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RAMAPO COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY
DR. GEORGE T. POTTER 1969-1983
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dR. peteR p. MeRCeR To the Graduating Class of 2019,
I offer my wholehearted congratulations to you on your graduation. It is remarkable to reflect on the historic moments we have shared both locally on our own campus and nationally as your future unfolds before you.
ROBERT A. SCOTT
1985-2000
As significant forces change the national higher education landscape and the campus grounds continue to evolve, it is important that the value of a Ramapo liberal arts education persists. As economic uncertainties endure, the ability to think analytically and critically, to speak concisely and cogently, and to write effectively are essential skills in the ever-changing twenty-first century. I thank you for your contributions to both the curricular and extracurricular vibrancy of our campus. Your inquiry, talent, and character have invigorated the Ramapo campus and continue to strengthen our reputation. It is a privilege for me to personally congratulate you at the 2019 Arching and Commencement Ceremonies. I trust your Ramapo College experience will provide a foundation for a rich and fulfilling life, and I wish you success in all your endeavors.
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DR. RODNEY D. SMITH 2001-2004
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stefAn BeCker
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niCOle MOrGAn AGArd
CHristOpHer rOMAnO
provost | Vice president for Academic Affairs
Vice president for Institutional Advancement
Chief equity and diversity officer | director of employee Relations
Vice president for enrollment Management and student Affairs
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BrittAnY A. WilliAMs-GOldstein, ed.d.
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Vice president for Administration and finance
Chief of staff and Liaison to the Board of trustees
Vice president and General Counsel
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CONTEMPORARY ARTS
deAn peteR CAMpBeLL The school of Contemporary Arts provides an understanding of the established traditions in the fine Arts and Communication Arts while simultaneously preparing students to embrace new means of expression. the school, which is inherently interdisciplinary in its structure and its goals, recognizes the interconnectedness of the arts in contemporary society, and encourages students to develop and communicate ideas in multiple media. excellent instruction in the visual, communication, theatrical, and musical arts takes place in small studio, lab, seminar, and discussion settings, as well as through activities outside the classroom environment. practical experience, public presentation, and reflection are integrated into the educational process in many ways, such as through required Internships, theater production, musical performance and recording, visual arts production and exhibition, and the production and viewing of video, film, and design. the school’s faculty are dedicated teachers, nationally known for their artistic and professional achievements and scholarly work. Many have won awards from such major art funding sources as the national endowment for the Arts, the national endowment for the Humanities, the Guggenheim Memorial foundation, and the Kellogg foundation. In addition to the full-time faculty, the school attracts many working artists and media professionals to teach as adjunct faculty, serve as guest directors and designers, or to inspire our students as artists in residence. Because of our small class sizes, these top-notch faculty are able to mentor students closely and help them realize their artistic and professional potential and goals. the school of Contemporary Arts offers five majors: Communication Arts, Music, theater, Visual Arts, and the Contemporary Arts Contract Major (an interdisciplinary major that enables students to develop individualized programs that emphasize such special interests and career goals as arts management, music industry, and art therapy). these programs lead to the Bachelor of Arts degree. Minors are available in Music and theater
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Contemporary Arts students are actively involved with “the Ramapo news,� the college newspaper, WRpR (90.3 fM), the college radio station, and RCtV, the student club for television/video production. others participate in the Ramapo Chorale, the Gospel Chorus, the Concert Band or other of our music ensembles. there is also an a capella group on campus, an active theater Honors society (AYo), and an improv troupe open to all students. for students interested in Visual Arts, the Visual Artists society has opportunities for collaborations and exhibitions. Many students hold paid positions that support the work of the school, such as Art Gallery monitors, computer lab technicians and monitors, film/video studio and equipment check-out staff, and costume shop and scenery shop technicians. In addition, many students are hired each year to support professional performing arts events as theater technicians, box office staff and ushers. the school is housed in the Angelica and Russ Berrie Center for performing and Visual Arts, featuring state-ofthe-art theater, music, and visual arts spaces, and in newly renovated facilities in C and H buildings, which provide a professional quality television studio and the newly-opened Les paul recording studio, digital imaging and writing labs, an editing lab, a field production classroom, and private editing suites. Additionally, the school occupies a freestanding sculpture studio complex. students benefit from the professional performing arts programming on campus which include music, dance, and theater performances in the sharp theater, and from the visual arts exhibitions in the college Art Galleries, which focus on contemporary art in changing exhibitions, and which feature one of the foremost collections of works from the Americas and the Caribbean in the permanent collection. the school of Contemporary Arts requires all students to engage in Internships and Cooperative education experiences. external placements are facilitated in graphic and Web design, print and digital journalism, radio, television and film production, professional theater, art galleries, museums and more. organizations where our students have been placed include Google, Comedy Central, Minolta, sharp electronics, sony, nBC, Wnet-tV, WABC-tV, the Bergen Record, American Museum of natural History, Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Roundabout theater Company, the Joseph papp public theater, and others. In addition to hands-on training, students receive degree credits for their experiences.
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HUMANITIES & GLOBAL STUDIES the salameno Center for British studies, which sponsors public lectures and other activities to further the study of all aspects of British culture. students may major in Africana studies, American studies, History, International studies, Liberal studies (which is a contract major), Literature, philosophy, political science, or spanish Language studies. these programs all lead to the Bachelor of Arts degree. Most of these majors can be taken as minors as well. Additionally, the school offers minors in Anthropology, Creative Writing, east Asian studies, french, Human Rights and Genocide studies, Italian, Judaic studies, Latino(a) and Latin American studies, Museum and exhibition studies, philosophy, and public policy. We also offer a Certificate in spanish for Healthcare and Human services.
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susAn HAnGen the salameno school of Humanities and Global studies aims to create a holistic educational experience that enables our students to become literate, intentional, and empowered global citizens who are prepared, not only in specific recognized fields, but also in interdisciplinary dialogue. through our varied offerings (including Africana studies, Anthropology, American studies, History, International studies, Literature, philosophy, political science, Liberal studies, and World Languages), we seek to enhance students’ understanding and appreciation of the complex cultural, political, and imaginative dimensions of human existence. faculty members’ teaching, service, and scholarly or creative achievement combine to help students develop their powers of reasoning, speaking, writing, and creativity, thus equipping them for the challenges of contemporary life. the school’s faculty members are dedicated to teaching and scholarship, have traveled extensively and studied abroad, and have backgrounds in world languages, humanities, and social sciences. ssHGs co-curricular activities are designed to supplement and enhance classroom and academic learning and to educate and inform the college community. programs include the Gross Center for Holocaust and Genocide studies, which organizes events focused on the history of the Holocaust and the prevention of genocide and human rights violations; the Jane Addams papers project, in which students contribute to the goal of publishing a digital edition of Jane Addams’ correspondence and writings from 1901-1935; the Readings at Ramapo Visiting Writers series, which brings to campus nationally recognized writers; and
our curriculum is designed to enhance students’ skills in critical reading and writing, effective communication, problem solving, and leadership. It is also designed to improve students’ global and cross-cultural understanding and give them the intellectual and practical foundation to become successful in their careers and further studies. thousands of students have graduated from ssHGs and its predecessors and have pursued careers in law, consulting, management, government, journalism, publishing, community organizing, public interest advocacy, marketing, public relations, teaching, and other fields.
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SOCIAL SCIENCE AND HUMAN SERVICES critiquing some aspects of contemporary relational analysis. professor stephanie sarabia, social Work, published, Impact of Adult Roles on Maturing out of substance use Among sexually diverse Women in the Journal of Mental Health in social Work. professor John Mctighe, social Work, published a new book coming out entitled narrative theory in Clinical social Work practice, by springer. professor Kathleen Ray, social Work, has in press, developing a problem-solving treatment for gulf war illness: Cognitive rehabilitation of veterans with complex post-deployment health concerns in the Clinical Journal of social Work. professor eileen Klein, social Work, published, using social support for LGBtQ Clients with Mental Illness to be out of the Closet, in treatment and in the Community in the Journal of Gay and Lesbian social services.
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AARon R.s. LoRenZ the school of social science and Human services (ssHs) enrolls more than 1400 students in its degree and certification programs. We have 55 full-time faculty and 50 part-time instructors who serve six majors, eight minors, including the teacher education program, a Master of science in educational technology, a Master of Arts in sustainability studies, a Master of Arts in educational Leadership, a Master in special education, and a Master of social Work program. to understand society and culture, a historical understanding rooted in critical thinking and social inquiry is necessary. ssHs provides social awareness and experiential learning to develop students who are aiming to effect social change, address societal inequity, and properly distinguish between fact and fiction. students who graduate from a major with ssHs are able to foster social, statistical, and ecological literacy. professor Henri Lustiger-thaler, sociology, edited a 2017 book, Witnessing unbound. the work helps inform our cultural understanding of the multiple experiences of the Holocaust. professor peter Heinze, psychology, recently published “teleology and the Collective unconscious” in semiotics 2016. It compares Jungian and freudian perspectives while also
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the Law & society faculty worked to publish the fall 2018 and spring 2019 Ramapo Journal of Law & society, a journal that allows undergraduates from across the country to publish their research. dean Aaron Lorenz published, “Laughing Matters: Critical Race theory and Comedy, in street-Level sovereignty: the Intersection of space and Law, edited by sarah Marusek and John Brigham. social Work students applying for graduate school achieve advanced standing an unbelievable 86 percent of the time, with two of our current tenure track faculty actually graduated from the ssHs psychology program. Mr. A. J. sabath, the former chair and current member of the College’s Board of trustees, is a graduate of our social Work program. four of our students have won the new Jersey department of education distinguished student teacher Award: felice Centrella and Ashley Woolsey (2009), thomas ng (2010), and thomas Mcowen (2013). In all the areas of evaluation – teaching, scholarship, and community service – the school of social science and Human services is furthering the mission of the College.
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SCHOOL OF BUSINESS diversity, integrity and continuous improvement—are manifest in our teaching, research, and service to the College and community. the school offers seven undergraduate majors: B.s. in Accounting, B.s. in Marketing, B.s. in finance, B.s. in Management, B.A. in economics, B.s. in Information technology Management, and B.A. in International Business. the school offers minors in Accounting, economics, Information technology Management, and International Business as well as a Business essentials Certificate for nonbusiness majors. At the graduate level, the Anisfield school of Business offers an accelerated, 20-month leadershipfocused M.B.A. program designed for working professionals, and a “4 + 1” B.s. to M.s in Accounting, in which students complete both their undergraduate and graduate degrees in just five years.
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edWARd petKus the Anisfield school of Business provides comprehensive learning experiences in the business disciplines and in the human skills necessary for a rewarding life and career. our students approach their business studies from both a macro and micro perspective; they develop both rational and emotional intelligence; they develop both analytical and creative skills; and they learn to balance profitability with sustainability. In addition to a strong foundation in the business disciplines, the Anisfield school of Business provides a strong liberal arts and interdisciplinary foundation to broaden the student’s perspective and intellectual abilities. In the spring of 2006, the original Ramapo College school of Administration and Business was renamed the Anisfield school of Business in recognition of the generous gifts of the Anisfield family. since 2010, the Anisfield school of Business has been accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate schools of Business. AACsB accreditation ensures that we are fulfilling our mission: to provide students with a strong educational foundation for a lifetime of learning and for career achievement as responsible contributors and leaders, within a supportive learning environment where engaged faculty bridge theory and practice. AACsB accreditation also ensures that our core values—academic excellence, professionalism, and learning-by-doing,
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Academic advisement, career guidance, and professional development are integrated throughout a student’s years at Ramapo College. the AsB Cahill Career development Center assists students in finding internships and co-ops during their undergraduate experience, and relevant full-time employment—the first step in building fulfilling careers— upon graduation. the Career Center also administers our Career pathways program (required for graduation), which provides students with skills/interests assessment, resume preparation, and interviewing skill development. outside of the classroom, our students are heavily involved in major-specific clubs, as well as Alpha Kappa psi (co-ed business fraternity), enACtus (social entrepreneurship organization), the Roadrunner financial Group student Investment Club, the entrepreneurship Club, and clubs for every discipline, and three professionally-oriented honor societies: Beta Gamma sigma, omicron delta epsilon, and Beta Alpha psi.
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Theoretical and Applied Science TAS offers 13 undergraduate majors, nine minors and graduate programs in nursing. All are structured to meet the requirements of national accreditation standards as well as the needs of the contemporary marketplace and community. All students learn the sciences and mathematics in depth from multidisciplinary perspectives and within the broader contexts of the liberal arts and global understanding. All of our classrooms, teaching laboratories, and research spaces have been completely renovated and we have the newly constructed Adler Center for Nursing Excellence. We have the most up-to-date teaching and research equipment that is available.
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edWARd I. sAIff the school of theoretical and Applied science (tAs) has been a part of Ramapo College since it admitted its first class in 1971. since its inception tAs has been committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service in the sciences and mathematics, and has sought to prepare its graduates, not only for professional and academic careers, but to be scientifically literate citizens and lifelong learners in an increasingly complex and ever-changing technological culture. the school’s curricula are comprehensive in scope, including those designed to promote scientific and mathematical understanding among non-science majors across the College.
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The School of Theoretical and Applied Science places a strong emphasis on teaching, practice, and public service. It encourages faculty/student collaborative research as a continuing course of study. Its faculty and graduates continue to serve as rich resources for governmental agencies, academic institutions, and private research facilities in promoting the public good and educational excellence.
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Rand Abdul-Raziq
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Mark Anthony
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Michael Abelev
Amanda Abere
Danielle Abraham
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Amanda Courtney
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Shannon Cox
Alexandra Davies
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Jacob de Castro
Anthony De Gennaro
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Nicholas Cruser
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Jonathan Cruz
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Matthew Finkelstein
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Shannon Fuhro
Philip Fuster
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Oliver Gonzales
Andrew Gonzalez
Nareliz Gonzalez-Pinero
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Melissa Garcia
Michelle Garcia
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Michael Greff
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Jessica Guzman
Sean Hall
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Jennifer Gessner
William Hall
Julian Hamilton
Susan Hannawi
Shannon Hanst
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Erik Horan
Autumn Horn
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Daniel Heidt
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Lindsay Hult
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Jacob Ibanez
Jessica Ibrahim
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Kristen Henry
Steven Henry
Lucciana Heredia
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Janet Latoya Jackson
Shayla Jackson
Laura Jacobs
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Taylor Jefferson
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Ydianna Hidalgo
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William Malone
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Justice Levine
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William Meyers
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Thomas McGrath
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Thomas McPhee
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Maria Morich
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Farjana Nazim
Katherine Neary
Sara Nemeh
Ashley Nichols
Angelica Pasquali
Neel Patel
Hannah Pathan
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Alana Peace
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Amanda Nokaj
Andrew Nova
Ashley Nualla
Shanell Nunez
Nicolle Peralta
Amauris Migueo Peralta Munoz
Kimberly Perez-Lucero
Ryan Perry
Olivia Perske
Nicholas Nuziale
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Francesca Piazza
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Kurt Reber
Nicholas Recarte
Philip Reed
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Melissa Plock
Brian Plucinsky
William Plungis
Bailey Pruiksma
Vincent Putignano
John Rice
Tyler Rigoli
Kimberly Rivadeneira
Jasmine Rivera
Lauren Robertson
Nicholas Quince-Gorman
Megan Quinlan
Brandan Quinn
Virgilio Quintana
Alyssa Rabinowitz
Christian Robinson
Allison Rocca
Iliana Rodriguez
Janice Rojas
Gabriela Romano
Jessica Raccioppi
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Alexa Rand
Kenneth Rapsas
Hayley Rauch
Melissa Romano
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Nicholas Russo
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Izabela Sadej
Faisal Sajjad
Amanda Salerno
Stephen Saltalamacchia
Alexander Sammy
Anna Scoullis
Nicole Secor
Anna Bianca Segovia
Hana Selimovic
Victoria Setteducati
Natalia Sampedro
Christina San Filippo
Alejandra Sanchez
Sabrina Santamaria
AJ Santana
Danielle Seymour
Nyree Shelton
Jessika Sherman
Tracy Sherman
Laura Shih
Steven Santangelo
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Michele Sautner
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Jenna Shotmeyer
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Shania Thomas
Alanna Thomson
Meghan Thorn
Matthew Toma
Jason Spencer
William Sperduto
Sarah Stacey
Eric Stapleton
Gunther Starost
Matthew Tomasetti
Patrick Tonero
Jillian Topolski
Trinity Torres
Kathleen Totaro
Mattison Stewart
Rachel Stone
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Student Life
CLubs & Activities
1STEP
ARMENIAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION
1Step is a student organization and outreach arm for localized sustainability, environmental issues, and to help further the Ramapo Green initiative at Ramapo College of New Jersey. Ascertaining that Ramapo meets its commitment to carbon-neutrality remains the main focus. We also act as a bridge between the Climate Commitment Task Force and the general campus community. Based upon the guiding principles of feasible solutions, service, awareness, and collaboration, 1Step aims to recruit a diverse and passionate body of members that embrace sustainable development. Just like nature itself, our organization is constantly evolving and adapting to the unique needs and desires of the Ramapo community and its constituents.
ASL Club is open to all students wanting to learn American Sign Language, no matter their skill level. They host different events to creatively teach and inform others about ASL, all while having fun.
The Armenian Student Association promotes the Armenian culture and expands the awareness of current issues affecting Armenians everywhere.
Our objective as the Black Student Union is to unite all the Black, Latino, Asian, and other ethnicity families to spread diversity, maintain, and promote active communication and interaction between all students, faculty, and staff on campus. The Black Student Union is the umbrella of the following clubs: Brothers Making a Difference, Ebony Women for Social Change, Organization of Latino Unity, and Students of Caribbean Ancestry.
ASL CLUB
BLACK STUDENT UNION
Each organization is to create, educate, and empower an environment that promotes the mission of the Black Student Union, to encourage the involvement of African Diaspora in mainstream campus activities and arrangements, to support the incoming students as they integrate into the campus environment, and to communicate with other BSU members on and off campuses.
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CULTURE CLUB
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The club dedicates itself to the enhancement of all cultures of the global community. Club members explore the uniqueness of cultures through various activities, including guest speakers and an annual Cultural Exhibit, which represents several countries and invites members of the campus community to participate by bringing their own items for display. They enjoy cultural trips to ethnic neighborhoods and visit ethnic restaurants. The Culture Club also publishes “The Cultural Journal,” a magazine published twice a year. Editors accept essays, poems, anecdotes, recipes, photos, personal narratives and other forms of writing; all submissions of cultural importance are welcome.
FASA is dedicated to promoting and encouraging Filipino-American culture on campus. Members organize and sponsor events that provide an awareness of Filipino culture and history.
Ebony Women for Social Change strives to make social change happen, while providing a fun and friendly environment for members. The organization’s purpose is to promote social change inside and outside Ramapo College while supporting members as they work to better themselves socially, academically and spiritually. Weekly meetings are held to discuss business and plan multiple events that promote African ancestry and provide opportunities to socialize. Events include trivia nights, themed nights, ice skating trips, guest speakers, educational workshops and fundraisers.
Fusion Dance Crew (formally known as the hip hop dance club) was established in March of 2009. Our style of dance is mainly hip hop but we also incorporate other dance techniques. We perform at as many events as possible on campus by collaborating with other clubs & organizations.
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FUSION DANCE CREW
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GARDEN CLUB
GLOBAL ROADRUNNERS
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The Garden Club is a place where you can connect and get involved with things that grow. They manage the student-run garden on campus and help manage the Wildflower Meadow.
Golden Key International Honour Society’s mission is to enable members to realize their potential through the advancement of academics, leadership, and service.
The Global Roadrunners are a group of study abroad alumni who come together to share knowledge and awareness of International Education on Ramapo’s campus. They act as peer mentors to prospective and outgoing study abroad students.
OLU was created to unite students of diverse Latino heritages. This organization allows Latinos to come together and celebrate their similarities. Along with learning about the backgrounds of Latinos, the members of the organization plan various exciting and educational activities. OLU also serves as the political voice for Latino student issues and as a support system for students by creating an environment where they can work together to bring the Latino experience to Ramapo. Members seek to provide everyone on campus with an opportunity to learn about the Latino culture.
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ORGANIZATION OF LATINO UNITY
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PEER FACILITATORS
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The peer facilitation program fosters a sense of community among first-year students by connecting them with upper-class mentors who, not long ago, were new to ramapo themselves. Through exercises in self-reflection, team building, trust and acceptance, peers pass on their knowledge to ease the transition to college life, enhance the first-year experience and immerse students in the ramapo community. The program provides new students with direction, a sense of what to expect during their first few months and a network of support that extends beyond the classroom.
Pi Sigma Alpha is the national political science honor society. The criteria for membership are at least 15 credits in political science courses (at least one of them at the 300 level), a 3.5 grade point average in political science, a 3.2 overall grade point average, and at least 64 credits total completed in college. The student does not need to have declared a Political Science major or minor to qualify.
Roadrunner Pep Band is a new musical ensemble on campus that usually plays at sporting events with the goal of “pepping” up and entertaining the crowd. Different from a traditional “marching band”, this kind of instrumentalist group stays in the stands and cheers on the home team from there.
The Ramapo Disc Club is Ramapo’s very own ultimate frisbee team. We practice twice a week and travel to other schools for tournaments on the weekends. All are welcome!
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RAMAPO DISC CLUB
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RAMAPO MUSIC CLUB
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The Ramapo Music Club is a vibrant student organization that is dedicated to creating an active music scene on the Ramapo campus. Students receive valuable music industry experience through the club’s extensive activities, which include producing large scale live concerts, weekly open mic nights, music instructional workshops, and collaborating with the Music faculty on the presentation of the annual Les Paul Festival. The musical genres the club presents are diverse, ranging from indie rock and punk to jazz and EDM. RMC maintains its own inventory of musical instruments and sound equipment, and provides hands on opportunities for Music Production majors in the field of live audio engineering and recording.
Relay For Life is a committee branched off of Colleges Against Cancer, dedicated to the planning, organization and execution of the Relay For Life overnight walk. We work together with the American Cancer Society to raise funds toward cancer research, mission and advocacy, and patient care services.
Want to see your name in print? The Ramapo News is the studentrun newspaper, presenting news, features, and items of interest to the community. Students involved in the club gain experience and insight into all phases of print journalism: reporting, editing, photography, editorial writing, management, marketing and graphic design. Whether you’re majoring in journalism or just like to write, the Ramapo News is always looking for ideas and stories relevant to campus life. They hold meetings twice a week for ideas and production.
Interested in social work but need to find out more about your options? This organization seeks to acquaint students with the Social Work Program at Ramapo College and the social work professional community. Members work to expand the social consciousness of the college community and meet weekly and often invite guest speakers to inform members on new ideas and potential projects. Members are involved in community service activities, such as Ramapo Readers – a book drive for NJ public school libraries and students – an eyeglass collection for South African artists, a clothing drive for residents of local homeless shelters and a gift wrapping fundraiser.
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This organization seeks to increase understanding about the Spanish language and culture.
The purpose of S.O.C.A is to promote a better understanding of Caribbean people, culture, history, and politics for its members and the entire student body via weekly meetings and programs. We seek to include ALL people of Caribbean Ancestry. We also hope to serve as a vehicle to erasing some of the myths that people have about us, and to promote the concept of a unified Caribbean, all sharing in and appreciating each other’s unique culture.
See something at Ramapo that needs to be fixed? You can either ask someone in SGA to help get it done – or be part of SGA and help make that change! SGA is an association that serves and represents the student body through effective and responsible leadership on matters relevant to the quality of student life. Elected members work as liaisons between students, the administration and faculty. General student body support and active participation are necessary for an effective student government, so members are sure to make themselves known to students. SGA also provides fun events and activities to unite students. Weekly meetings are open to everyone on campus and elections for various positions are held throughout the year.
This group is responsible for capturing the year’s events through the use of photographs, art work, and creative writing. All students, regardless of their experience, are encouraged to join.
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RAMAPO CLUBS & ACTIVITIES
HONOR SOCIETIES
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Feminists United
Ramapo First Responders Club
Alpha Psi Omega
1Step
Filipino American Student Association
Ramapo Music Club
Alpha Lambda Delta
4gotten Suitcase
Fusion Dance Crew
Ramapo Pride
Accounting Club
Future Teachers of America
Ramapo Ski and Snowboard Club
Active Minds
Garden Club
Ramapo Smash Club
Beta Gamma Sigma
American Sign Language Club
Hillel
RCTV
Chi Alpha Epsilon
Animation Production Club
History Club
Relay For Life
Armenian Students Association
International Student Organization
Roadrunner Financial Group
Association of Latinos Moving Ahead
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship
Roadrunner Pep Band
Biology Club
Italian Club
Rock Climbing Club
National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS)
Black Student Union
Literature Club
Science Fiction & Comic Book Club
Omicron Delta Epsilon
Brothers Making a Difference
Math Club
Social Work Club
Building Tomorrow
MCAT Study Club
South Asian Club
Campus Crusade for Christ
Muslim Student Association
Spanish Club
Phi Alpha Theta
Chemistry and BioChemistry Club
Newman Catholic @ Ramapo
Sports Club
Phi Beta Delta
College Democrats
Nursing Student Organization
Strategy and Diplomacy Club
Pi Mu Epsilon
College Republicans
Operation Smile Club
Students of Caribbean Ancestry
Colleges Against Cancer
Organization of Latino Unity
Technology Animation Studies Club
Computer and Technology Club
Philosophy Club
The Devised Theatre Ensemble
Rho Alpha Sigma
Culture Club
Pre-Med/Pre-Health
United Asian Association
Sigma Delta Pi
Dance Company
Rally Cap
Veterans Student Organization
Democracy Matters
Rama-THON
Visual Artists Society
Disney Club
Ramapo Chorale
WRPR
Dumbledore’s Army
Ramapo College Beekeeping Club
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Ramapo College Mindfulness Club
Females in S.T.E.M. Society
Ramapo ESports
Alpha Sigma Lambda Beta Alpha Psi (Petitioning Chapter*) Beta Beta Beta
Chi Alpha Sigma Golden Key Kappa Delta Pi Lambda Pi Eta
Omicron Delta Kappa Order of Omega Phi Alpha Honor Society (Theta Delta Chapter)
Phi Lambda Upsilon Pi Sigma Alpha
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Sigma Iota Rho Sigma Pi Sigma Sigma Tau Delta Sigma Theta Tau International
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Greek Life
ALPHA KAPPA PSI
LAMBDA SIGMA UPSILON
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Alpha Kappa Psi is a Professional Co-ed Business Fraternity founded in 1904 with the purpose of developing its members into principled business leaders. Originally founded by 4 men at New York University, the professional organization now has over 298,000 initiated members at 219 universities in 4 countries. Alpha Kappa Psi has grown to be the oldest and largest business fraternity in the world! With an extensive network of alumni, members are able to land opportunities at some of the most profitable companies in the world. As one of the best professional coed business fraternities, we are truly preparing our brothers for a life of success.
The purpose of Lambda Theta Alpha shall be to provide a sisterhood based on unity, love and respect in an effort to foster the development of strong leaders who will then provide and practice political, social and cultural activities. It shall also be the purpose of Lambda Theta Alpha to promote unity through charitable and educational programs, maintain a higher standard of learning and serve as a voice for all students.
The brothers of Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity, Inc. strongly believe that many individual and collective successes can be achieved through the efforts of a culturally diverse brotherhood of college and university men who, through close association with each other, maintain honesty, commitment, respect, and trust.
Our mission is to provide leadership in shaping the future of our Fraternity; deliver innovative solutions to help promote our brothers & fraternity achieve their goals; and, to raise the social and cultural conscience of the Latino college student and community.
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PHI ALPHA DELTA
Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International is a professional law fraternity advancing integrity, compassion and courage through service to the student, the school, the profession and the community.
RAMAPO GREEK LIFE COLLEGE PANHELLENIC COUNCIL C.P.H.
INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL I.F.C.
Alpha Omnicron Pi
Alpha Chi Rho
Alpha Sigma Alpha
Alpha Phi Delta
Delta Phi Epsilon
Alpha Sigma Phi
Sigma Delta Tau
Kappa Sigma
Sigma Sigma Sigma
Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc.
Theta Phi Alpha
Phi Kappa Sigma Tau Delta Phi Tau Kappa Epsilon Zeta Beta Tau
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PROFESSIONAL FRATERNITY COUNCIL P.F.C.
UNITED CULTURAL GREEK COUNCIL U.C.G.C.
Alpha Kappa Psi
Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Soroity, Inc.
Alpha Phi Omega
Omega Phi Beta Soroity, Inc.
Phi Alpha Delta
Psi Sigma Phi Multicultural Fraternity, Inc.
Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Soririty, Inc. Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity, Inc.
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global roadrunners
FRANCE
ENGLAND AMANDA COURTNEY STUDIED ECONOMICS IN ENGLAND AND FRANCE | SUMMER 2018 Bridged gaps between cultures
À Toulouse, J’ai appris le Français
During my study abroad experience, I made so many new friends, tried new foods, experienced other cultures, gained exposure to using other currencies, and was able to obtain global business knowledge that I could not have learned at home.
Reaching new peaks! In London, at every corner, home was just a call away
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CHILE
FRANCESCA LUPO CUSCO AND LIMA, PERU | SUMMER 2018 RCNJ PERU: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS EXPERIENCE
ALEJANDRA SANCHEZ SANTIAGO, CHILE | SPRING 2018 In Valle de la Luna (Valley of the Moon) in San Pedro Atacama, Chile
Francesca at the top of Machu Picchu in Cusco, Peru - one of the seven wonders of the world
Studying abroad in Peru and interacting with Peruvian professors made me realize that my true calling in life is to share my knowledge with others. Now, I will follow my dreams of becoming a college professor thanks to my unforgettable experience in Peru!
Kayaking in Pucón, Chile Alejandra hanging out with flamingos at the Atacama salt flats
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In May, Peru is in their winter season, but everyone still goes to the beach
Art in Lima, the capital of Peru, is everywhere. This mural is located in Barranco, the “artsy” district of Lima
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GREECE
SCOTT YUNKER ATHENS, GREECE | SPRING 2018 THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF GREECE
ALYSSA RABINOWITZ ATHENS, GREECE | SPRING 2018 THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF GREECE View while climbing Mount Lycabettus, the highest point in Athens
Alyssa (left) and friends she made while in Greece at Lake Vouliagmeni
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Mars Hill near the base of the Acropolis in Athens, Greece
Alyssa and Scott in front of the Temple of Apollo in Ancient Corinth
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NEW ZEALAND
MEGAN QUINLAN
WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND | SUMMER 2018
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN, INTERNSHIP PROGRAM DUBLIN, IRELAND | SUMMER 2017 RCNJ CHINA: BUSINESS IMMERSION EXPERIENCE BEIJING AND SHANGHAI, CHINA | SPRING BREAK 2018
Franz Josef Glacier - Franz Josef, New Zealand
Megan taking a break from her internship in Ireland
CARLIE VIEMANN
Megan, second from left, at her internship Lyall Bay - Wellington, New Zealand
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Hobbiton, Matamata, New Zealand
Studying abroad was the best decision I ever made. Interning for Deloitte in Dublin, Ireland, I learned a tremendous amount and developed connections that led me to a full-time position at Deloitte US upon graduation. China gave me a new perspective on a vastly different culture and memories I will cherish forever.
Megan in China
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The highlands are really high up who would have thought
Taken in December in front of the german Reichstag
For Summer 2018, I was accepted to research at the university of glasgow, and got to study temperature resistant bacteria. I am overwhelmingly blessed to have made wonderful friends and connections, completed my research paper, and made great memories. Thanks to family, supportive friends, and academic supporters for this opportunity!
Went to Loch ness - wore green for nessie <3
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Wow we found the back entrance to university!
Patrick at the Berlin olympic Stadium for a Berlin hertha soccer game
Patrick on top of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Monument to the Battle of the nationsâ&#x20AC;? looking over Leipzig, germany
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OLIVIA BRENNAN PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC | SUMMER 2018
IRELAND
CZECH REPUBLIC
KEVIN FLOOD DUBLIN, IRELAND | SPRING 2018
Kevin representing Ramapo College at Giantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Causeway in Northern Ireland
Olivia and her new friends in front of Prague National Theatre to attend the ballet Olivia In front of the Lennon Wall in Prague, Czech Republic and friends in front of the Wellington Monument at Phoenix Park in Dublin, Ireland
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ROME, ITALY | FALL 2017
COSTA RICA
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Ponte Vecchio Bridge - Florence, Italy
John Lennon Wall - Prague, Czech Republic
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Sahara Desert - Marrakesh, Morocco
NATALIE HINES
SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA | SPRING 2017 Natalie visited Santa Teresa, a small town in Costa Rica, with her new friends
Natalie traveled to Nicaragua and visited the Basilica Catedral de la Asuncion in Leon
Natalie really enjoyed her class “Human Rights of Latin America” her professor, pictured right, was so funny
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ITALY
SPAIN ELIZABETH REYES-GUERRA FLORENCE, ITALY | SPRING 2018 GRANADA, SPAIN | SPRING 2017
Studying abroad was by far the best decision I made during my college career. Exploring the world and understanding different cultures is so important to the growth of worldly knowledge and to me. I have made so many amazing memories and amazing friends from this experience. Thank you to Ramapo for helping me through this amazing journey. I will never forget my time in both Spain and Italy.
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KIMBERLY PEREZ-LUCERO BARCELONA, SPAIN | SPRING 2018
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My time in ghana was an amazing experience. We were able to learn about different health practices as well as give care to people who may have never received any in their lifetime. This trip makes a difference in more than just our life but the ghanaian people as well.
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I spent my Spring 2018 semester in Barcelona, Spain living a dream come true. So here’s to all my fellow first generation college students graduating this year: “You Y have probably struggled, but you have managed to You flourish in the best possible way. We’ve made it and we will continue to strive for our dreams.”
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ITALY | GREECE
CUBA SARAH STACEY RCNJ CUBA: REVOLUTION AND EVOLUTION HAVANA, CUBA | SUMMER 2017 THESSALONIKI, GREECE | SUMMER 2017 ROME, ITALY | SUMMER 2018 Verrazzano Winery, Tuscany, Italy - Summer 2018
Trevi Fountain, Rome, Italy - Summer 2018
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Meteora, Greece - July 2017
Venice, Italy - Summer 2018
Viñales, Cuba - June 2017
Puntarenas, Costa Rica - March 2018
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TIMELINE
• Ramapo opens with 1,186 students • The Media Center is now in operation • The basketball team is formed at Ramapo • The first college Senate meeting is held on November 2 • The College newspaper, named The Paper, begins
• Radio Club begins • High school students are permitted to take classes at Ramapo • The cross country team is now running
• Assembly approves a business major
• Science building opens
• Tuition and fees are $739
• Ramapo holds its first graduation with 138 graduates
• Ramapo’s yearbook, The Arch, and literary magazine, Trillium, begin
• The Paper is renamed to Horizons
• Varsity soccer begins its first season
• Ramapo’s fifth anniversary
• First campus residence is completed
• Physical Education building opens
• The Women’s Center opens
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• Ice hockey team is formed
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• Ramapo accredited by Middle States Association
• Environmental Studies is now a major
• Women’s basketball team captures division title • Physical Education building is recipient of Architectural Award of Excellence from American-Institute of Steel Construction
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• New library reopened after two years of construction
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• Ramapo Reports expands to television • Library opens new typing room at the cost of 25 cents for each 15 minutes of use • Women’s sports program expands for softball • Club volleyball team is formed
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• Student Life building is completed • Bookstore moves location to increase in size and selection
• Ramapo receives award from Boston Society of Architects for the design of the library
• Ramapo’s pub reopens in new location
• Newspaper name is changed to Ramapo Horizons, but changed back to Horizons, later in the year
• Ramapo’s 10th anniversary
• Cooperative education program begins
• 14 students selected as being among the country’s most outstanding campus leaders • Golf team wins New Jersey State College Athletic Conference Golf Championship on April 28 • New mailroom built in academic buildings
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• Planned Parenthood Clinic comes to Ramapo
• Baseball team captures the Division III Baseball title
• Ramapo students are awarded “Best Delegation” at 29th annual Harvard University United Nations • Board of Trustees approved plans for construction of a new, $5.2 million residence hall
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• Ramapo Campus Ministry opens
• Semester abroad program begins • Board of Trustees passes a four to three credit change in the credit system • The Computer Center is now updated with Prime System and IBM computers • Ramapo’s 15th anniversary
• Ramapo selects a new president, Dr. Robert A. Scott • Computer Center reopens after major upgrade • The varsity softball team sets a new record for the most wins in a season at Ramapo • Student Advisory Board formed
• Bus transportation to NYC becomes available to students • Golf team NCAA Division III champions and is recognized in Trenton • Ice Hockey is back at Ramapo after a year absence
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1986
• Pine Hall opens
• Ramapo signs agreement to assist Newark’s West Side High School in an effort to help students realize their full potential and to assist them in making decisions about higher education • Ramapo welcomes its newest team, Track and Field • UN Club wins seven awards at Old Dominion University in Virginia
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• Board of Trustees approves a proposal for a new 4.5 million dollar residence hall • Recycling becomes mandatory at Ramapo • Women’s Center re-opens • Women’s tennis wins the Women’s Intercollegiate Athletic Conference title
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• Ramapo offers seven summer Study Abroad programs
• New Child Care Center is in development • Graduate students are coming to Ramapo, in conjunction with Rutgers University
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1992 • All academic buildings undergo renovations
• Ramapo now offers Masters of Science in Management degree from N.J.I.T.
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• Largest enrollment at Ramapo, with 4,408 students
• A new computer system, called Academic Index, is installed, allowing students to search for articles • The Birch Mansion begins three and a half year renovation • Linden Hall is now named • Enrollment hits an all-time high with 4,259 students • Ramapo’s 20th anniversary
1989 1993
• Football team eliminated due to budget cuts • Ramapo College Television Network begins
• Linden Hall and expansion of the Student Center are now complete
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1994
• Ramapo offers new winter study abroad program in Czech Republic • Ramapo now offers a new Graduate Program in Liberal Arts • Ramapo’s 25th anniversary
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• All four Ramapo Vice Presidents are women
• Ramapo’s first master’s degree class graduates
• Center for Computing and Information Services adds over 100 new computers • Library opens new periodicals section • J.Lee’s is given its new name
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1999
• Center for Interreligious Understanding opens • New Jersey Nets makes Ramapo their practice facility for 1996-97 season
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• Student ID cards are now used to improve campus security
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2001
• The Berrie Center for Performing and Visual Arts opens
• Ramapo joins the National Student Exchange Program
• Ramapo, in conjunction with UMCMJ, to offer Master of Science in Nursing
• Construction of a new residence hall named Oak Hall begins
• Expansion to the Pavilion and new Maple Hall are now complete
• Dr. Rodney Smith inaugurated as third president of Ramapo
• Ramapo’s 30th anniversary
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• Barren’s lists Ramapo among “very competitive” colleges in the U.S. • U.S. News and World Report ranks Ramapo third in “most selective” category among public liberal arts colleges in the north
1998 2002
• The Village is opened
• Ramapo College becomes first in county to offer a bioinformatics major • Construction begins on new $23.5 million residence hall, The Overlook
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• The Sports and Recreation Center is named in honor of Bill Bradley • Ramapo unveils field hockey as a new sport
• Dr. Peter P. Mercer is appointed the fourth president of Ramapo
• Australia announced as newest Study Abroad destination
• Ramapo graduate program celebrates 10th anniversary
• New Spanish major offered
• U.S. News ranks Ramapo College number one among Public Comprehensive colleges in the north
• Sculpting is now offered at Ramapo
• Ramapo’s 35th Anniversary
2003 2007 • The Anisfield School of Business opens • Construction begins on College Park Apartments • Ramapo’s emergency alert message system is created
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2004 2008
• The Sharp Sustainability Education Center and the Salameno Spiritual Center near completion
• Bradley Center opens to the public • The Atrium opens
2005 2009
• Dr. Peter P. Mercer is inaugurated as president of Ramapo College • Construction of Anisfield School of Business begins
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2010
• The Sharp Sustainability Education Center is completed
• $2 million is donated to Ramapo for new nursing facility
• Gender neutral housing is approved
• Ramapo ranked among 100 most affordable colleges
• Ramapo receives grant for Holocaust Center • Ramapo joins Twitter • Ramapo’s 40th anniversary
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• Big Sean raps to sold out crowd at Bradley Center • Ramapo hosts its first on-campus 5k run • College introduces WiFi across entire campus • Immediate Decision Day no longer an option for first year students
• Study Abroad program expands to Argentina • Student Center is renovated • Ramapo launches new “Pushing Boundaries” brand • Center for Academic Success now becomes Center for Reading and Writing
2011
2015
• WRPR Back On Air after Over a Year of Silence • Ramapo begins to offer German Language Courses • USDA Grant Provides Funding for Wildflower Garden • Classes Begin in Adler Center for Nursing Excellence • Credit and Debit Cards Now Accepted at Dining Halls
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• Construction begins on Adler Center for Nursing Excellence
• Gender-neutral bathrooms to be included in Adler Center for Nursing Excellence
• The Trillium now available online
• Pre-licensing Real Estate and broker courses now available
• Graduation moved off campus for the first time in Ramapo history to Prudential Center
• Men’s basketball captures NJAC title
• Ice hockey returns to Ramapo as a club sport
• Zipcar service now offered to students
• Ramapo’s 45th anniversary
2012
2016
• Ramapo College receives a new recording studio from Les Paul Foundation • Adler Cafe opens in the Adler Center for Nursing Excellence • New study abroad trip is offered to Lima and Cusco, Peru • Ramapo College Chorale goes on a week long cruise tour of Cuba, performing along the way • Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Compliance opens
2013 2017
• Food Studies minor now offered
2014 2018
• Ramapo Men’s basketball team wins NJAC championship with a half-court buzzer beater
• College Choice ranked Ramapo College as the third best college in New Jersey, and first best public college in New Jersey
• Ramapo Chorale goes to Ghana to perform with Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
• Birch Tree Inn finished renovations
• Roukema Center introduces a study abroad program to Cuba
• Office of Violence Prevention is opened • Peer Facilitation Program celebrates 25 years • The Music Program launches their own record label Ramix Recordings • Dunkin’ opens in the Adler Center for Nursing Excellence • Renovations on the CPAs and Padovano Commons are completed 161
2019
• George T. Potter Library moves to it’s temporary home in Linden Hall • Renovations begin to transform the George T. Potter Library into the new Learning Commons • Alternative break trips offered to Nepal and India • Women’s Center celebrates 45 years • Ramapo’s 50th anniversary celebration begins
Parent Messages
CONGRATULATIONS, NOEL!
Dear alyssa: 2015: ramapo freshman-we blinkeD2019: GraDuation! in between: four amazinG years- hillel, Chorale, Ghana, GreeCe, the honors proGram, the ramapo news, peer faCilitation… we are so prouD of you- ConGratulations, anD may all your future Dreams Come true!
YOU STARTED THIS JOURNEY, STUCK BY IT AND NEVER GAVE UP! WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU! YOU DID IT!
love, mom anD DaD p.s.- you haven’t peakeD yet!!
WE LOVE YOU, MOM, DAD AND NICK!
“throW off the boWlines. sail aWay from the safe harbor. CatCh the trade Winds in your sails. explore. dream. disCover.”
Congratulations to our ramapo graduate! We are so proud of you! tamdiu disCendum est, quamdiu vivas. love, mom and dad 166
CONGRATULATIONS, JAMES O’BRIEN!
BEHIND
YOU, ALL YOUR MEMORIES.
ALL YOUR DREAMS. YOU.
WITHIN
AROUND YOU, ALL YOU
BEFORE
YOU,
YOU, ALL WHO LOVE NEED.
WE
ARE SO
PROUD OF YOU AND YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS!
LOVE, MOM, DAD, GRACE, BRET, GABRIELLE, ANGUS, PÓG,
AND
MURPHY
KRISTEN-
WE BOTH ARE VERY PROUD OF YOU AND ALL OF YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS.
WE KNEW AS
FAR BACK AS GRADE SCHOOL WHEN YOU WERE DOING YOUR HOMEWORK WHILE WAITING TO BE PICKED
UP AFTER SCHOOL, YOU WERE GOING TO DO GREAT THINGS.
CONGRATULATIONS AND WE LOVE YOU! MOM AND DAD YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS DEFINE YOU! YOU HAVE MADE US SO PROUD! I LOVE YOU, MAMEE
SMART, TALENTED, BEAUTIFUL, GENEROUS, JUST A FEW WORDS TO DESCRIBE HOW AMAZING YOU
ARE.
YOUR INTENSE
DRIVE WILL TAKE YOU VERY FAR IN LIFE,
AND YOU WILL TRULY
BE SUCCESSFUL. AND
MOM
DAD ARE VERY
PROUD OF YOU AND WE LOVE YOU!
YOU ARE MY ROLE MODEL. I STRIVE TO ACCOMPLISH AS MUCH AS YOU HAVE. CONGRATULATIONS. LOVE, SAVANNAH
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Meredith,
You made the choice and went away to college. Memories of move-in days, visits; sports & academic success made it an adventure we were so proud to be part of. Mom and Dad
Congratulations to all graduating seniors! ~From
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“Your life is your story, and the adventure ahead of you is the journey to fulfill your own purpose and potential.” —Kerry Washington
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Editor-in-Chief Kristen Mihok ’19 Designers Melody Lenda ’19 William Strauch ’20 Photography Jeffrey Clinton ’22 Jacob Feldman ’19 Janelle Ferraro ’14, Carolyn Herring Angelica Pasquali ’19 Alexandra Simone Official Photographer Lors Photography Advisor Emeritus Anthony T. Padovano Yearbook Consultant David Jones Creative Design Consultant Janelle Ferraro ’14
SPECIAL THANKS TO: Rick Brown | Director of the Center for Student Involvement Eddie Seavers | Associate Director of the Center for Student Involvement Eric Montgomery | Assistant Director of Student Activities Ben Levy | Director of International Education / SIO Kathryn Lamanna | Assistant Director of International Education / NSE Coordinator Rachel L. Pinton ’01 | Director of Sports Information / Marketing / Planning Kate Levin ’05 | Assistant Director of Sports Information / Marketing / Planning
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