Bison Café/Micro-Economy

Running a business first hand offers students early exposure to the meaning of money and the basis of economic systems. Students plan, operate, and account for business ventures related to the student-run coffee shop and seasonal sales events. History and applied economics are studied as part of the micro-economy operations.

Students run the coffee shop and produce/sell their baked goods; they use the proceeds to sustain the business. The program teaches an understanding of production and exchange, division of labor, organization, management and financial responsibility while building confidence and self-esteem. Students are supervised by a faculty member. The Bison Café provides an atmosphere that allows students, faculty, staff, and the parent community to enjoy quality food and beverages.