The Patriot Bookstore is a University operated auxiliary facility that exists to serve the textbook and supply needs of students, faculty and staff. In addition to textbooks, the Bookstore offers FMU apparel, greeting cards, paperback bestsellers and magazines, and current popular compact discs. Also available are personal fax sending and receiving services for a nominal charge. The Patriot Bookstore is a source of graduation supplies-caps and gowns, invitations and University class rings. Normal hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.