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Follett Virtual Bookstores
Nov 20, 2009
River Grove, Illinois, October, 2009 Follett Corporation today introduced Follett Virtual Bookstores " which will serve both career colleges and traditional institutions in the higher education marketplace. Follett Virtual Bookstores will provide a wide range of course material and online bookstore options for institutions seeking customized textbook operations. Follett Virtual Bookstores will leverage Follett's strengths in textbook distribution, library services, education software and digital resources. "With the rising cost of education today, there is a growing need to provide institutions and students with convenient and economical alternatives for gaining access to educational resources. Also, with the transition from print to digital technologies underway, colleges and universities across the spectrum are looking for companies with the expertise and resources to lead the way. We are confident that the experience that comes from 135+ years of service to the educational marketplace makes us a stable and experienced partner," said Chris Traut, President, Follett Corporation. About Follett Virtual Bookstores Follett Virtual Bookstores of River Grove, Illinois, works with educational institutions in higher education and K-12 to develop and support cost-effective, customized virtual bookstore products and services including fulfillment of new and used books, custom published materials, e-books and rental programs. Follett Virtual Bookstores is powered by efollett.com, the nation's most visited ecommerce collegiate website that provides products and services through a network of more than 1200 online campus stores. About Follett Follett Corporation is a $2.3 billion, privately-held company that provides products, services and solutions to the educational marketplace. Follett Corporation was founded in 1873, and today is headquartered in River Grove, Illinois.
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