The nation’s first brick-and-mortar Student Made Store is set to open Friday on the Square at Troy University’s IDEA Bank and promises to be a new intersection between student entrepreneurs and the community.
The IDEA Bank is located at 63 South Court Street on the corner of Court Street and Three Notch Street. TROY’s Student-Made Store is currently comprised of 15 student creators, a number that IDEA Bank Director Lynne George says is growing.
“We’re at 15 and counting. Patrons can expect to find a wide variety of items showcasing unique student art, jewelry, clothing, custom creations and much more,” she said.
A block-party styled grand opening event hosted by the Pike County Chamber of Commerce will begin at 11:30 a.m. and features vendors such as Melia’s Cupcakes, Rike’s Tacos, T-Roy and more.
TROY’s store is part of a consortium of 13 other student-made stores at campuses across the nation but is unique in that it is the only one to operate a store front and an online store.
“In addition, not only are the products all student-made, but the store is also completely student run. Six student managers will oversee the daily operations of the store, including a fully student-staffed business,” George said.
During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to shop and meet the talented student creators and managers through a special meet-and-greet inside the IDEA Bank. Please note that the store will operate cashless. All payments must be made via credit, debit, or ApplePay for convenience and safety.
Follow the journey and share your experience with @studentmade_troy on social media. For more information, please contact ideabank@troy.edu or 334-808-6777 or visit the website at https://www.studentmadestore.com/student-made-troy.
