Join us for Gopher Gear Up 2024, a campus wide event for students and families to learn about course materials, textbook affordability and other services and information available at the University of Minnesota Bookstores. Plus, enjoy major sales, games, prizes, treats, and activities including several grand prize giveaways. This event takes place at the University of Minnesota Bookstores in Coffman Memorial Union. 

During the event, students can learn how to acquire their course materials and textbooks, connect with vendors about resources on and off campus, and shop the U of M Bookstores' huge selection of apparel, gifts, books, supplies, technology, and more! 

Catch these great sales at the Gopher Gear Up event:

• Back To School Supplies Sale - 20 - 50% off supplies
• 20% off Computer Sleeves
• 15% off Headphones
• 20% off Backpacks
• 25% off Apparel and gifts

Vendors include:

• Champion: Play corn hole and enter to win Bookstores gift cards!
• Gopher Sports: Visit for U of M sports posters, student ticket information, and more.
• Insomnia Cookies: Stop by for a free cookie, donated by Insomnia!
• Coca-Cola: Enjoy some refreshments from the official beverage provider for the U.
• Huntington Bank: Discover important banking information and giveaways!
• Jostens: Learn about college jewelry with Jostens and take advantage of these promotions: $120 Off – Lustrium, Cast Qualities, Two-Tone metal finishes; $150 Off – Solaris Elite, Sterling Silver metal finishes; $175 Off – Gold (10K, 14K, 18K). Plus, enter to win a University of Minnesota ring!
• MacPherson's: Decorate a mini canvas and easel for your dorm using POSCA markers!
• The Human of Color Hair: Celebrate and learn about textured and curly hair! Limited Giveaways available!
• ZooZatz: Visit with this local women’s clothing vendor and enter in a raffle for food delivery service gift cards with a purchase of ZooZatz merchandise.
• MTech: Take advantage of education savings on technology and talk to our certified technicians about on-campus services.
• Tech by Douglas Stewart: See the latest technology from JBL, Skullcandy, Urbanista, and Shokz!
• Brea Reese Scratch Art: Create your own scratch art using Brea Reese products!
• UMDPS: Meet with the Department of Public Safety to learn about campus safety resources.
• Gopher Family Engagement: Say hello to the U of M Parent & Family Program to get program information and small giveaways.
• Textbooks: Visit with our staff for answers to your questions about Course Works, the UMN’s new course materials program.
• U of M Alumni Association: Sign up to be a member while you're here! Even current students can join and get access to tons of discounts, networking opportunities, and events around campus.

Enter to win the following prizes:

• A U of M Bookstores shopping spree
• U of M Bookstores gift cards
• A food delivery service gift card
• Back-to-School supplies bundle
• A University of Minnesota ring
• Fill a tote bag with your choice of books
• And More!

Mark Your Calendar Now! The Gopher Gear Up 2024 event is Tuesday, August 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the University of Minnesota Bookstores in Coffman Memorial Union. Vendors will be present from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.. Registration or RSVP is not required. This event is free for all attendees.