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Coffee shop opens, brews interest with students, faculty

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Sarah Patterson of Chadron, left, is available in the Coffee Shop located on the main floor of the Rita E. King Library during the hours of operation. — Photo by Teri Robinson
Sarah Patterson of Chadron, left, is available in the Coffee Shop located on the main floor of the Rita E. King Library during the hours of operation. — Photo by Teri Robinson

Students looking for a quick pick-me-up can now stop in the new coffee shop located in the Library Learning Center. The Reta King Library and Chadron State Dining Services have joined together to provide this new addition to the campus for students to use while in the Learning Center. 

The coffee shop is located on the main floor of the library. The shop is open Monday-Thursday 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 5-8 p.m., and Friday 7-11 a.m. 

There are many beverage options to choose from, including both hot and cold drinks. The main focus is the Virtu machine that grinds fresh LaRue coffee for patrons. A different sandwich and salad will be available daily and an assortment of snacks. 

The new coffee machine dispenses a vanilla latte into a students cup. The Coffee Shop in the Rita E. King Library is now open on the main floor. — Photo by Teri Robinson
The new coffee machine dispenses a vanilla latte into a students cup. The Coffee Shop in the Rita E. King Library is now open on the main floor. — Photo by Teri Robinson

Payment options for students include either cash or EagleBucks. Students will not be able to use their meal plan to pay for items. A credit card machine will be available for use later on. 

The coffee shop was a project constructed by the CSC maintenance staff over the 2014 summer months. 

Jon Hansen, vice president of enrollment management, marketing & student services, said if the coffee shop and LLC become popular places for students, there is a possibility for special events to take place in the LLC, including live bands and Open Mic Nights.

Students are invited to look at the CSC Dining Services Facebook page so they can be informed about the events, food and beverages at the coffee shop. They are also invited to follow @LLCatCSC on Twitter to have access to information from the LLC and coffee shop.