GRADUATION</b><br />
Graduation is a little more than a month away, and caps and gowns are<b> now
available. </b>Head to the register area of the bookstore to pick up yours. We have
all sizes, so just let us know what you need.<br />
<br />
Please note that we do not carry any regalia related to Phi Theta Kappa. You
will need to contact the Phi Theta Kappa office to pick up those items.<br />
<br />
<b>CLOSED FOR INVENTORY</b><br />
We’ll be closed from <b>Wednesday, April 23<sup>rd</sup> to Wednesday, May 1<sup>st</sup></b>
for inventory.</div>
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<b>BUYBACK</b><br />
As the end of the semester approaches, you’re likely tired of hauling around a
backpack full of books you no longer need--or want. Our peak buyback season
begins <b>Monday, May 5<sup>th</sup> and lasts through Saturday, May 17<sup>th</sup>.</b>
We’ll have more concrete information in the coming weeks.</div>
Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-62165629852474108922014-04-04T15:25:00.000-06:002014-04-04T15:25:30.391-06:00The New Look of the OTC Bookstore<!--[if !mso]>
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<![endif]-->Spring is a time of change, of new beginnings—and the OTC Bookstore has spring
fever. In an effort to better serve students and faculty, as well as simplify your
shopping process, we have made some significant changes to our store’s layout.</div>
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Our register and textbook areas, which were previously at opposite ends of the
store, have now been merged into one. Not only do we have two more registers to
further increase productivity and reduce wait time in line, each customer gets
their own personal bookstore employee to gather their books for them when they
come up to the register (if you’ve ever used our Textbook Reservation service,
it’s the same basic process).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>ONLY OTC
BOOKSTORE EMPLOYEES ARE ALLOWED BEHIND THE REGISTER AREA. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you need to register for your OTC SmartCard
or sell back your textbooks, those areas have been relocated to the far right
end of the register counter.<br />
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At the front of the store where the registers used to be, we have a check-in
station that will act as the new home of booklists. If you need a list of
materials for your classes, this is your stop. We also plan to eventually set
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As you can see, there are a lot of exciting changes taking
place here at the OTC Bookstore, and we sincerely hope you continue to enjoy
your shopping experiences with us.</div>
Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-60699296876651715712013-11-01T07:38:00.000-06:002013-11-01T07:38:18.609-06:00Know Your Bookstore Employees- William<!--[if !mso]>
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<b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN;">While the General Merchandise employees at the OTC Bookstore share similar responsibilities, you have some unique responsibilities. Can you tell us about them? </span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Specifically, my purpose is to help take the load off of our GM manager by doing a lot of background number-crunching to determine the appropriate stock levels for the required supplies. I get to research new and fun items and recommend them for the bookstore. I’m also heavily involved in making sure all students have graduation regalia, processing those orders, and putting plans together for our team store.<br /><br /><b>What do you like to do for fun?</b><br />I enjoy mathematics and playing video games.<br /><br /><b>How long have you been working for the bookstore?</b><br />About 2 years.<br /><br />…oh my gosh, has it been that long?<br /><br /><b>What other, non-OTC jobs have you had in addition to this one?</b><br />I worked at Wal-Mart for ten years in store planning, remodeling and setting up brand new stores all across the country. I’ve traveled everywhere from New York to Florida, Michigan to Texas.<br /><br /><b>What's your favorite aspect of working at the bookstore?</b><br />Being a student, I enjoy the flexible hours and being able to contribute to the success of the bookstore and students at OTC while still having time to do the things that I need to.<br /><br /><b>Any favorite bookstore-related memory you could share with us?</b><br />Last year’s Community Day; we made Sno Cones! I’m also a fan of the student picnics. Really, I enjoy participating in all the events OTC does…at least, when it’s not raining.<br /><br /><b>Working at the bookstore is cool and all, but what's your dream job?</b><br />Teaching mathematics at a small high school in a nice rural town somewhere in the great American South.<br /><br /><b>What’s your favorite item that the bookstore carries, and why?</b><br />I get excited about so many things…I haven’t been able to tell all the special stories behind all the items in my department. The Maped study set <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">[only $6.99!]</i></b> is definitely my favorite item we carry, though. It has a compass, protractor, and triangles, making it much higher-quality than what we previously carried. Students really wanted it, and I was able to resource the item from a different vendor and sell it cheaper to the students!<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><br /></i></b><br /><b>If you could have any super power in the world, what would it be?</b><br />To magically reach difficult students and teach them math.<br /><br /><b><a href="http://otcbookstoreblog.blogspot.com/2012/10/know-your-bookstore-employees-jeff.html" target="_blank">I asked fellow “folically-gifted” employee Jeff</a>, so it only seems right to ask you, as well: what shampoo do you use for your long luxurious locks?</b><br />Suave, though I have been known to use Mane and Tail <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">[BLOGGER’S NOTE: We do not currently sell either item at the OTC Bookstore. Sorry]</i></b>.<br /><br /><b>Finally, what would you like to say to all the people reading this blog right now?</b></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><br /></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Do what you need to do to get your education. Without one, you’ll face significant [avoidable] challenges in life, and OTC is a great place to start.</span></div>
Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-87028453443091036652013-10-18T13:10:00.000-05:002014-09-15T08:47:23.367-05:00We're Hiring! Spring 2013<div class="MsoNormal">
It’s the holiday season, and you know what that means: businesses are hiring extra help for the holiday shopping season! The OTC Bookstore is no different. We need fine men and women to help us through the holiday rush as students prepare to purchase their textbooks and other essential items for the spring semester. <o:p></o:p></div>
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“Man, the bookstore is all the way in Springfield, though,” some of you may be lamenting. “It’s not practical for me to commute all that way to work…”<br />
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Don’t despair. We have some good news for you.<br />
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This holiday season is a little different for us. In previous semesters, we brought various employees from our main OTC location in Springfield to our facilities in Waynesville, Branson, and Lebanon. After OTC opened up a new, significantly larger Lebanon facility in 2011, we had additional space and resources to hire employees specifically for that location. Now with bigger OTC facilities in Waynesville and Table Rock, we can hire employees specifically for those locations, as well! If you live in or around the Waynesville or Hollister areas and you’re looking for work, we want to hear from you! Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to apply, whether you’re an OTC student or not. We have employees ranging from 18 to 60 years of age, students and non-students alike. The work itself is fun, fast, and for you students out there, flexible with your class schedule.<o:p></o:p></div>
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If you want to see for yourself why the bookstore is an enjoyable place to work, then what are you waiting for? Info on how to apply can be found on the <a href="http://www.otc.edu/jobs/jobs.php" target="_blank">OTC Jobs</a> page.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Oh, and did I mention that sometimes the management brings in bagels? With<i> cream cheese?</i><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;">If that’s not incentive to apply for a job here, I don’t know what is.</span>Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-76367597571756616152013-05-24T08:22:00.000-05:002014-09-15T08:51:06.914-05:00Summer financial aid now availableMy Payment Plan is available for use for the summer semester starting this week, and students have been coming into the OTC Bookstore in droves to purchase their textbooks and materials.<br />
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Seriously, I'm hiding in the school's computer lab to do this blog post during my lunch break. Cashiering tuckers a guy out!<br />
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This being the start of another semester, many of you students are just now beginning the college experience. Others of you may be looking for some reminders on the how the book buying process can be done in a quick and easy manner. Being the nice blogger I am, I have taken the liberty of searching out several older posts (but nonetheless very relevant!) that can help.<br />
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<a href="http://otcbookstoreblog.blogspot.com/2012/06/buying-your-books-part-1.html" target="_blank">Getting/Reading A Booklist</a> <br />
<a href="http://otcbookstoreblog.blogspot.com/2012/06/buying-your-books-part-2.html" target="_blank">Finding Your Books</a><br />
<a href="http://otcbookstoreblog.blogspot.com/2012/07/buying-your-books-part-3-shelf-tags.html" target="_blank">Reading Shelf Tags</a><br />
<a href="http://otcbookstoreblog.blogspot.com/2012/07/buying-your-books-part-4-checking-out.html" target="_blank">Checking Out</a><br />
<a href="http://otcbookstoreblog.blogspot.com/2013/02/the-big-financial-aid-faq.html" target="_blank">Financial Aid FAQ</a><br />
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Naturally, these posts can't cover every minute detail about the process. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact any bookstore employee (we're the guys in bright blue shirts), or leave a comment on this post or our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/OTCBookstore?ref=ts&fref=ts" target="_blank">Facebook page. </a><br />
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Oh, one more friendly reminder: you have until <b>Tuesday, June 11th</b> to charge books to your MyPay account. Any returns must be made by <b>Friday, June 7th.</b> Happy buying!Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-87098731904862126382013-05-01T08:50:00.000-05:002014-09-15T09:02:08.000-05:00As One Semester Winds Down...<span style="font-family: inherit;">...another gets ready to begin. Finals week is getting ever-closer, and as we've been seeing the past week or so, more and more students are getting antsy to begin selling back their textbooks they no longer need and purchase their books for the summer semester (seriously, I'd say questions regarding buyback and purchasing summer books have made up a good 85% of the phone calls we've received this week).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Now, we can give you some dates. End-of-semester buyback for the main campus begins <b>MONDAY, MAY 6TH</b> and runs through <b>SATURDAY, MAY 18TH. </b>The following is a list of times and locations.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Mon- Thurs 8a.m. – 6p.m.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Friday 8a.m. – 5p.m.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Saturday 9a.m – 2p.m.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">JARED FAMILY ATRIUM - MAY 6-18</span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Mon- Thurs 9a.m. – 5p.m.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Friday 9a.m. – 4p.m.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Saturday CLOSED</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">STUDENT PLAZA EAST TENT - MAY 6-18</span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Mon- Thurs 9a.m. – 5p.m.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Friday 9a.m. – 4p.m.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Saturday CLOSED</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">RICHWOOD VALLEY CAMPUS, ATRIUM - MAY 13-16</span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Mon – Thurs 9a.m. – 5p.m.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">LEBANON CENTER, ROOM 240, ST. LOUIS BUILDING - MAY 14-16</span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Tues – Thurs 9a.m. – 5p.m.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The usual standards apply: based on inventory demands, students can get up to 50% of the new price. Books for which we have no adoption information will be bought back at national market price – generally between 10% and 30% of the new price – which is based on the popularity of the book, along with supply and demand. Old editions, loose-leaf and out of print books generally have little or no buyback value.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">For those of you eager to begin charging books to your My Payment Plan account (AKA Financial Aid), you can do so starting <b>MONDAY, MAY 20TH,</b> and lasting through <b>TUESDAY, JUNE 11TH.</b> The last date to <span style="line-height: 21px;">return books for summer semester for a full refund will be<b> FRIDAY, JUNE 7TH.</b> After that, it's the standard 3-day return policy.</span><span style="line-height: 21px;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 21px;">Exciting times, boys and girls.</span></span></div>
Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-42081879972805619002013-04-08T20:16:00.000-05:002013-04-08T20:20:10.498-05:00Know Your Bookstore Employees- McKenzie Morrow<br />
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<b>First of all, tell us a little about yourself.</b><br />
I’m tough, sassy, honest almost to a fault, hardworking, can be serious, but enjoy joking around. I like reading books a lot, which is why I wanted to work at a bookstore. I like learning about European history, particularly Eastern Europe, and I hope to travel all over Europe at some point in my life. Maybe eventually live there, too.<br />
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<b>How long have you been working for the bookstore?</b><br />
I started as a seasonal employee in July 2012, and then became a regular in January 2013.<br />
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<b>What other, non-OTC jobs have you had in addition to this one?</b><br />
I worked as a cashier/customer service representative at Bass Pro Shops, then at Mediacom Ice Park as a party hostess, cashier, and customer service rep. And as of last Thursday, I'm now an employee of Great Southern Bank.<br />
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<b>What's your favorite aspect of working at the bookstore?</b><br />
I enjoy working with textbooks and helping people find them. I also enjoy working with other employees; they’re easygoing, fun to hang out with, and take a lot of school-induced stress off of my life.<br />
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<b>Working at the bookstore is cool and all, but what's your dream job?</b><br />
A writer of science fiction/fantasy books, preferably with some historical aspects because that’s my major. But aside from being a writer, I’d like to do something in international politics, since my interests are in Europe and European culture. <br />
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<b>What are your favorite hobbies?</b><br />
My main hobbies are playing softball and reading. Like a nerd, I enjoy doing research on historical subjects. As for my more girly side, I like to go shopping for clothing and makeup. Friendly get-togethers are always fun, too!<br />
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<b>What’s your favorite item that the bookstore carries, and why?</b><br />
Food items, particularly the Planters Nut and Chocolate Trail Mix<b> <i>[Blogger’s note- only $3.99!]</i></b><i>.</i> I’m very hungry when I get to work <i><b>[Blogger’s note- Of course, she eats it before clocking in for work].</b></i><br />
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<b>If you could have any super power in the world, what would it be?</b><br />
Controlling the weather. Tornadoes, hurricanes, thunderstorms, lightning…those would be cool things to control. Oh, telekinesis would also be neat. And shapeshifting. Actually, it would be hard to choose just one super power, so maybe all? <i><b>[Blogger’s note- No.]</b></i><br />
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<b>Finally, what would you like to say to all the people reading this blog right now?</b><br />
Don’t forget to bring your Smart Card whenever you come to buy your books!Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-21941719810450317542013-04-02T06:36:00.000-06:002014-09-15T08:47:38.730-05:00Graduation Gear is Here!<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
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Graduation is coming up in a little over a month, and as of today, all graduating students who have paid their graduation fee are able to pick up their regalia at the OTC Bookstore. Just drop by at your convenience, head to the customer service desk at the back of the store, and show us your Smart Card so that we can verify your eligibility for graduation. That’s it!<br />
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Your graduation package consists of a cap, custom gown, tassel, and a complimentary coffee mug. Certain students meeting special conditions will receive a golden honors cord if they have a GPA of 3.5 or above and/or veteran’s cord if they’ve served in the military. If you’re a member of Phi Theta Kappa, you can pick up any PTK regalia from the PTK office. <br />
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A few more friendly reminders: if you’re a female graduate planning on wearing high heels to graduation, you’ll want to take that into consideration when picking your gown length. Also, if you have yet to pay your graduation fee at the Cashier’s Office, you will not appear on our list as eligible to graduate, and will need to bring a receipt of payment to us from said office as proof.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The OTC Bookstore offers a variety of other graduation merchandise for purchase, including announcements, souvenir and keychain tassels, keepsake clocks, certificate<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>and graduation frames, cards, and even graduation Christmas ornaments. Be sure to take a look at our selection before you leave.<br />
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So, there you have it. Not too difficult, right? But getting your regalia is only part of the process. What about the actual graduation ceremony? That will be discussed in an upcoming blog entry.</div>
Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-79009770240847935402013-04-01T20:16:00.000-06:002013-04-08T20:21:21.137-05:00Know Your Bookstore Employees: Matthew Reichert<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>First of all, tell us a little about yourself.</b><br />
I am a sophomore at OTC with plans to transfer to Missouri State soon. I'm currently stuck in between majors, Music Education and…I don’t know the other one yet.<br />
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<b>How long have you been working for the bookstore?</b><br />
About 1 year and 2 months, off and on.<br />
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<b>What other, non-OTC jobs have you had in addition to this one?</b><br />
I’ve had a lot. Subway (the restaurant), various pools as a lifeguard/swimming lessons instructor, and a call center job at Brookstone, to name a few.<br />
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<b>What's your favorite aspect of working at the bookstore?</b><br />
I really like not having to sit down in a cubicle. I’m forced to remain active. I particularly enjoy visiting the other OTC campuses.<br />
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<b>Working at the bookstore is cool and all, but what's your dream job?</b><br />
To play in a really good orchestra, maybe perform music for a movie score.<br />
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<b>Any kind of movie in particular?</b><br />
Something like Lord of the Rings or Star Wars. As a whole, I feel those kind of movies have way better scores.<br />
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<b>What’s your favorite item that the bookstore carries, and why?</b><br />
Good question. There are so many options! I most often buy candy<i><b> (of which we have many varieties- Blogger)</b></i>, but I think that all of our flash drives <i><b>(starting at $14.99)</b></i> are pretty neat.<br />
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<b>Any kind of flash drive in particular?</b><br />
Darth Vader! <b><i>($24.99!)</i></b><br />
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<b>What sort of hobbies do you enjoy outside of work?</b><br />
I like to go to the gym, play piano, and listen to music.<br />
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<b>If you could have any super power in the world, what would it be?</b><br />
Invisibility. It’d be interesting to see how people act when no one is around them.<br />
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<b>As a music major, what one song would you say perfectly encapsulates your bookstore experience thus far?</b><br />
Space Jam! In Text Res we played that song over and over again.<br />
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<b>Finally, what would you like to say to all the people reading this blog right now?</b><br />
S’up, y'all? Go Eagles!<br />
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<i><b>(I don't care what it's Rotten Tomatoes rating is; Space Jam was a great movie.) </b></i>Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-53538446625502502172013-03-19T12:29:00.000-06:002014-09-15T08:49:18.807-05:00Sourcing and Pricing TextbooksHave you ever wondered how a university or college bookstore goes about sourcing and pricing textbooks?<br />
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You now have a chance to hear it, listen to this podcast and hear for yourself how the college industry as a whole sources and prices textbooks. There are many variables that contribute to individual stores operating slightly different, but as a rule and as a basic foundation all bookstore operates as stated on this podcast.<br />
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The OTC Bookstore operates very similar to this scenario.<br />
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<a href="http://campusretailing.com/2013/03/17/episode-2-sourcing-pricing-textbooks/" target="_blank">Campus Retailing Podcast: Episode #2 Sourcing and Pricing Textbooks</a>OTC Bookstorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16793063885408059232noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-75830518643109905242013-03-11T12:47:00.004-06:002014-09-15T08:49:07.925-05:00Spring break!What, it's spring break and you're spending your precious free time reading the bookstore's blog?<br />
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...good for you! Because we have information for you.<br />
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The vast majority of students may be out and about for spring break, but your loyal<br />
friends at the OTC Bookstore are staying put to cover all of your assorted bookstore-related<br />
needs. Our hours for this week are as follows:<br />
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<b>Monday-Thursday 8AM-5PM<br />Friday: Closed </b><br />
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We know there are several of you out there who still have yet to purchase your textbooks<br />
for your B-Block classes, and we highly recommend you use whatever newfound free time<br />
you have this week to do so! If you're using MyPay MyWay, the last day to use financial<br />
aid to charge your books is <b>Friday, March 22nd</b> (the end of next week). That's also the last day to return anything purchased for B-Block classes for a full refund. Any B-Block charges purchased after that date will fall to our standard <b>3-business-day</b> return period.<br />
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That's all we have for now. Go back to soaking up the sun on the beach for a while. We'll be here when you get back.Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-39016939621503447872013-02-13T16:45:00.000-06:002014-09-15T08:49:37.395-05:00The Big Financial Aid FAQ<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
With financial aid refunds starting to come in, now is a good time for some friendly reminders on how financial aid works.<br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">IS FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE SEMESTER?</b><br />
No. Financial aid is only available for a limited time during each semester. The Cashier’s Office opens financial aid several weeks before the start of classes so that students may purchase their textbooks and other necessary items. After several weeks into the semester have passed and students have been given ample time to get what they need, the Cashier’s Office closes financial aid so that students may receive whatever leftover money they are owed.<br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">WHY DID YOU ASK ME IF I WAS A B-BLOCK STUDENT WHEN I PURCHASED MY TEXTBOOKS?</b><br />
B-block classes are shorter classes OTC offers that begin partway through the semester. Financial aid can be used after the regular cutoff date ONLY for students taking these B-block classes. We ask whether you are taking such a class so that we can verify that you are allowed to use financial aid to pay for your materials.<br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">WHY CAN’T WE USE FINANCIAL AID YEAR-ROUND, ANYWAY?</b><br />
As said, financial aid eventually needs to be closed so that the Cashier’s Office can deposit any refund money into a bank account of your choosing. Usually refunds are deposited into bank accounts around 2 or 3 weeks (?) after financial aid closes. And you’re always welcome to come back to the bookstore and use your refund money to purchase any other supplies you need. Just think of it as a brief “transition” period.<br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">HOW DOES MY SMART CARD RELATE TO FINANCIAL AID?</b><br />
Many students are under the misconception that everything they purchase in the bookstore is done so with their OTC Smart Card. During the busy season, we ask to see your Smart Card simply for identification purposes. We can access and utilize your financial aid by looking up your name in our database.<br />
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Once your financial aid has paid for all of your charges for the semester, you have two options for receiving your refund money. It can either be deposited into your own personal bank account, or a new bank account that you create through Higher One, the company that we partner with to create the Smart Cards. If you go the latter route, then, and ONLY THEN, can the Smart Card also act as a debit card. Use it as you would any other debit card, wherever you go, including the OTC Bookstore.<br />
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OTC has two Higher One ATMs located around the campus, one in the OTC Bookstore, the other in front of the Cashier’s Office in Information Commons. Standard ATM rules apply. Please note that you can only withdraw $500 per day.<br />
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Please also note that when refunds start coming in, students will be scrambling like mad to get to the ATMs as soon as possible, so if you don’t want to wait in line or risk the ATMs running out of cash before you get there, withdraw early! </div>
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These are just the main questions we receive at the OTC Bookstore regarding financial aid, but there are many, many more. For a bevy of other financial aid-related info, check out OTC's <a href="http://www.otc.edu/financialaid/financialaid.php" target="_blank">Financial Aid page.</a></div>
Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-20750940852598286232013-01-07T06:54:00.000-06:002014-09-15T08:48:04.372-05:00It's TextRes TimePlace a textbook reservation within the past few months? Been chomping at the bit to get your hands on your textbooks for the Spring semester? Wait no more! The OTC bookstore has been scurrying around like crazy getting over four thousand orders together, and today, you can begin picking them up. If you're familiar with TextRes, you know how things work. If you're new to the TextRes experience, here's the rundown by campus. <br />
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<b>NOTE:</b> If you're taking classes at more than one OTC campus, your order will be held at the campus holding the majority of your classes (i.e. if you're taking one class on the main campus and two on the Lebanon campus, your order will be at the Lebanon campus).<b> If you're taking classes mostly or solely online, you must specify what campus you want your orders delivered to by emailing <a href="mailto:textres@otc.edu">textres@otc.edu</a>. Otherwise, we will NOT have prepared an order for you.</b><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>ANOTHER NOTE: YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PICK UP YOUR TEXTBOOKS WITHOUT YOUR OTC SMART CARD. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ONE, PLEASE GO TO THE OTC BOOKSTORE AND APPLY FOR ONE BEFORE COMING TO PICK UP YOUR ORDER.</b></span><br />
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<b>MAIN CAMPUS</b><br />
If you're a student taking classes primarily at the Springfield campus, then you can pick up your order in <b>Information Commons West at the Turner Family Foundation Student Lounge, ICW 115, 8:30am-5:30pm Monday - Thursday, and 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday.</b> Proceed to the check-in table, and we'll look up your order number. Take your number to one of the cashiers along with your Smart Card, and we'll grab the complimentary tote bag containing your order. We'll go through your entire order, and you can take out anything you don't need or want. Finally, you can check out using your method of choice (MyPay, check, cash, etc.). <b>The last day for pickups is Friday, January 18th.</b> After that date, all remaining orders will be canceled and returned to our store shelves.<br />
<b><br />RICHWOOD VALLEY</b><br />
You can pick up orders starting <b>Tuesday, January 8th. </b>The reservations will be housed at the <b>RVC Bookstore in the FEMA storm shelter</b> and can be picked up <b>9:00am-5:30pm Monday-Thursday, and 9:00am-4:30pm Friday.</b> Look for the giant OTC Bookstore sign. Show your Smart Card to one of the cashiers, and we'll grab the complimentary tote bag containing your order. We'll go through your entire order, and you can take out anything you don't need or want. Finally, you can check out using your method of choice (MyPay, check, cash, etc.). <b>The last day for pickups is Wednesday, January 23rd. </b>After that date, all remaining orders will be canceled and returned to our store in Springfield.<br />
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<b>LEBANON</b><br />
You can pick up orders starting <b>Wednesday, January 9th. </b>The reservations will be held at the <b>Lebanon Bookstore in Room 240 of the St. Louis Building</b> and can be picked up <b>9:30am-5:30pm Monday - Thursday, and 9:30am-4:30pm Friday. </b>Look for the giant OTC Bookstore sign in the window. Show your Smart Card to one of the cashiers, and we'll grab the complimentary tote bag containing your order. We'll go through your entire order, and you can take out anything you don't need or want. Finally, you can check out using your method of choice (MyPay, check, cash, etc.). <b>The last day for pickups is Wednesday, January 23rd. </b>After that date, all remaining orders will be canceled and returned to our store in Springfield.<br />
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<b>WAYNESVILLE AND BRANSON</b><br />
If you're primarily taking classes at either of these campuses, your books will automatically be reserved for you and are available for pickup starting <b>Thursday, January 10 from 10am - 5:30pm. </b>Show your Smart Card to one of the cashiers, and we'll grab the complimentary tote bag containing your order. We'll go through your entire order, and you can take out anything you don't need or want. Finally, you can check out using your method of choice (MyPay, check, cash, etc.). <b>The last day for pickups is Friday, January 18th.</b> After that date, all remaining orders will be canceled and returned to our store in Springfield. The dates you may pick up textbooks at these locations are as follows:<br />
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<b>Friday, January 11<br />10am - 5:30pm<br />Monday, January 14<br />10am - 5:30pm<br />Tuesday, January 15<br />10am - 5:30pm<br />Thursday, January 17<br />10am - 5:30pm<br />Friday, January 18<br />10am - 5:30pm</b><br />
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If you have questions regarding your reservation or you want to cancel the reservation, you can contact the bookstore at <a href="mailto:textres@otc.edu">textres@otc.edu</a>, call us at 417-447-6620, or leave a comment on the blog or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/OTCBookstore?ref=ts&fref=ts" target="_blank">our Facebook page.</a>Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-42898787537615678972012-12-03T15:39:00.000-06:002014-09-15T08:48:22.362-05:00'Twas the Workday Before Buyback (The Needlessly Wordy, Non-Rhyming Version)<div style="color: #6aa84f;">
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: 72.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Gabriola;">‘T</span></b><b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Gabriola;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">was the workday before buyback, and all through the</span></span></b><br />
<b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Gabriola;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">store<span style="font-size: x-large;">, n</span>ot a creature was stirring...</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">except for the management and employees getting
everything ready so that the book buyback process would be a smooth procedure
without any problems.</span></span></span></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">The power chord was hung from the ceiling with care…</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">...b</span>ecause if it wasn’t, then we wouldn’t have any power going to the computers,
which is an integral aspect of being able to successfully conduct a buyback
transaction.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">The students will nestle, all snug in their beds…</span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-size: small;">...w</span>ondering
if they will be able to sell back their books, because admittedly,</span></b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%;">sometimes it
varies whether or not we’re buying certain materials back.</span></b></span></span></div>
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From day in to day out there will be quite a clatter…</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">...because with this being the buyback season, we have a great deal more traffic
than usual, and many students will be entering and leaving the store at any
given time.</span></span><br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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eyes-how they twinkle! Their dimples how merry!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">…because being able to be rid of class materials that they no longer want whilst
making a decent profit is an appealing prospect. </span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Gabriola;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">So happy
buyback to all, and to all…</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">…please sell your books back to us, as good clientele is the lifeblood of a
retail establishment, and without your patronage, we couldn’t stay in business
and our employees would be out of work.</span></span></span></b></div>
Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-790590833932148252012-12-03T15:38:00.002-06:002014-09-15T08:49:48.195-05:00'Twas the Workday Before Buyback<div>
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<i><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-small;"><b>(The person responsible for posting this blog was told to do so on Friday, which would have made this posting a bit more timely.., enjoy nonetheless.)</b></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">‘T</span>was the workday before
buyback<br />
And all through the store<br />
Not a creature was stirring<br />But the managers four*</span><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%;"> </span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%;">*We actually have seven managers, but seven doesn’t
rhyme with “store.” Sorry, I’m a blogger, not a poet.</span></span></span></span><br />
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The signs were hung from the ceiling with care<br />
In the hopes that on Monday, students would be there<br />
Lining up in droves to sell back their books<br />
Even if we don’t buy them, we’ll at least take a look<br />
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Sell us your stuff! Your art books, your chemistry<br />
How much will we pay? The prices are mysteries!<br />
We take math books, geography, business and Spanish<br />
Line your pockets with cash, feel your backpack weight vanish!</span></span></span><br />
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Arrive early as possible to beat all the lines<br />
We open our doors an hour before nine</span><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%;"> </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%;">Supply and demand's the order of the day</span><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%;"> </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%;">The earlier you sell, the more money we pay<br />
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So be ready for buyback on Monday the third</span><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%;"> </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%;">Do not forget the things you have heard!</span><br /><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%;">
The best prices are here. Do not doubt my word<br />
<br />Selling somewhere else?</span></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: Harrington; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #274e13;">Why, that’s just absurd!</span></span></span></span><b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Harrington; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><br />
</span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Harrington; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;"></span></b>Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-42701373642639995542012-11-19T10:05:00.000-06:002014-09-15T08:47:54.426-05:00The Big Buckyball Bye-Bye Bonanza Blowout! (Or something)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Buckyballs are on sale!</b><br />
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"What are Buckyballs?" you may ask.<br />
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Well, have you ever sat at your big comfy office desk and thought to yourself, "man, I sure could use a set of 216 magnetic beads that can be molded into the shapes of various wacky objects"? I know I have.<br />
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I'm naturally a curious person, so whenever the OTC Bookstore gets a new product, I'm usually eager to check it out. And when my boss put a set of these strange new "Buckyballs" on the front counter for our amusement, they had to be put to the fun test. And have fun with them we did. I mean c'mon, look at the cool stuff you can do with these things:<br />
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But maybe you like your magnetic desk toys in forms other than that of tiny beads. How about <a href="http://www.getbuckyballs.com/products/#%21/buckybars" target="_blank"><b>bars?</b></a> How about <a href="http://www.getbuckyballs.com/products/#%21/chromatics" target="_blank"><b>in a variety of colors?</b></a> What if you want 'em <a href="http://www.getbuckyballs.com/products/#%21/buckybigs" target="_blank"><b>in triple their normal size?</b></a> The OTC Bookstore sells 'em all.<br />
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But not for long.<br />
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Unfortunately, due to issues with children swallowing them despite clear warning labels on every side of the package, the original Buckyballs in their wide array of colors are no longer being manufactured (BuckyBars and BuckyBigs will not be affected). That means the ones we have in the store are the last ones we'll ever carry. What's the OTC Bookstore to do?<br />
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Why, have a sale, of course!<br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">50% OFF UNTIL THEY ARE GONE!</span></b> Please note that due to the potential swallowing hazard, we cannot sell the product to anyone under the age of 14 or anyone that is purchasing Buckyballs accompanied by anyone under 14.<br />
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So pick up your Buckyballs today! Because once they're gone, they're gone <b>forever!</b><br />
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<br />Paul Cecchinihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06668439262131427676noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8871648424458953293.post-80664059073904045382012-11-16T14:18:00.001-06:002014-09-15T08:48:47.893-05:00A Few Friendly Reminders<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We’re nearing the end of the semester. That means things are about to get busy around here. Here’s a handy-dandy list of the latest goings-on:<br /><br />-<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Registration for classes is now open.</b> You can either reserve your classes online at </span><a href="http://www.otc.edu/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">the OTC website</span></a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> or do so in person at Student Services in Springfield or the main offices in other OTC locations.<br /><br />-If you’re looking to reserve your textbooks, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Textbook Reservation (TextRes) is now open.</b> To make things simple for you, you can reserve your books RIGHT NOW by </span><a href="https://www.otc.edu/FORMS/bookstore/reserve/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">clicking this handy dandy link right here.</span></a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> Please note that if you are enrolled in the Branson or Waynesville campuses, your books will automatically be reserved for you. All you have to do is come pick them up. More info in a future blog post.<br /><br /><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">-<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Financial Aid (MyPay MyWay) will be available for use on Monday, December 17<sup>th</sup>.</b> <span style="color: red;">YOU CANNOT CHARGE YOUR BOOKS TO FINANCIAL AID UNTIL THAT DAY.</span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; line-height: 115%; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">-On a more lighthearted note, <b>our Big Buckyball Bye-Bye Blowout Bonanza</b> (or B6, as I like to call it) <b>starts Monday</b> (okay, actually I made up the entire name). 10% off all Buckyballs! More info on that Monday. My boss also has cryptically mentioned something about <b>Star Wars</b> and <b>ping pong balls</b> on our </span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/OTCBookstore" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Facebook page.</span></a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> Color me curious.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">(<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">A note from the boss</span></i>) -<b>December Book Buyback</b> starts on <i>Monday December 3rd! </i>Oddly enough the same day that the Springfield campus will understand the connection between ping pong balls, Star Wars, and Cash 4 Books! Don't worry Lebanon, Waynesville, Branson, and Richwood Valley you'll also get to experience some fun things too! (<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>end of the stuff the boss wanted to add</i></span>)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; line-height: 115%; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">So, as you can see, we're prepping for a lot of stuff at the OTC Bookstore, and we hope you'll all be along with us for the ride!</span></span></div>
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