Bookstores strive to have textbooks available for all students prior to the start of classes.
However, if your book is not on the shelf, check for a status card. This will show the approximate arrival date for the book. If a status card is not available, please ask a clerk for assistance. The clerk will be able to find out the status of the book and see that the appropriate department chair is notified of the situation. If a student places a special order with the bookstore, they will be contacted when the book arrives.