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The Collegian
Fresno State's student-run newspaper

The Collegian
Fresno State's student-run newspaper

The Collegian
Starbucks recently implemented a feature to tip baristas when a customer decides to pay with card. (Courtesy of Cary Edmondson) Baristas busy at work in the Henry Madden Library's Starbucks. Ricky Serrano, the dining services manager at the shop, said its busiest time is 9 a.m. to noon or 2 p.m.

Tipping is becoming more awkward than ever

By Cynthia Carranza, Contributor • May 12, 2023

If you pay cash, they won’t ask. Feeling pressured into leaving a tip while buying coffee using a card seems to be the new “norm” in Fresno thanks to the digital screen. Touch screens and payments...

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