Mount Saint Mary College and the Downtown District Alliance recently connected students with local business owners during the Local Business Fair on campus.
The event brought Newburgh entrepreneurs directly to students, faculty, and staff, highlighting area offerings and promoting the college’s ongoing Knight Discounts program.
Through the Knight Discounts program, Mount students, faculty, and staff receive an exclusive 10 percent discount off their bill at participating local restaurants and retail stores simply by showing their Mount ID card. The initiative aims to enhance the student experience, introduce new generations to local small businesses, and foster economic vitality across the vibrant downtown district.
“This program not only aids area business, but also helps Mount Saint Mary College students to become more familiar with the community,” said Emily Lundy, director of Student Engagement and Deputy Title IX and Title VI Coordinator at the Mount. “Service to the local community is built into the Mount’s classes, programs, and student clubs. A stronger connection between Newburgh and the Mount can boost our students' affinity for the city, and along with it, their desire to serve the community.”
During the fair, students sampled treats, learned about local services, and engaged with featured community vendors, including:
- Betty’s Snack Bar
- Dina’s Italian Cafeteria
- Bivona’s Simply Pasta
- Cafe Little Treasure
- Newburgh Farmer’s Market
- Story Forge Game Store
- The Wherehouse
- Newburgh Yoga Shala
For a full list of participating vendors and details on future exclusive offers, visit www.msmc.edu/KnightDiscount.
Local business owners interested in joining the Knight Discounts program can contact the Downtown District Alliance at DowntownDistrict.NB@gmail.com.