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Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Compliance

Ramapo College LogoWelcome to the Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Compliance (EDIC) at Ramapo College of New Jersey.

The mission of EDIC is to advance a shared understanding and practice of equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice as aligned with the College’s Mission and Values.

EDIC’s goal is to ensure compliance and coordinate leadership for college-wide equity, diversity, inclusion and justice practices and to uphold the College’s commitment to foster a sense of belonging in its policies, programs and community of students, faculty and staff.

About E.D.I.C

EDIC is comprised of the following offices: Office of Affirmative Action and Workplace Compliance; Office of Title IX, ADA and Compliance Training; and Equity and Diversity Programs.

EDIC coordinates with campus stakeholders, including the Admissions Department, the Office of the Provost and the People Operations and Employee Resources Department, to advance Ramapo College’s diversity and inclusion and recruitment and hiring programs.  In addition, all complaints of bias, discrimination, hostile work environment and harassment and alleged violations of the New Jersey State Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and the Americans with Disabilities Act will be promptly and thoroughly investigated.

For more information or to speak with an EDIC representative please visit our Contact Us page.

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Rites of Passage Pre-Commencement Celebration 2024

Thursday, May 23rd at 12:00 p.m. in Friends Hall

The Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Compliance (EDIC) is pleased to announce that the annual Rites of Passage Pre-Commencement Celebration. This event recognizes students of Color from the class of 2024 who have successfully completed an Undergraduate or Graduate degree, celebrating the students’ accomplishments, hard work and dedication.

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Still I Rise Award Nominations
The Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Compliance (EDIC) is pleased to announce we now will be accepting nominations for the Dr. Maya Angelou ‘Still I Rise’ Award. This award will be given to one Undergraduate and Graduate student who has completed their degree, one staff member, and one faculty member who represents a person who has gone above and beyond for the Ramapo Community. This person has been an advocate, particularly for Black and people of Color throughout their time here as a student, staff, or faculty member. They have been seen as an inspiring leader, and role models by demonstrating a commitment to social justice and change. Nominations are due by April 21st. Please follow this link.

Please email Rachel Sawyer-Walker at rsawyer@ramapo.edu with any questions.

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Reporting Bias

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EDIC Supports BLM

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