From Craigslist to the MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center to Facebook groups, students are exploring different outlets to cheaply furnish their new places. Sometimes, they even get their hands on useful items for free.
Communication sophomore Colleen McBride used a Facebook group for MSU students called Free & For Sale to get additions for her new house. She purchased electronics and kitchenware from students in the group, as well as helped her friend find a desk and nightstand. McBride said that it is the cheaper route to go, and it is cool to be giving money to other MSU students as well.
Another option students, such as hospitality business sophomore Chase Ryan and prenursing freshman Erin Schoen, have taken advantage of is the MSU Surplus Store. Here, students are able to buy used items for cheap, such as couches, futons, tables and bikes.
Ryan said stores like this are good because they provide students with helpful options to find what they need for a reasonable price.
Schoen agreed.
“College is expensive and I want to save as much as I can,” she said. “In four years, it will probably be trashed anyways.”
The desire for deals has not gone unnoticed by MSU Surplus Store employees. Charley Duffy said that the week students move in is very busy, so the store extends its hours.
The MSU Surplus Store is open for sale from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Friday.
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