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Employee & Student Discounts


This website shows a list of business establishments in the Duluth and surrounding communities that offer discounts to University of Minnesota Duluth employees and/or students. Some businesses may require proof of employment, either with a pay stub or a UCard. Disclaimer: UMD Department of Human Resources & Equal Opportunity is not liable for businesses not honoring discounts. Listing is for information purposes only and is not an endorsement or guarantee from the University of Minnesota Duluth.

BUSINESSES ELIGIBLE FOR LISTING

Only business establishments (such as hotels, restaurants, department stores, gift shops, grocery stores, auto shops, cell phone companies, fitness centers, insurance companies, hardware stores) located in Duluth and surrounding communitiess are eligible for listing. UMD Department of Human Resources & Equal Opportunity reserves the right to decline a request.
Eligible business - Fill out an online form to request listing
NOT ELIGIBLE FOR LISTING
  • Direct marketers;
  • Internet businesses; and
  • University of Minnesota employee owned business.
For questions, call 218-726-7822.


Business

Discount Offered

Special discounts may change periodically, contact the company for the latest discount.
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120A Piercing Studio, Inc.
120A West First Street
Duluth MN 55802
Danny Buchta, 218-727-4495		 $5 off any piercing
24 Hour Fitness Experts
4879A Miller Trunk Hwy
Hermantown MN
Peter Murphy, 218-727-2600		 1 free personal training session
1 month free tanning
Enrollment $50, monthly $21
2nd Wind Exercise Equipment
5071 Miller Trunk Hwy
Duluth MN 55811
Ron Caron, 218-729-7700
rcaron@2ndwindexercise.com 		Faculty& staff are eligible to receive corporate discount on exercise equipment including free delivery with UCard. Call the business for more details.
Ace Hardware
212 W Superior St
Duluth MN 55802		 10% off regular price art supplies
After Hours Computer Repair
23 W Central Entrance #321
Duluth MN 55811
218-348-1832
helpdesk@afterhourscr.com		 10% off in-home or in-office service call (labor only)
AT&T
see phone book for location
15 % discount
Apply for a discount at the retail store. May require proof of employment.
Baja Tanning
1342 W Arrowhead Rd
Duluth MN 55807		 Special student rates with up to 15% discount for new customers and special $0.99 for first tan
Bohemia Arts Fine Art Supplies and Gallery
22 N. 1st Ave. W.
Duluth MN 55802
218-722-2919
Maria Sippola		 With a valid UMD ID, students receive 10% off art supplies and eligibility for other special monthly promotions and sales
Chester Creek Books & Antiques
1333 E. Superior Street
Duluth MN 55802
218-724-4427
Mark Kilen
Markayk@email.com		 10% off on all books and antiques
Comfort Zone Therapeutic Massage
11 E. Superior St. Suite 315
Duluth MN 55802
218-720-4444 fax 218-720-4499		 10% discount on a 60- or 90-min massage
ConnectionZ "The Cell Phone Store"
207 W Superior St
Holiday Center - Skywalk Level
Duluth MN 55802
218-733-7066		 $5.00 off any cell phone purchase
$44.95 (per month) Unlimited Talk and Text
Purchase phone &  prepaid plans or minutes &  receive up to $10 off
Continental Ski
1305 East 1st Street
Duluth MN, 55805
218-728-4466
$10 dollars off $100 purchase and free cup of coffee
Country Inn & Suites
4257 Haines Road
Hermantown MN 55811
218-740-4500		 $89.00/night except during high volume events in Duluth (i.e., Grandma's Marathon, Blues Fest, etc.)
Curves for Women
Ember Operations Office
218-733-3923
Spirit Valley 218-628-9238
Mount Royal 218-724-7097
Hermantown 218-279-2878
Cloquet 218-879-2423
Superior 715-398-6179		 Special corporate rate is available to UMD faculty, staff and immediate family members Service Fee: Regular $149.00
Special $44.00
Days Inn
909 Cottonwood Ave
Duluth MN 55811
218-727-3110
Contact Person:Darren Wampler
dwampler@brutgerequities.com		 $59.00 rate for students & their families and faculty & staff. In-season weekend rates higher Located across from the Miller Hill Mall.
Distinction Celebrity Fashion Boutique
512 North 45th Avenue East
Duluth MN 55804
218-525-4603		 5% discount in store only
Duluth Transit Authority Free Bus Ride - Show your U-CARD
East End Towing
5077 Jean Duluth Road
Duluth MN 55803
Garon
218-349-3991		 Service provided: towing
Discount offered: 10% any tow or road side service for employees and students
Edgewater Resort & Park
2400 London Road
Duluth MN 55812
218-728-3601
800-777-7925
 50% off rooms Sunday-Thursday
25% off rooms Friday & Saturday
50% discount not valid during July and August, holidays or any special event weekends
Fairfield Inn by Marriott
901 Joshua Drive
Duluth MN 55811
218-723-8607
Jeff Page, General Manager		 $69.00 discounted UMD rate based on availability. Includes complimentary breakfast, indoor pool/whirlpool and free high-speed wireless internet
Farmers Insurance
4929 Matterhorn Drive
Duluth MN 55811
218-727-4634
Rob Swor		 For UMD faculty, staff - new and existing customers: 8% discount on car insurance and 5% discount on homeowners insurance
Fitger’s Inn
600 E. Superior Street
Duluth MN 55802
218-722-8826		  
Hawthorne Suites
325 Lake Ave. South
Duluth MN 55802
218-727-4663		 $75.00-$169.00/night - All rates are seven nights/week, except during high volume events in Duluth (i.e., Grandma's marathon, Blues Fest, etc.)
Holiday Gas Station
1530 Woodland Avenue
Duluth MN 55803
218-728-4544		 Show your U-Card and get 5 cents off per gallon of gas
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites
200 W. 1st Street
Duluth MN 55802
218-722-1202		 A discounted rate of $79 is extended to students' families
Contact the hotel for more information or restrictions
Jefferson Bus Lines
1-800-767-5333 -
From UMD Kirby Student Center
to the twin cities 		Purchase ticket at UMD Stores and get additional 15% discount with UCard
Lillians of Duluth
2 West First Street
Duluth MN 55802
722-1981 or 722-3033
Katie DeGrio Channing
duluth@lilliansshoppe.com		 Faculty, staff and students - 20% off any item (Excludes sale and clearance items. Cannot be combined with any other coupon or offer).
Lundgren Chiropractic
4013 Woodland Ave
Duluth MN 55803
218-728-4514		 Inital exam $30 if paid on the day of service Treatment - $25 if paid on the day of service
 
MealTime
5115 Burning Tree Rd #301
Duluth MN 55811
218-722-MEAL (6325) 		10% discount on the 12 meal 4-6 serving package ($20 savings)
Minnesota Timberwolves Lynx
600 First Avenue North
Minneapolis MN 55403
612-673-1684 		see website wood@timberwolves.com
Northland Therapeutic Massage
32 East First Street, Suite 330
Duluth MN 55802
218-724-2471
admin@northlandmassage.com 		Present U Card or mention Collegiate Discount website
The Pottery Burn
5094 Miller Trunk Hwy
Hermantown MN 55811
218-393-1000
Coralee Mayry		 College night every Wednesday: 1/2 price studio fee with UCard for students from 3:00-8:00 p.m.
Progressive Martial Arts and Fitness
4176 Thunderchief Lane
Hermantown, Mn 55811
218-727-5527
http://pmaduluth.com		 Contact the business for discounts offer. Discounts available to employees and students.
Radisson Hotel Duluth Harborview
505 West Superior Street
Duluth MN 55802
Reservations: 218-727-8981 or
1-800-333-3333
lindsey.jacobson@radisson.com
218-727-1490 		Ask for UMD preferred rate. Promotional code: BULL
Sam's Club #6320
4743 Maple Grove Road
Hermantown MN 55811
218-722-0124		 See current offer that ends March 31, 2013.
Skyline Shuttle
207 West Superior Street Suite 213
Duluth MN 55802
Carolyn Clark
218-724-4676
carolyn@skylineshuttle.com
Employees and students are eligible - Van transportation between Duluth and the Twin Cities Airport, State Capitol and Mall of America. $69.00 round trip (round trip for two discounted to $119.00), $42.00 one-way, $10.00 to pick up or drop off at UMD Kirby Drive
SMDC Center for Personal Fitness
218-786-5400		 15% off monthly dues
Spirit Mountain see website
Sprint/Nextel
Employee Value Program (EVP)
615-207-5525, 888-457-6294
info@evpdiscount.com 1407 Miller Trunk Highway Ste 100
Duluth MN 55811
218-722-8255		 15% discount on monthly recurring charges Apply for a discount at the retail store. May require proof of employment.
Super America
1704 Woodland Avenue
Duluth MN 55803
218-724-9147 		Show your U-Card and get $0.05 off per gallon of gas
The Best of Duluth
4897 Miller Trunk Hwy
Duluth MN 55811
Mary Stroot, 390-4606 mary@thebestofduluth.com 		Free coupons for local businesses from auto service to food, dining and entertainment and more.
Verizon Wireless
Garrett Sawyer
Government Account Manager
Verizon Wireless
612.968.1837		 Faculty and staff: 15% discount on any plan $34.99 and above. Qualify for special equipment rates. Apply for a discount at the retail store. May require proof of employment.
Employee Discount Form


University of Minnesota UPerks Discount Program
http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/benefits/uperks/discounts/

UPerks offers University employees a variety of savings opportunities. Proof of University employment is required, either with a UCard or a pay stub. All discounts offered through UPerks, whether they are listed at http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/benefits/uperks/discounts/ or with MERSC, are given without any endorsement or guarantee from the University of Minnesota. The University is not liable for businesses not honoring discounts.

CAR RENTAL

SEASONAL DISCOUNT TICKETS State Fair, Renaissance Festival, Minnesota Zoo and Imax Theatre, and Valleyfair are available at the University of Minnesota campus student unions (the information desks in Coffman Union and the St. Paul Student Center and at Gopher Express West.) For more information, call 612-624-4636. MERSC Discounts - The University is a member of the Minnesota Employee Recreational Services Council. MERSC offers discounts to numerous Twin Cities businesses. Contact the vendor directly, not MERSC, if you have a question about a particular discount. UofM UTech Mart - http://www.techmart.umn.edu/ 


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