by Tiffany Logue

Staff writer

The Southeastern bookstore has a new program available to its students.  Students can save up to 50 percent on textbooks by renting them instead of buying.

“Not all titles are available for renting, but over 100 titles are,” said Jackie Codner, SE bookstore manager. “Around 97 percent of students say they would rent again, company wide.”

However, the renting program is not for students who like to keep books or if the book needed is also required for another course.

The rented textbooks come with some rules.

First, once rented, the textbook will not be accepted if there are missing or ripped pages or excessive water damage. If there are any, you will be charged 75 percent of the price for a new textbook and a processing fee.

Second, the book must be rented with a credit card. The card number is only kept on file in case you do not return the textbook or they do not accept it due to physical qualities of the book.

Third, books must be turned in by Dec. 12 or you will also be charged. The bookstore gives an option for renters to receive a text message before the book is due to help you remember. Standard phone charges apply for receiving a text message.

Codner told students’ parents in orientation, “If your student is responsible, this program is for you. It is a great way to save money on textbooks.”

More information about the textbook rental program is available at the bookstore or on its websites www.se.bkstore.com or www.facebook.com/SEbookstore.

Staff photo by Laura Tomah