Basking Ridge, N.J. – Visitors to Barnes and Noble’s college shops can pick up more than just the reading assigned on their syllabuses this season.
Barnes & Noble Education – which was spun off from Barnes & Noble in 2015 as a separate entity – is expanding its dorm and campus living category for back to campus. The amplified assortment includes:
- Bedding: Sheets, comforters, mattresses, mattress toppers and pillow sets.
- Bath: Towels, shower caddies and bathmats.
- Storage/Organization: Three-drawer charging carts, multi-purpose bedside stands on wheels with built-in USB ports and outlets, and storage and organizers to maximize space and efficiency.
- Room Décor: Decorative pillows, headboards, wall art and lighting.
- Stress Relief: Sensory immersion products designed to de-stress and calm the mind, including new dorm-safe flameless scented candles and diffusers.
The assortment is available online on all BNC campus store websites and in-store at 60 campus bookstores nationwide.
There will also be full-room showcase displays at 10 BNC campus stores: Louisiana State University, University of Pennsylvania, Georgetown University, Florida International University, Georgia Tech, University of Mississippi, Yale University, Penn State, University of Connecticut and Mississippi State University.
“Based on proprietary research, we have selected brands and products that resonate with today’s college students,” said Celeste Risimini-Johnson, chief merchandise & operations officer, Barnes & Noble College. “The expanded and curated selection of dorm essentials is part of our ongoing commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our students, providing them with high-quality, affordable products that enhance their campus and off-campus living experiences.”