Welcome to Ramapo College

Welcome to Ramapo College! This fall semester kicks off with Arching, a tradition where the more than 1,500 new students walk through our landmark archway to symbolize the beginning of their journey at Ramapo. Students move in to their new #HomeSweetPo (Residence Halls) the first week of September, commuters check in and all new students participate in the College’s Welcome Week. This year’s summer reading book is So You’ve Been Publicly Shamed by Jon Ronson, which explores the re-emergence of public shaming as an Internet phenomenon. First-Year students read the book over the summer, will hear the author speak at Opening Convocation on September 5 at 2 p.m. in the Bradley Arena and discuss the topics and ideas in their First-Year Seminar course. New campus improvements are in the works with the current installation of photovoltaic panels in the parking areas. Students will participate in Ramapo traditions and learning opportunities this fall through fairs for clubs, study abroad, jobs, Oktoberfest, Founders Day, new mentorship programs and more.