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Cougar Shops

UARSC is responsible for operating the CSUSM Bookstore, the University Store, and CSUSM Dining Services: the Big Cat Bistro, Big Cat Market, University Catering, CSUSM Vending, CSUSM Starbucks, and Campus Coffee. 

In addition, UARSC also manages the campus Approved Vendor Program making sure that all approved vendors are in compliance with Cal State San Marcos' insurance, license, permit and certification requirements.

Retail Services

University Store (760) 750-4737
CSUSM Bookstore (760) 750-4730

Derek Dioses
CSUSM Bookstore Manager
University Store Manager
(760) 750-4731



Dining Services

Big Cat Market (760) 750-4755
Big Cat Bistro - Manager (760) 750-4765
CSUSM Starbucks (760) 750-4758
University Catering
Nick Principe, Catering Coordinator (760) 750-3131
Manager (760) 750-4764

Ursula Berger
Food Services Manager
(760) 750-4765

Gene Pickardt
Executive Chef
(760) 750-4752

Donna Provost
General Manager
(760) 750-4764

Tim and Sandra Sabatini
Campus Coffee Managers
(760) 703-3515



University Store and University Bookstore Logo

University Catering Logo

Food Pass Logo

 Big Cat Bistro Logo

    Big Cat Market Logo

       Starbucks Logo

Campus Coffee Logo