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Asian American in the School and Workplace

ASB522

Join the Asian American Federation in examining how Asian stereotypes like “perpetual foreigner” and “model minority” have led to the rise in bullying of Asian American youth and instances of micro-aggressions against Asian Americans in schools and the workplace. Talk with leaders in the Asian community about the impact of such experiences on our mental health and social development. 1:00PM-2:30PM-ASB522

Females in STEM

Chipotle Chipotle at 1255 Route 17 South, Ramsey, NJ, United States

Make dinner a selfless act by joining us for a fundraiser to support Females in STEM Society. Come to the Chipotle at 1255 Route 17 South in Ramsey on Wednesday, April 20 between 5 and 9 p.m. Tell the cashier you’re supporting the cause to make sure that 50 percent of the proceeds will be […]

Tracy Mann on Women at the Forefront of Climate Protection

Friends Hall 505 Ramapo Valley Rd, Mahwah, NJ, United States

The 7th Lecture in the Masters in Sustainability Studies' 2016 Series "Lessons of Sustainability: Voices of Key Practitioners" presents "Women at the Forefront of Climate Protection" on Wednesday, April 20, in Friends Hall from 6 to 7:30 pm. Guest speaker Tracy Mann heads Climate Wise Women, global community leaders supporting women’s leadership on climate change. […]

Redefining Success: How Indecisiveness Can Be Used as a Strength

B124 505 Ramapo Valley Rd, Mahwah, NJ, United States

Have you ever been asked what you wanted to be when you grow up? We grow up in a society where we are taught that we just have “one great thing” and we must find it, make it a career and devote our lives to it. But for others out there, who have a limitless curiosity, where do […]

FemFest

Alumni Lounges 505 Ramapo Valley Rd, Mahwah, United States

CoSponsored by the Women's Center, Delta Phi Epsilon, Feminists United, Sigma Sigma Sigma and FEM in STEM, the FemFest team will be hosting FemFest in the Alumni Lounges on Friday, April 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. This event focuses on empowering women through education. Come learn about different women's issues that females are encountering […]

Wellness Kits

Fish Bowl 505 Ramapo Valley Rd, Mahwah, NJ, United States

This event will feature fun facts, information about Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, also #RCNJFIGHTTHESTIGMA information kits. Through education we can fight the stigma. 12:00PM-2:00PM, Fish Bowl

“Groundbreaking Presentation Proving Einstein’s Last Theory of General Relativity” – FEMinSTEM

ASB136 505 Ramapo Valley Rd, Mahwah, NJ, United States

Dr. Rodica Martin will be presenting her contributions to the recent discovery of gravitational waves and their detection. This discovery proves the last theory of Einstein's General Relativity, which will change the way we study space. The event is free but you will need to pick up your ticket at RoadRunner Central to reserve your […]

“Denim Day & Day to End Rape Culture” – Women’s Center

Patio Outside of Atrium 505 Ramapo Valley Rd, Mahwah, NJ, United States

Join us for an afternoon of activities, education, and empowerment relating to preventing and healing from sexual violence and help us end rape culture!

Racial Minority: Help- seeking outside the family

SC-156 505 Ramapo Valley Rd, Mahwah, NJ, United States

This event will address how mental health is perceived in the Asian community, followed by discussion. Join Counseling Services for a screening of the documentary “Can” which dives into the topic of mental illness, Asian American culture and stigmas etc… 1:00PM, SC156

“Building Our Community with Aaron Potenza from Garden State Equality” – Women’s Center

H-204 conference room 505 Ramapo Valley Rd, Mahwah, NJ, United States

Aaron Potenza is the Director of Programs for Garden State Equality, and he will be here to talk about having a sense of community in the LGBTQ+ community and how to create an accepting space as an ally. It is meant to bring the students together and to help build a proper support system for […]