Jonathan Meer (left), vice president for university advancement at Rider University, recently accepted a check for scholarship funding from Anna K. Lustenberg (center), director of external affairs at Verizon, and Guy Orlando, senior corporate account manager at Verizon. "The University is grateful for the continuing support of our good friends at Verizon,” Vice President Meer said. “Through their support, and that of other generous corporate and individual donors, the University is able to underwrite some of the $27 million we offer annually to Rider students through scholarships and other financial aid awards."