Ramapo College 50th Anniversary

50th Pop-Up Game
2019-02-05 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Jeff Maund Baseball Field, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
The first 50 fans wearing maroon or Ramapo swag will receive 50th Anniversary sunglasses and lip balm!

50th Pop-Up Game
2019-02-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Jeff Maund Baseball Field, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
MBB vs. Kean
The first 50 fans wearing maroon or Ramapo swag will receive 50th Anniversary sunglasses and lip balm!

2019 TD Bank Summer Concert Series - The Mahoney Brothers
2019-07-11 20:00 - 22:00 | Ramapo College, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
The Mahoney Brothers- “Long Live The Beatles” is an all live musical event with an incredible show-stopping Beatles tribute recreating the sights and sounds of the Beatles from 1962 to 1970. Following the concert, audiences will enjoy a dazzling fireworks display. A spectacular fireworks show by Garden State Fireworks immediately following the concert (Weather permitting)

Foundation Golf Outing
2019-07-15 | North Jersey Country Club, 594 Hamburg Turnpike, Wayne, NJ, 07470

Annual Appreciation BBQ
2019-07-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Ramapo College – Trustees Pavilion, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States

2019 TD Bank Summer Concert Series - Damn the Torpedoes
2019-07-18 20:00 - 22:00 | Ramapo College, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Damn the Torpedoes- “Tom Petty Tribute” performs the greatest hits of Tom Petty from his massive catalog for audiences to sing and dance to while celebrating the music of this iconic artist. (Fireworks rain date)

2019 TD Bank Summer Concert Series - Jobonanno & the Godsons
2019-07-25 20:00 - 22:00 | Ramapo College, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Jobonanno & the Godsons– “Spirit of Asbury Revue” brings the sounds of the Jersey Shore with the music of Bruce Springsteen, Southside Johnny and many more with their four-part vocal harmonies and big saxophone sound. Rock n’ roll at its best!

Ramapo College Anniversary Launch
2019-09-04 15:00 - 16:00 | Ramapo College – The Grove, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
The Launch will feature special remarks, 50th anniversary branded merchandise and giveaways, and provide attendees with a more detailed glimpse into the exciting year ahead.

Learning Commons Groundbreaking Ceremony
2019-09-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Ramapo College – Learning Commons, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
From the groundbreaking ceremony to placing the last beam of new steel, join us for these milestone occasions to herald in the new Learning Commons.

Maroon Monday
2019-09-09 | Ramapo College, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Maroon Mondays provide an opportunity to show your Ramapo Pride and be entered to win prizes by wearing Ramapo College or maroon gear.

Employee Service Awards
2019-10-16 14:30 - 16:30 | Ramapo College – SC 156-157, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
The 2019 Employee Service Awards will recognize the service anniversaries and retirements of our colleagues, as well as offer a special tribute to our Quarter Century Club members.

Run with Color
2019-10-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Ramapo College – The Grove, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
5K Entry Fee:
RCNJ Student Fee: $10/each
Alumni/Non Student Fee: $15/each
Participants will receive a free pair of sunglasses and t-shirt while supplies last. No refunds available.
Rain Date: Sunday, October 27, 2019
Check-in Time: 3:00 p.m. for rain date
Race Time: 3:30 p.m. for rain date

Men's Soccer vs. William Paterson University
2019-10-30 15:00 - 17:00 | Ramapo College, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States

Founders' Week
2019-11-04 - 2019-11-09 | Ramapo College, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
A week long program brimful with student-led events and activities including the curated Photo Exhibit: A Pictorial of the History of Ramapo College, a Birthday Cake Cutting, and Alumni and Parent Reception in Atlantic City, a Salute to Ramapo Veterans/Tailgate Celebration at West Point.

Monday, November 4, 2019 through Saturday, November 9, 2019
Dates, times, locations to be announced

Colloquium Series - The School of Humanities and Global Studies
2019-11-04 16:00 - 17:30 | Ramapo College – Padovano Commons, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, 07430, United States
Join Professor Paul Elovitz on Monday, November 4 at 4 p.m. in the Padovano Commons for his lecture entitled “My Half Century Love Affair with Ramapo College.” Professor Elovitz is Ramapo’s only Founding Faculty member who is currently still teaching at the College. When he interviewed for a faculty position back in 1969, Ramapo only had four employees. Come hear Professor Elovitz speak on the history of Ramapo and his journey, which fulfilled his dream of teaching in a caring, student-centered community. This lecture is a part of Ramapo’s 50th Anniversary School Colloquium Series and this year’s Founders’ Week Celebration. Light refreshments will be served.

Open Mic: Performances Through the Decades
2019-11-05 21:00 - 23:00 | Ramapo College – Padovano Commons, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, 07430, United States
Co-sponsored by Ebony Women for Social Change. Open to all! Bring your friends and enjoy performances from fellow Ramapo Students!

Founders' & Pioneers' Day
2019-11-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Ramapo College – The Havemeyer Arch, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430
Show your school spirit and wear maroon and your 50th Anniversary gear at the Founders’ Day Celebration on Wednesday, November 6 from 1 to 3 p.m. outside at the Arch. Festivities will include a photo booth, caricaturists, games, and music. The annual ceremonial cake cutting will take place at approximately 1:30 p.m. Light lunch and refreshments will be served.
In the event of inclement weather, this event will be held in Friends Hall.

50th Anniversary Lecture Series
2019-11-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Ramapo College – Trustees Pavilion, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
This four-part Lecture Series is designed to take a deeper dive into the history of Ramapo College.

Part I: Wednesday, November 6, 2019, at 4:00 p. m. in the Trustees Pavilion, Tom Dunn will moderate “Millicent G. Anisfield Panel Series” with Keynote remarks by President Peter Mercer and President Emeritus Robert Scott

Ramapo College Alumni Educator Reception
2019-11-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Sheraton Atlantic City Convention Center Hotel, Two Convention Boulevard, Atlantic City, NJ, 08401, United States
Ramapo College alumni attending the NJEA Convention are welcome to attend a reception to reconnect and learn more about Ramapo College’s graduate programs for educators.

Painting & Mocktails
2019-11-07 22:00 - 2019-11-08 00:00 | Ramapo College – Friends Hall, 505 Ramapo Valley Rd, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Co-sponsored with The Visual Arts Society. First come first served up to 50 attendees. Come and exercise your artistic skills and paint a beautiful scene of Ramapo’s Campus!

First Generation Celebration Day
2019-11-08 13:30 - 15:30 | Ramapo College – Alumni Lounges, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Please join us for a celebration of the success of first generation students, faculty, and staff on our campus, where we will explore an asset based narrative about the experiences of first generation students through inspirational storytelling.

Flashback Friday
2019-11-08 22:00 - 2019-11-09 00:00 | Ramapo College – Friends Hall, 505 Ramapo Valley Rd, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Open to all, come out and enjoy some nostalgic activities and decompress on your Friday Night!

RCNJ Salutes its Veterans
2019-11-09 08:00 - 16:00 | Michie Stadium, 700 Mills Rd, West Point, NY, 10996, United States
Join the Ramapo Community as we head to Michie Stadium at the West Point Military Academy. One price includes round trip bus transportation, a fully catered brunch and great seats to see Army Black Knights take on U Mass Minutemen.
Purchase Tickets

Stuff-A-Plush
2019-11-09 22:00 - 2019-11-10 00:00 | Ramapo College – Friends Hall, 505 Ramapo Valley Rd, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
Open to all, first come, first served. Stuff your own plush animal and enjoy time with friends!

50th Pop-Up Game
2020-02-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Bradley Center Arena, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
WBB vs. Kean
The first 50 fans wearing maroon or Ramapo swag will receive 50th Anniversary sunglasses and lip balm!

50th Pop-Up Game
2020-02-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Bradley Center Arena, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States

Colloquium Series - School of Social Science and Human Services
2020-02-13 16:00 - 17:30 | Ramapo College – Padovano Commons, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, 07430, United States
Join Professor Howard Horowitz on Thursday, February 13 at 4 p.m. in the Padovano Commons for his lecture, “Making Sense of Place at Ramapo and in the West.” As a geographer, Professor Horowitz has always worked on developing an appreciation for “place.” This has included focusing on the local area through the Ramapo River Watershed Conferences, learning about the American West through 25 unique field programs, and examining cultures through the shared interdisciplinary course “The West Discovers the World.” Light refreshments will be served.

50th Pop-Up Game
2020-02-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Bradley Center Arena, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
MVB vs. NJCU
The first 50 fans wearing maroon or Ramapo swag will receive 50th Anniversary sunglasses and lip balm!

50th Anniversary Millicent G. Anisfield Lecture Series
2020-03-11 16:30 - 18:00 | Ramapo College – Trustees Pavilion, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
The topic is “Ramapo College and Mahwah: 50 Years Together.”
Join William F. Dator, Chair of the Ramapo College Board of Trustees, Thomas W. Dunn, member of Ramapo College Foundation Board of Governors, and Edward Saiff, Dean of the School of Theoretical and Applied Science and 50th Anniversary Task Force Co-Chair, for this conversational program, “Ramapo College and Mahwah: 50 Years Together.” In March 1970, Mahwah was selected as the site for Ramapo College. Hear our panelists share their stories about this special fifty-year relationship between the community and the College. Audience participation is highly encouraged in this program.
William F. Dator, although born in India while his parents were assigned there, is a sixth generation member of a family whose patriarch was born in 1755 and married in Suffern in 1787. A graduate of the then-new Mahwah High School in 1961, he soon married Linda O’Lear, also a lifetime resident of Mahwah. Both Bill and Linda have been active members of the Mahwah community. Bill has been a member and Battalion Chief of Company #1 of the Mahwah Fire Department and Ambulance Corps, chair of the Mahwah Charter Study Commission, chair of the Bicentennial Committee, president of the Chamber of Commerce, a founder of the Mahwah Museum, and a member and chair of the Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority. A realtor by profession, Bill and his father represented the Birch Estate in the sale of the land to Ramapo. Bill was a founding member of the Friends of Ramapo and is currently the Chair of the Ramapo College Board of Trustees. He is currently associated with Christie’s International Real Estate’s Mahwah Office.
Thomas W. Dunn is an attorney and retired counsel with Beattie Padovano, LLC. He is a lifelong resident of Bergen County and has lived in Mahwah since 1968. He was one of a group of Mahwah residents that encouraged Ramapo to come to Mahwah in 1970. In 1992, the Board of Higher Education appointed him to the Board of Trustees of Ramapo College. By the end of his second term in 2004, he had served three years as Chair of the Board. Although holding a civil engineering degree from Princeton University and a law degree from Columbia, he is an amateur historian. At Columbia, he was an associate editor of Volume 3 of the “Law Practice of Alexander Hamilton.” He was the attorney for the Mahwah Planning Board when the College was first under development. He has served as a member and president of the Mahwah Board of Education, the Mahwah Chamber of Commerce, the Mahwah Historical Society and the Mahwah Museum. He is also a member of the Bergen Highlands/Ramsey Rotary Club and is currently a member of the Board of Governors of the Ramapo College Foundation.
Edward Saiff came to Mahwah to live when he became assistant professor of biology in the second year of the College. He is currently dean of the School of Theoretical and Applied Science, and has taught and mentored students, providing leadership in the College community throughout his career. He served four terms as president of the Faculty Assembly. He has been a member and president of the Mahwah Board of Education, the Mahwah Environmental Commission, and the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference. He is a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the Linnean Society of London, and the American Society of Ornithologists. He is the author of 48 academic papers and has presented his research at conferences in the United States, Europe and Russia. He is the recipient of awards from Ramapo College for Outstanding Contributions to the Extracurriculum and for Contributions to the College Judicial System. He served three terms as president of Temple Beth Haverim Shir Shalom in Mahwah. He is an Eagle Scout and served as Scoutmaster of Troop 50 in Mahwah.

Learning Commons Topping Off Ceremony
2020-03-25 16:00 - 17:00 | Ramapo College – Learning Commons, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
