Tuesday, Aug 4, 2015
by Kristine Brown
Rider University has named Barnes & Noble College as the new bookstore operator for Rider University and Westminster Choir College. The existing bookstore staff will stay on and transition to new management beginning Aug. 2, 2015.
“We are excited to bring the resources of Barnes & Noble College to Rider University," said DonnaJean Fredeen, provost and vice president of Academic Affairs for Rider University. "The company has a well-known reputation for customer service, and is committed to providing superior merchandise and affordable textbooks for our students on both of our campuses.”
Barnes & Noble College is recognized for its ability to bring innovative programs and solutions to college and university campuses. The selection of Barnes & Noble College will allow the bookstores to offer a variety of affordable choices for course materials, including a robust in-store and online rental textbook program, an extensive selection of used and new books, as well as digital content through its new Yuzu digital platform.
In addition to a variety of cost-saving textbook options, Rider students will enjoy campus bookstores that reflect the university’s brand, including an expanded selection of university apparel, as well as carrying a selection of fresh foods, snacks and beverages, music materials, school supplies, laptops and other technology products, as well as gifts for alumni, friends and family.
Barnes & Noble College will also manage the online bookstore websites for both campuses, delivering an innovative, customized shopping experience and giving students, faculty and alumni the choice and convenience to shop in-store or online.
Faculty will also gain access to a groundbreaking online community called FacultyEnlight, a streamlined textbook adoption platform that combines advanced search capabilities with detailed information on course material formats, pricing and reviews by other faculty.
Rider University is now part of 21 higher education institutions that Barnes & Noble College partners within the state of New Jersey, including Rutgers University, The College of New Jersey and Rowan University. Barnes & Noble College operates more than 717 campus stores nationwide.
“We’re especially thrilled to partner with Rider University,” said Max J. Roberts, CEO of Barnes & Noble College. “We’re looking forward to delivering a retail and digital learning experience that supports the unique needs of the Rider University community, and will help drive affordability and academic success.”
For more information about Barnes & Noble College’s services and locations, visit www.bncollege.com. To learn more about Barnes & Noble College’s affordable textbook rental program, visit www.bnctextbookrental.com.