RCNJ Theater’s “Antigone” Runs until November 23, 2019
From November 15-23, 2019 the RCNJ Theater Program will be performing the Greek Tragedy, Antigone, in the Sharp theater from 8-10 pm. Antigone was written by Sophocles, translated by Anne Carson, and is directed here at RCNJ by Julia Sears. A description of the performance is as follows: The country has a new leader. A civil war has nearly destroyed the land. Scandal after scandal has shaken the people's faith in their government. Amidst it all, one woman stands in her faith of what is right, fighting against stoic power to honor humanity and dignity. For more info and to buy tickets please visit: www.ramapo.edu/berriecenter/november/
Founders' Day Celebrates Ramapo College's 50th Birthday
On November 6, 2019, Ramapo College celebrated Founders' Day, which marks the College's 50th Birthday. Festivities included a photo booth, caricaturists, games, refreshments, a cake cutting, giveaways, and music. Learn more: www.ramapo.edu/founders/
Spooky Stories with Doctor Chuck Stead
On October 30, 2019, Ramapo students celebrated the Halloween season with renowned storyteller and Dr. Chuck Stead. Dr. Stead retold ghost stories and read excerpts from his book, Back Porch Stories.
The Adrian Project: Criminal Investigation Exercise/Drill with the IRS
On October 25, 2019, Ramapo College partnered with the Criminal Investigative Unit of the Internal Revenue Service to stage a mock criminal investigation. Led by a team of IRS Special Agents, 22 students were sworn in and divided into four teams to investigate a financial crime. The students were provided information about the crime, financial documents related that lead to four unique persons of interest and an opportunity to surveil the person of interest and collect evidence. This activity ended with witness interrogation and an arrest, under the supervision of the assigned special agent. In addition, students were given a one hour defensive tactics training, in which students learned to handle weapons, take down and handcuff suspects.
Roadrunner Financial Group Holds New Member Education Meeting
On October 23, 2019, the Roadrunner Financial Group hosted a New Member Education Meeting in the ASB Trading Lab. Students interested in learning more about the stock market are invited to join and take advantage of the group. For more information, email invest@ramapo.edu.
Oktoberfest’s Run with Color Rains Success
On October 20, 2019, SGA hosted the 6th Annual Run with Color. The 5K run enabled participants to run around campus to various color stations to get showered with different colored powders. This fundraiser raised proceeds to support the Ramapo College Annual Fund, which supports student scholarships. This event closed off another successful fall Oktoberfest weekend of fun.
Celebrating the Third Annual Pridefest with the Women’s Center
On October 16, 2019, the Women’s Center hosted Ramapo College’s third annual Pridefest. Allies of the Ramapo College LGBTQ+ community joined in on the fun and met with on-campus and off-campus partners whose services are LGBTQ+ focused and/or LGBTQ+ friendly.
Free Cupcakes for Maroon Monday
On September 30, 2019, Maroon Monday featured a special treat. Anyone wearing maroon or Ramapo College swag had the chance to get a free cupcake in the Grove. As part of the College’s 50th Anniversary yearlong festivities, you are invited to wear maroon or your Ramapo gear every Monday as we celebrate Maroon Mondays.
Wellness Wednesday Promotes Wellness All Around
The Ramapo community gathered on September 25, 2019 in the Grove to attend the annual Wellness Wednesday event. This free event offered mental health screenings, giveaways, mindfulness activities with the Krame center, and a bike smoothie machine.
Wear Maroon on Mondays, Get Prizes
As part of the College’s 50th Anniversary yearlong festivities, you are invited to wear maroon or your Ramapo gear every Monday as we celebrate Maroon Mondays. And you can enjoy some campus-wide specials all month long. On September 23, a grand prize winner received a Ramapo College blanket and two students won tickets to the upcoming Run with Color.
LatinX Heritage Month Opening Proclamation
On September 16, 2019, the Ramapo community joined the Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Compliance for the Opening Proclamation of LatinX Heritage Month.
Ramapo College Marks the 18th Anniversary of 9/11
The Ramapo College Community gathered together the morning of September 11th for a remembrance ceremony in front of the Arch.
Ramapo College Breaks Ground on future Learning Commons
On September 4, 2019, Ramapo College held the official groundbreaking ceremony for the future Learning Commons. The Learning Commons will revitalize the site of the original George T. Potter Library. Learn more about the project: www.ramapo.edu/learning-commons/
Ramapo College Launches 50th Anniversary Celebration
On September 4, 2019, Ramapo College held a launch party to kick off the College's 50th Anniversary celebrations at the Arch. Campus and honored guests were invited to come celebrate. Giveaways, including t-shirts, stickers, window clings and snacks were available for early attendees. The 50th Anniversary Logo was also revealed. All 50th Anniversary events, as well as information about the history of RCNJ and an opportunity to share your own memories, can be found on our website: www.ramapo.edu/50
New Student Assembly Welcomes New Students and Families to Ramapo College
Students and family members received an official welcome to Ramapo, including remarks from Dr. Peter P. Mercer, President of the College; Christopher Romano, Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs; Joseph Connell, Assistant Vice President of Student Success; and Stephan Lally, Ramapo College SGA President. The New Student Assembly was held on Day 1 of Welcome Week, September 1, 2019 for 1,597 First Year and Transfer Students.
Student Involvement and Global Opportunities Fairs Welcome New Roadrunners
On September 4, 2019, the Student Involvement Fair and the Global Opportunities Fair showcased different clubs, Greek Life, and international experiences that students could participate in while at Ramapo College. Representatives from more than 160 clubs and organizations were in attendance.
Check-In Day 2019 Welcomes Newest Roadrunners
Ricky, the Roadrunner welcomes students and their families as they arrive outside of the Bradley Center to attend the New Student Assembly on September 1, 2019.
Arching Our Newest Roadrunners for Fall 2019
On September 1, 2019, Ramapo College welcomed 1,597 new Roadrunners to the start of their college experience. First-Year students and transfer students took part in Arching, where they walked up Mansion Road to shake hands with President Mercer under the Arch. Later as graduating seniors, they will walk back down through the Arch to complete their Ramapo College journey.
Arching Our Newest Roadrunners for Fall 2019
On September 1, 2019, Ramapo College welcomed 1,597 new Roadrunners to the start of their college experience. First-Year students and transfer students took part in Arching, where they walked up Mansion Road to shake hands with President Mercer under the Arch. Later as graduating seniors, they will walk back down through the Arch to complete their Ramapo College journey.
Check-In Day 2019 Welcomes Newest Roadrunners
Student volunteers helped check-in and move-in Ramapo College's new students on September 1, 2019.
Campus Gets Ready to Welcome Class of 2023
In preparation for the incoming first-year students arriving for their first semester, a hill across from the Bradley Center was spray painted "Welcome to Ramapo College Class of 2023."
Summer BBQ Gathers Commuters Together
On August 22, 2019, Commuter Affairs hosted a summer barbecue for new and returning Ramapo College commuters to come enjoy on campus and connect with each other. There was food, tie-dying, games, music and more. Thank you to the Women's Field Hockey team for also attending!
Ramapo College 2019 Graduate Commencement Ceremony
On May 23, 2019, Ramapo College held the Graduate Commencement ceremony for students earning their master's degrees. The ceremony was held in the Arena of the Bill Bradley Sports and Recreation Center.
Ramapo College 2019 Graduate Commencement Ceremony
On May 23, 2019, Ramapo College held the Graduate Commencement ceremony for students earning their master's degrees. The ceremony was held in the Arena of the Bill Bradley Sports and Recreation Center.
2019 Ramapo College Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony
The 2019 Undergraduate Ceremony was held on May 17, 2019 in the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ.
2019 Ramapo College Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony
The 2019 Undergraduate Ceremony was held on May 17, 2019 in the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ.
Arching the Class of 2019
On May 16, 2019, graduates of Ramapo College of New Jersey participated in the time-honored tradition of Arching. As first-year students, they walked up Mansion Road and through the Arch in the beginning of the fall semester. Then, just before they graduate, students walk back down Mansion Road through the Arch to complete their collegiate journey.
Arching the Class of 2019
On May 16, 2019, graduates of Ramapo College of New Jersey participated in the time-honored tradition of Arching. As first-year students, they walked up Mansion Road and through the Arch in the beginning of the fall semester. Then, just before they graduate, students walk back down Mansion Road through the Arch to complete their collegiate journey.
Arching the Class of 2019
On May 16, 2019, graduates of Ramapo College of New Jersey participated in the time-honored tradition of Arching. As first-year students, they walked up Mansion Road and through the Arch in the beginning of the fall semester. Then, just before they graduate, students walk back down Mansion Road through the Arch to complete their collegiate journey.
Visual Arts Seniors' Work Featured in "Exposed" Exhibition
The Spring 2019 Senior Thesis Exhibition opened in the Berrie Center’s Kresge and Pascal Galleries on May 8, 2019 and runs through May 14, 2019.
The exhibition features work from 18 graduating senior students in sculpture, drawing and painting, photography, electronic arts and animation, and the interdisciplinary contract major. Titled “Exposed,” the exhibition showcases the students’ creative risk-taking. The faculty curator is Jackie Skrzynski, associate professor of visual arts.
Therapy Dogs Come for Finals Relief
Our friends from Creature Comfort Pet Therapy came to help students de-stress from finals on May 7, 2019. This annual tradition is much beloved by Ramapo College students.
Camps Celebrates Higher Education Day
The Ramapo community came together on April 30, 2019 to celebrate Higher Education Day. There were discussions on issues pertaining to accessibility and affordability of higher education and celebrating EOF’s 50th anniversary. The event contained student speakers, cupcakes, pizza, Italian ice, airbrush tattoo artists and a raffle.
EWSC Throws Annual Kickback in Laurel Courts
Students in need of some stress-free times, before finals begin, found themselves at the Ebony Women for Social Change’s Annual Kickback. The event, held on April 24, 2019, had great food, music, games and many chances to win different prizes.
Ramapo College Hosts the Seventh Annual Scholars’ Day Celebration
On April 24, 2019, Ramapo College of New Jersey celebrated student creativity and scholarship at the seventh Scholars’ Day in Friends Hall. Sponsored by the Office of the Provost, Scholars’ Day showcases some of the finest faculty-mentored student creativity and scholarly activities undertaken in 2018-2019. The event contained poster sessions, as well as oral presentations by the students of their outstanding works.
Students Partake in a Holi Celebration on the Bandshell
The South Asian Club hosted its annual Holi event on April 24, 2019. The festival of colors was celebrated with Indian food and throwing colors and water balloons.
Street Dance Activism Workshop at the Arch
Students and faculty gathered at the Arch, on April 4, 2019 to learn about street dance activism from UCLA choreographer/activist Shamell Bell. This event was associated with the Berrie Center exhibition “!!!Public Art???Inquiries, Encounters.”
Ramapo College Theater’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream Opens
Ramapo College Theater Production presents “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” from April 5 through 7 and then April 11 through 13. Through hilarious and enchanting theatrical fantasia, audiences are transported from the repressie world to the unfettered world of the fairy-kingdom and back again. The Shakespeare’s surprising tale encompasses madness, mystery, and magic of love and desire. As it was the first production in the Sharp Theater when the Berrie Center first opened in 1999, it has been produced once more, and directed again by Theater professor Terra Vandergaw. For tickets and more info: www.ramapo.edu/berriecenter/april-may/
DIY Smoothies and Scones at the Havemeyer House
Students joined the Havemeyer Edible Garden and Yoga Club for a fun smoothie and scones making session. While waiting for their delicious vegetarian scones to bake, students enjoyed a nutritious smoothie. The event was lead by Dr. Jackie Ehlert-Mercer.
Ramapo Baseball Earns 10-1 Win Over Rival WPU
On April 4, 2019, Ramapo’s baseball team won against William Paterson University 10-1 at the Jeff Maund Memorial Field. To check out the stats and learn more:
ramapoathletics.com/news/2019/4/4/baseball-ramapo-earns-1...
Ramapo College Relay for Life
On March 2019, Relay for Life, a 12 hour fundraising event for the American Cancer Society, was held in the Bradley Center. This event signified that since cancer never sleeps, neither do we. Money was raised for cancer research and the transportation for cancer patients, with the goal of celebrating more birthdays and never having to hear the words “you have cancer” ever again.
Nursing Career Fair Connect Students with Local Employers
On March 28, 2019, nursing students came together for the first Ramapo College Nursing Career Fair. Representatives from Atlantic Health Systems, Valley Health System, Hoboken University Medical Center, and several other employers attended.
Students Clean Up Campus with Laurel Hall
On Sunday, March 31, 2019, students joined Laurel Hall Residence Life Staff in an opportunity to help clean their campus. With supplies provided, students were able to collect plastic, glass, paper, and metal materials, while receiving community service hours.
DIY Natural Soap at the Havemeyer House
Students gathered at the Havemeyer House for a natural soap making session on May 27, 2019. Students learned how to make their own customized natural soaps using beeswax, dried flowers, and flower extracts. The event was led by Jackie Ehlert-Mercer.
Law and Society Speaker Series features the Honorable Paul J. Vichness
As part of the Law and Society Speaker series, the honorable Paul J. Vichness spoke about his career trajectory and work as a judge on March 13, 2019.
Students Network with Alumni at SSHGS Roundtable Event
The SSHGS Alumni and Student Networking Roundtable as held on March 7, 2019. SSHGS students had the opportunity to speak with Ramapo College alumni in a friendly setting and to begin building their professional network. They learned about career opportunities, alumni career successes and challenges, and tips on how to navigate today’s workplace.
"Empowering Women Artists” with Graffiti Artist Lady Pink
Legendary street artist Lady Pink speaks about "Empowering Women Artists" as part of Women's Herstory Month on March 6, 2019 at the Kresge Gallery in the Berrie Center. Lady Pink was a major figure in the rise of graffiti as art, and her paintings are included in major museum collections. A star of the movie "Wild Style," she is a cult figure in the hip-hop subculture. Lady Pink has created a large mural for the current exhibition "!!!Public Art??? Inquiries, Encounters" currently on view in the Gallery. Learn more about this exhibition: www.ramapo.edu/news/press-releases/exhibition-questioning...
American Red Cross Visits Campus For Blood Drive
On February 26, 2019 Alpha Phi Omega and Health Services sponsored an American Red Cross blood drive. Students, Faculty, and Staff donated to help save lives.
The Ramapo College of New Jersey’s Arch in March 2019
The Arch after a mini blizzard, in March, of 2019.
I Am Enough
“I Am Enough” is a campaign created by Angelica Pasquali ‘20, intended to celebrate all that is unique and diverse about Ramapo College students, staff, and faculty. On February 21, 2019 the Wellness Coalition hosted an event focused on why we are all enough just as we are. All who attended got their own temporary tattoo and the chance to snap an instant photo of and share why they are enough. For questions, please contact: wellnesscoalition@ramapo.edu
Nursing Professor G. Elaine Patterson Honored with Thomases Award
This year’s Thomases Award was presented to Professor of Nursing, G. Elaine Patterson. Pictured left to right are: Provost Stefan Becker, Professor Patterson, Dean of TAS, Edward Saiff and Assistant Dean of Nursing, Kathleen Burke. Learn more: www.ramapo.edu/news/press-releases/nursing-professor-elai...
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