According to Shevie Sloan, executive assistant at Walgreens, the reason it is there is to cater to Drake students. We're hoping that we'll have all the stuff the college kids will need, and that they will come here to buy it. Though originally scheduled to open in early February, the grand opening was pushed up a month. Sloan said it was a corporate decision to open early. They wanted to open before Drake students got back from their break.
Students enjoy having the new store close to campus.
Besides, it's cheaper than the C-Store. The convenience of the close proximity is tainted for some Drake students. However, with their early hours, I think it's not as beneficial as it might be if they were open 24 hours a day. Several Drake students have sought out employment at the new Walgreens. The store is currently reviewing applications.