What is the Maroon Market?

The Maroon Market is a platform created by and for Susquehanna University students. We aim to create an inclusive platform that allows students to swap textbooks, trade books, and school supplies for no cost. By eliminating the financial barriers that often accompany higher education book costs, we strive to reduce the overall cost burden on students. Through this community-driven website, we enable students to access essential academic resources without the financial strain, while contributing to a culture of resource-sharing and open information.

Mission Statement

To facilitate the free exchange of textbooks, trade books, school supplies, and other educational materials to reduce the overall cost burden on Susquehanna University students.

President and co-founder: Haley Dittbrenner

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Majors: Creative writing; publishing and editing

Minor: Professional and civic writing

Haley has extensively studied textbook piracy and circulation, with her research presented at Susquehanna University, the Pennsylvania Library Association, the Associated College Libraries of Central Pennsylvania, and the Association of College and Research Libraries. Additionally, she has helped jumpstart the open access program on SU’s campus. She will serve as the liaison between Maroon Market staff, university staff, and the Susquehanna University student body.

Outside of her work in libraries, Haley is a fiction writer! She has written two short story collections, and her short fiction has been featured in magazines on and off campus. Her favorite genres are zombie apocalypse and post-apocalyptic.

Song: Zombie by the Cranberries

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Meet the Staff

Treasurer and co founder: Mary Harman

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Major: Mathematics

Minors: Actuarial Science and Spanish Studies

Mary has extensive experience working in the Center for Academic Success as a tutor and student assistant. She is also a teaching assistant to one of the math professors on campus. She has additionally taken courses in Statistics and Finance.

Mary enjoys baking and reading in her free time. One of her favorite things to make is cinnamon rolls. Her favorite subject within her major is statistics, and she really enjoys working with Excel.

Song: Love Grows (Where my Rosemary Goes) by Edison Lighthouse

OFFICIAL LOCATIONS:

The Blough-Weis Library (near the front desk)
Hawk Hub.

Website Upkeep/Social Media Manager: Maiya Dimattei

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Majors: Psychology; Secondary Education

Maiya has experience with running and moderating social media accounts. She is also experienced in website creation and educational technology.

Some of Maiya’s hobbies include crocheting and junk journaling! Her favorite subject in her major is social/cultural psychology.

Song: On Melancholy Hill by Gorillaz