HistoryThe Iowa State University Book Store is YOUR store. Owned and operated by Iowa State University, the University Book Store has been serving the faculty, staff, students, and community for over 100 years. The University Book Store began in the 1800's in a small room in Beardshear Hall. In 1892, the Hub was completed to satisfy the need for a new bookstore, Post Office, and waiting room for the Dinkey, the Ames-to-campus steam motor line. The Book Store continued its counter service operation for 66 years. In 1958, it was moved to the Memorial Union to expand the facilities, become self serve, and add new services. To satisfy the campus' growing needs, the Book Store quickly doubled its space in the Memorial Union.SpecialtiesOur Mission As the official bookstore serving Iowa State University, we will provide customers the educational products, services and resources to support Iowa State University's mission. We accomplish our mission by: Focusing on our customers Valuing our people Connecting with our communities Continuously improving our processes Our Vision The Iowa State University Book Store is a forward thinking effective partner in advancing the University's mission. We value: Our customers Diversity and inclusion Creativity Integrity Communication Stewardship We sell textbooks, ISU clothing and gifts, gift cards, fiction and non-fiction books, magazines, children's books, gifts, school and office supplies, art supplies, electronics, computers, headphones, educational priced software, and much more!