Under a new agreement with Follett Higher Education, Follett will manage the University of Montevallo bookstore in Montevallo, Ala., and the store will take a new name, Freddie's Books and More, a reference to the university's mascot, Freddie the Falcon.
B.J. Posey, the university's manager of contracts and purchasing, said, "UM made the decision to partner with Follett due to our shared commitment to driving student outcomes and classroom success. Follett's innovation in campus retail and ecommerce, along with their approach to providing affordable course materials for our students, will enhance our student experience and campus community."
Follett is making what the school calls "a significant investment" in the Montevallo campus retail location on Main Street and the online campus store, "giving students and fans anytime/anywhere access to classroom materials and premier fan gear."