Commencement Keynote Speaker 2019

Tiki Barber to Give Undergraduate Commencement Address for Ramapo College of New Jersey on Friday, May 17.

Transfer to Ramapo Now and Start this Fall

Deadline to Apply is May 1, 2019

Ramapo Senior Selected for Fulbright U.S. Student Teaching Award

Senior Christina Dwyer ’19 received an English Teaching Assistant grant from the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.

Ramapo has Better Graduation Rate and Lower Student Debt

Money.com says, “…the public Ramapo College of New Jersey–less well known than the flagship Rutgers University or prestigious College of New Jersey–has a better graduation rate and a lower average student debt load than nearly 50 private colleges in the surrounding states with more expensive average prices.” Read More….

M.A. Special Education

There is still time to apply for the Fall 2019 M.A. Special Education cohort! The deadline is May 1.

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Welcome to Ramapo College

Welcome to Ramapo College! The spring semester is winding down and the campus is bustling with activity, with students participating in a wide range of community service projects, scholarly presentations and artistic endeavors. Graduating students are excited to begin their final coursework and we all are preparing for Commencement just a few weeks away. This year we will again celebrate our undergraduates and graduate students in separate commencement ceremonies. And we will celebrate all graduating students during the annual Arching Ceremony. As our athletics teams head into the home stretch of the spring season, we wish them continued success. Good news all around!

Ramapo Spotlight

Malavika Sundararajan

"Being at Ramapo College has been a joyous journey, given the amazingly supportive and unselfish colleagues who want you to succeed in every endeavor. This has made it incredibly easy to be there for students from every perspective and to provide them with well-designed, relevant and applicable knowledge on a daily basis. It has only been three years since I joined Ramapo and already I have had the... READ MORE >

Grace Barkho

"Working at Care Plus NJ has given me a rich experience and inspired me to pursue my MSW. Ramapo College has provided me with small class sizes, experienced faculty, and a priceless education. I feel that I have gained the educational and experiential foundation I need in order to further my career and to ‘be the change.’ My internship placement this year is through CarePlus NJ School-Based Services,... READ MORE >

Mehnaz Ladha

"Ramapo College and its community have supported me tirelessly these past four years, pushing me to where I am today. I’ve had the opportunity to assume leadership positions in multiple organizations, collaborate with faculty and network with professionals.This past summer, I studied abroad in Greece where I learned about the role of the Mediterranean Diet throughout Greek history in terms of... READ MORE >

News Events

All News & Events

Ramapo College Enters into Transfer Partnership with Hudson County Community College

Nursing Professor Elaine Patterson Named Recipient of 2019 Thomases Faculty Award

Congressman Gottheimer's Visit to Ramapo

ABC-TV’s John Quiñones Gives Keynote at Ramapo College’s Diversity Convocation

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Street Dance Activism Workshop at the Arch
Students and faculty gathered at the Arch, on April 4, 2019 to learn about street dance activism from UCLA choreographer/activist Shamell Bell. This event was associated with the Berrie Center exhibition “!!!Public Art???Inquiries, Encounters.”

Ramapo College Theater’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream Opens
Ramapo College Theater Production presents “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” from April 5 through 7 and then April 11 through 13. Through hilarious and enchanting theatrical fantasia, audiences are transported from the repressie world to the unfettered world of the fairy-kingdom and back again. The Shakespeare’s surprising tale encompasses madness, mystery, and magic of love and desire. As it was the first production in the Sharp Theater when the Berrie Center first opened in 1999, it has been produced once more, and directed again by Theater professor Terra Vandergaw. For tickets and more info: www.ramapo.edu/berriecenter/april-may/

DIY Smoothies and Scones at the Havemeyer House
Students joined the Havemeyer Edible Garden and Yoga Club for a fun smoothie and scones making session. While waiting for their delicious vegetarian scones to bake, students enjoyed a nutritious smoothie. The event was lead by Dr. Jackie Ehlert-Mercer.

Ramapo Baseball Earns 10-1 Win Over Rival WPU
On April 4, 2019, Ramapo’s baseball team won against William Paterson University 10-1 at the Jeff Maund Memorial Field. To check out the stats and learn more: ramapoathletics.com/news/2019/4/4/baseball-ramapo-earns-1...

Ramapo College Relay for Life
On March 2019, Relay for Life, a 12 hour fundraising event for the American Cancer Society, was held in the Bradley Center. This event signified that since cancer never sleeps, neither do we. Money was raised for cancer research and the transportation for cancer patients, with the goal of celebrating more birthdays and never having to hear the words “you have cancer” ever again.

Nursing Career Fair Connect Students with Local Employers
On March 28, 2019, nursing students came together for the first Ramapo College Nursing Career Fair. Representatives from Atlantic Health Systems, Valley Health System, Hoboken University Medical Center, and several other employers attended.

Students Clean Up Campus with Laurel Hall
On Sunday, March 31, 2019, students joined Laurel Hall Residence Life Staff in an opportunity to help clean their campus. With supplies provided, students were able to collect plastic, glass, paper, and metal materials, while receiving community service hours.

DIY Natural Soap at the Havemeyer House
Students gathered at the Havemeyer House for a natural soap making session on May 27, 2019. Students learned how to make their own customized natural soaps using beeswax, dried flowers, and flower extracts. The event was led by Jackie Ehlert-Mercer.

Law and Society Speaker Series features the Honorable Paul J. Vichness
As part of the Law and Society Speaker series, the honorable Paul J. Vichness spoke about his career trajectory and work as a judge on March 13, 2019.

Students Network with Alumni at SSHGS Roundtable Event
The SSHGS Alumni and Student Networking Roundtable as held on March 7, 2019. SSHGS students had the opportunity to speak with Ramapo College alumni in a friendly setting and to begin building their professional network. They learned about career opportunities, alumni career successes and challenges, and tips on how to navigate today’s workplace.

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