He started the backpack company in 1967, while still in college, and went on to revolutionize the way students carry books.

Take the school backpack, for example. Its invention can be traced to one man, Murray McCory, who died last month. McCory ...

He brought lightweight packs to millions of students and transformed the way they carried their textbooks to school.

After the death of Murray McCory, a founder of the outdoors equipment company JanSport, readers recalled how their backpacks served them on life’s journeys.

Murray McCory, who founded JanSport while a student at UW and whose lightweight backpack, revolutionized school life for millions of students, died Oct. 7 in Seattle.

Murray McCory, co-founder of JanSport credited with developing many of the brand’s iconic products, passed away in Seattle, ...

The Venture Pack System signifies JanSport's expansion into the travel category, offering an innovative all-in-one packing ...

Last year, Gabe's acquired the home decor chain Old Time Pottery, which had 38 stores in 11 states. It recently converted the ...

The Venture Pack System signifies JanSport's expansion into the travel category, offering an innovative all-in-one packing solution for the avid traveler For use as a backpack or suitcase ...

A vintage-inspired collection that revives the iconic 1967 JanSport designs, available at a retro price of $19.67 on JanSport.com and Tillys.com for a limited time. DENVER, Oct. 10, 2024 ...