NDSU UScan vs Do I Need It

NDSU UScan is the easiest way to checkout items at NDSU Libraries. No need to stand in line at the circulation desk. Simply scan your books with your phone or tablet and go! To borrow books: Download the app to your phone Open the app and Login with your NDSU login and password Use your phone's camera to take pictures of the barcodes on the items you want to check out. For questions, contact us at 701-231-8888 or at ndsu.library@ndsu.edu.

Do I Need It? is the fun, mindful way to stop impulse buying and finally save for the things you *really* want. Simply set your “Ultimate Goal Item,” then let the app guide you every time you’re tempted by something unexpected. Whenever you’re about to make a purchase, open the app and answer a short, thoughtful series of questions—guided by one of five friendly mascots. Together, they’ll help you decide whether the item is truly worth buying. If you choose *not* to buy the impulse item, its cost gets added to your **Goal Balance**. When your savings reach the price of your dream item, you’re ready to finally buy it—guilt free. What You Can Do?: - Set your Ultimate Goal Item Add an image, name, and cost of something you really want. - Answer mindful shopping questions Your mascots help you reflect on the value, usefulness, and emotional impulse. - Track your growing Goal Balance Every skipped impulse purchase becomes real savings. - Watch your dream item get closer Fun animations and progress visuals keep you motivated. - Build better spending habits Turn impulsive moments into intentional choices. Whether you’re saving for something big or simply trying to spend more mindfully, Do I Need It? gives you a simple, playful way to stay on track. License agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/