The Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Compliance is comprised of the Office of Affirmative Action and Workplace Compliance; the Office of Title IX, ADA and Compliance Training; the Office of Equity and Diversity Programs; and the Department of Public Safety.

EDIC coordinates with campus stakeholders, including the Student Well-Being Core, the Teaching and Learning Core, the Admissions Department, the Center for Student Success, and the People Operations and Employee Resources Department, to advance Ramapo College’s mission to promote diversity, inclusiveness, sustainability, student engagement, and community involvement.  In addition, EDIC strives to maintain a campus environment that is free from bias, discrimination, hostile work environment, harassment and sexual misconduct.

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

Monday, September 16, 1:15 p.m. The Arch
Opening Proclamation – Latinx & Hispanic Heritage Month
The Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Compliance and the Multicultural Center are pleased to invite all students, faculty & staff to the Opening Proclamation Ceremony to kick off the month long recognition of Latinx & Hispanic Heritage month! Words of reflection will be provided by a few Ramapo students, faculty and staff, and snacks and refreshments will be served! In the event of rain, the program will take place in the Alumni Lounges, SC 158.

Thursday, September 19, 1:00 p.m. Multicultural Center (D214)
Carry Your Culture!
Join the First Generation Student Center, the Educational Opportunity Fund and the Multicultural Center in making D.I.Y. tote bags representing your culture while catching up with peers. Empanadas will be served!

Friday, September 20, 7:30pm, Sharp Theater
Tito Puente Jr. & His Latin Jazz Orchestra
The Berrie Center invites all students, faculty and staff to join them in celebrating their 25th opener with Tito Puente, Jr. & his Latin Jazz Orchestra. This 12 piece ensemble is guaranteed to get audiences dancing in their seats for an evening to remember while paying homage to to Tito Puente’s father’s musical legacy with hits like Oye Como Va, Ran Kan Kan and many more!

Wednesday, October 2 at 1:15pm, Multicultural Center (D214)
¡Lazos de Tradición! (Ties of Tradition) Celebrating Latinx & Hispanic Heritage Month with Bracelet Making
Join us for an inspiring and creative program as we celebrate Latinx & Hispanic Heritage Month through the art of bracelet making! “Lazos de Tradición,” we’ll explore the vibrant cultural tapestry of Latinx & Hispanic communities by crafting beautiful, handcrafted bracelets that reflect our rich heritage and personal stories. Sponsored by the Multicultural Center and the Organization for Latino Unity.

Thursday, October 10th at 7:00pm, Trustees Pavilion
Noche de Cultura
Join Association of Latinos Moving Ahead (ALMA) for a vibrant celebration of Latinx heritage! Enjoy an evening filled with food, music, dance, performances, prizes, and cultural connections you won’t want to miss! Feel free to email us at alma08@ramapo.edu or message us on Instagram at @alma_rcnj. Check out our link tree.

Bias reporting and related resources are available here.