Ramapo International

Book Club - Year of Europe
2017-09-25 13:10 - 15:40 (America/New_York) | Current Periodicals Reading Lounge (Library)
[Current Periodicals Reading Lounge (Library)]
Join the Potter Library in reading A Man Called Ove, a New York Times Bestselling Swedish feel-good story about a cantankerous old man and the impact his life has on others. The first 30 students to sign up will receive a free copy of the novel. Contact Sam Wittenberg (switten1@ramapo.edu) and Katie Cohen (kcohen1@ramapo.edu) to join and for additional information. Hosted by the George T. Potter Library; Co-sponsored by Center for Student Involvement & the Roukema Center for International Education.

DACA ending & your undocumented students: ways you can support them
2017-09-26 14:00 - 15:00 | ASB230
[ASB-230] Join the Office of Equity and Diversity Programsand hear from expert presenters Stephanie Delia (Supervising Attorney at the CUNY Citizenship Now!, City College Immigration Center) and Tatyana Kleyn (Associate Professor and Program Director in the Bilingual Education and TESOL programs at The City College of New York) on the implications of DACA being rescinded and how it will be phased out over time, what this means for your students with DACA and the legal options your undocumented students may have available to them. Email oed@ramapo.edu for updates.

Chicana Lesbians
2017-09-26 18:00 - 19:00 | B218
[B218] This will be a discussion-based event to explore how it is to be queer coming from a Hispanic background. We will share facts and different statistics through a power-point and let the audience contribute their insight.

Spanish, Latino, or Hispanic?
2017-09-26 20:00 - 21:00 | B218
[B218] We will go over the key difference and settle any misinterpretations about being Spanish, Latino, or Hispanic. We will explain the the origin of the words and help people understand how they should identify themselves in their daily lives.

Opening Celebration: Year of Europe
2017-09-27 12:00 - 15:00 | SC219 (Friends Hall)

Hindi Language Happy Hour
2017-09-27 13:00 - 14:00, 2017-10-04 13:00 - 14:00, 2017-10-11 13:00 - 14:00
[ASB-123]
Would you like to practice your Hindi language skill? The Roukema Center for International Education offers Hindi Language Happy Hour every Wednesday from 1-2pm in ASB-123. All levels are welcome. Come join us!
For more information, please email goabroad@ramapo.edu or call ext. 7533.

German Language Happy Hour
2017-09-27 13:00 - 14:00, 2017-10-04 13:00 - 14:00, 2017-10-11 13:00 - 14:00 | ASB-123
[ASB-123]
Would you like to practice your German language skill? The Roukema Center for International Education offers German Language Happy Hour every Wednesday from 1-2pm in ASB-123. All levels are welcome. Come join us!
For more information, please email goabroad@ramapo.edu or call ext. 7533.

Japanese Language Happy Hour
2017-09-27 14:00 - 15:00, 2017-10-04 14:00 - 15:00 | ASB-522
[ASB-522] Would you like to practice your Japanese language skill? The Roukema Center for International Education offers Japanese Language Happy Hour every Wednesday from 2-3pm. All levels are welcome. Come join us! For more information, please email goabroad@ramapo.edu or call ext. 7533.

Understanding the X: A Candid Conversation on Inclusivity Within the Spanish Language
2017-09-27 15:00 - 16:00 | Women’s Center C220
[Women’s Center C220] Join the Women’s Center and the Association for Latinos Moving Ahead for a discussion on how the heavily gendered Spanish language is making strides to be more inclusive of those who do not fall under the traditional gender binary. Bring your thoughts, questions and open minds. See you there!

Spanish Conversation Hour
2017-09-28 13:00 - 14:00 | G-221
[G221] Practice your Spanish skills by joining the Spanish Club for Spanish Conversation Hour on Thursday, September 28 at 1 p.m. in G-221. Snacks and beverages will be provided. For any questions, please email tperez@ramapo.edu

Latin Dance Lessons
2017-09-28 20:30 - 21:30 | Friend’s Hall
[Friend’s Hall] We will teach a variety of Spanish dances like Bachata, Merengue, and Salsa while at the same time enjoy some delicious food from our background. This will not only be a fun time of dance and music, but it will teach students how fun being exposed to different cultures and learn that although something may seem strange at first that it may be enjoyable.

Stories from India: Student Reflections on Summer Study Abroad
2017-09-29 14:00 - 15:00 | Alumni Lounge, SC-156
[Alumni Lounge, SC-156]
Come hear the stories and experiences of Ramapo Students who participated in the Summer 2017 study and service abroad program to South India. The presentation will be held on Friday, September 29th from 2pm to 3pm in Alumni Lounge, SC-156. For more information on Ramapo Programs in India, please visit: https://www.ramapo.edu/study-abroad/india/, and contact the Roukema Center x7533.

Make Your Own Piñata
2017-09-29 23:00 - 2017-09-30 00:00 | J.Lee’s
[J.Lee’s] Join the Office of Equity and Diversity Programs and the Association of Latinos Moving Ahead to make your own piñata! Supplies will be provided and we will be breaking a pinata as well!

The Brown Berets: Then and Now
2017-10-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Friends Hall
[Friends Hall] Join the Office of Equity and Diversity Programs for a presentation about the history of the Brown Berets, a pro-Chicano organization that emerged during the Chicano Movement in the late 1960s who’s movements largely revolved around farm workers’ struggles, educational reform, anti-war activism and police brutality.

Latin Game Night
2017-10-03 21:00 - 22:00 | J.Lee’s
[J.Lee’s] This program will explore the differences and similarities between board games in the United States and different games around all of Latin America. Light snacks and refreshments from various places in Latin America will be served.

Something about Latino Men
2017-10-04 12:00 - 13:00 | A227
[A227] We will discuss the different stereotypes of Latino Men.

Diversity Day: Unity Through Identity
2017-10-04 12:00 - 16:00 | Arch/Grove
[Arch/Grove]
Diversity Day is a day to celebrate and embrace who we are, despite our differences, no matter what race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, nationality, or ability. It is alos a day to reflect on and learn about different cultures and ideologies at Ramapo College.
Several cultural performances and presentations are scheduled, and variety of international food will be served.

Italian Conversation Hour
2017-10-05 13:25 - 14:25 | A-102
[A-102] Join the Italian Club in A-102 from 1:25p.m.-2:25 p.m. on every other Thursday to learn the Italian language and culture. Pizza will be served. For information, please email rmontem1@ramapo.edu

Street Soccer Tournament (Ramapo-USA vs. CPH Business - Denmark)
2017-10-05 15:30 - 18:00 | Laurel Hall Courts
[Laurel Hall Courts]
Street Soccer Tournament
Ramapo (USA) vs. CPH Business (Denmark)
Thursday, October 5th, 3:30pm
Watch and enjoy!
For more information contact Mustapha Abou-Zeinab (mabouzei@ramapo.edu).

"500 Years" Movie Screening
2017-10-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Laurel Hall Screening Room
[Laurel Hall Screening Room] We will screen 500 years, a movie about mounting resistance played out int eh Guatemala’s recent history, through the actions and perspectives of the majority indigenous Mayan population, who now stand poised to re-imagine their society.

Revolutionaries of Latin America
2017-10-05 23:00 - 2017-10-06 00:00 | B225
[B225] Join the Office of Equity and Diversity Programs and the Association of Latinos Moving Ahead for a talk and presentation about the revolutionaries of Latin America. Join us to learn about the historical figures and how they changed their countries and the world, for better or worse. Refreshments will be served.

The Evolution of Spanish Music
2017-10-06 23:00 - 2017-10-07 00:00 | B226
[B226] A discussion about the evolution of Spanish music. Starting where Spanish folk music originated from and how music progressed into today culture. People will listen, dance, learn, and enjoy the different styles of music all night long.

Significance of Saints in Latin American Culture
2017-10-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Alumni Lounge 158
[Alumni Lounge 158] Come learn, and discuss the various roles and significance of Saints in a variety of Latin American culture and history.

Una Noche Mexicana
2017-10-10 20:00 - 21:00 | J.Lee’s
[J.Lee’s] The Ramapo Community will learn about the Mexican culture with authentic Mexican food, dance, and games.
