Across campus, offices, centers, and programs create opportunities to meet others, explore your interests and identities, access support, and build community. Here are a few upcoming opportunities to connect:

The Multicultural Center and the Office of Access, Belonging, and Community (ABC)

Wednesday, September 2nd, 4pm – Bandshell Lawn
Cookout for the Culture 2026
Multicultural Center and the Office of Access, Belonging, and Community
Cookout for the Culture 2026 in collaboration with the First Generation Student Center and the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF). Join in on our annual welcome back bash and enjoy cuisine from around the world! Email Access, Belonging and Community at abc@ramapo.edu or stop by the Multicultural Center.

Wednesday, September 16th, 1:15pm – Arch
Hispanic Latinx Heritage Month Celebration
The Office of Access, Belonging, and Community invites all faculty, staff, and students to celebrate the start of Hispanic Latinx Heritage Month!

Commuter Affairs – Center for Student Involvement

Tuesday, September 1st, 9am – Berrie Center Lawn
Commuter Breakfast
Enjoy a free breakfast hosted by Commuter Affairs! This is a great grab and go event to make friends, learn about our upcoming major events, and start the day off on a great note! Stop by our table anytime to enjoy a great morning with the RCNJ commuter squad!” You can RSVP for the following event at this Archway link. Questions? Email Commuter Affairs at commuters@ramapo.edu or stop by the Center For Student Involvement (CSI).

Monday, September 21st, 1pm – B-225
Commuter Focus Group
We want to hear from RCNJ commuters on your experience! Don’t miss out on our first focus group session of the Fall 2026 semester to share how the first weeks of the semester have been going. Connect with new friends, have your questions answered, and enjoy some free food with the RCNJ Commuter Affairs Team. You can RSVP for the following event at this Archway link. Questions? Email Commuter Affairs at commuters@ramapo.edu or stop by the Center For Student Involvement (CSI).

Degree Completion Program – Adult Learners

Thursdays 10am–6pm
Late Night Office Hours
The Degree Completion Program offers extended Thursday office hours throughout the Fall 2026 semester to support adult learners. Stop by between 10am–6pm, or schedule an evening appointment by request, to connect and get the support you need as you work toward completing your degree.
Questions or looking to schedule an appointment? Reach out to the Degree Completion Program at complete@ramapo.edu.

The First-Generation Student Center

Thursday, September 24th, 1pm – SC156
Strengthening the System: Bridging the Gap between 1st Gen & Family
The First-Generation Student Center and Counseling Services are partnering up to discuss how to maneuver and strengthen relationships with family and loved ones as a first-gen student. As the first in your family to go to college, you are blazing a new path, but let’s explore the challenges and brainstorm solutions to bridge the gaps across generations! Questions? Contact firstgen@ramapo.edu.

Office of Violence Prevention

Thursday, October 22nd, 6pm – Alumni Lounges
Take Back The Night
This annual event raises awareness, empowers individuals, and inspires action that will bring an end to interpersonal violence including intimate partner violence and sexual assault. Questions? Email the Office of Violence Prevention at ovp@ramapo.edu or stop by the the Office of Violence Prevention.

Veterans and Military Families Success

Thursday, August 27th, 12pm – Trustees Pavilion Front Lawn
1st Annual Military Appreciation BBQ
Join us for food, fun, and community as we kick off the new academic year and honor our Veterans, Active Duty, ROTC Cadets & Military Families. Stop by the Veterans and Military Families Success Team.

Women’s Center

Thursday, October 1st,  1:00pm – Arch (Rain: Alumni Lounges)
Disability Awareness Month x Queer & Trans History Month Opening
Please join the Office of Specialized Services and Women’s Center & LGBTQ+ Services as we recognize both Disability Awareness Month and Queer & Trans History Month by celebrating the rich histories, achievements, resilience, ongoing advocacy, and interconnectedness of these communities with a Proclamation. Together, we will honor the people and movements that continue to build a more accessible and affirming future for all. For questions, accessibility needs, or disability-related accommodations, please contact 201-684-7468 or women@ramapo.edu.

Wednesday, October 7th, 12pm – Grove/Havemeyer Arch (Rain Site: Friends Hall)
Annual Pridefest
As part of our campus-wide observance of Queer & Trans History Month, the Women’s Center & LGBTQ+ Services is thrilled to announce our 9th Annual Pridefest! This yearly gathering honors and uplifts Ramapo’s LGBTQIA2S+ (QT+) community by celebrating the dignity, visibility, resilience, creativity, and history of QT+ people. Pridefest transforms campus into a vibrant, QT+-centered space welcoming people of all genders and sexualities. This year features live music by local QT+ performers, activities, prizes, and a Tabling Fair with campus and community partners. Join us this OUTober as we celebrate QT+ community, connection, and creativity! Questions? Email the Women’s Center at women@ramapo.edu or stop by the Women’s Center.

Ramapo’s culturally based student organizations offer opportunities to celebrate culture, share experiences, build community, and learn from one another. Whether you identify with a community or are interested in learning more, these organizations welcome students to connect, participate, and get involved.

Explore their upcoming programs and find a community or experience that interests you:

Black Student Union (BSU)
Students of Caribbean Ancestry (SOCA)
Greek Culture Club
Association of Latinos Moving Ahead (ALMA)
Organization of Latino Unity (OLU)
South Asian Club
Filipino American Student Association (FASA)
Balkan Student Association
United Asian Association (UAA)
African Federation of Representation and Opportunity (AFRO)

Ramapo’s faith-based student organizations provide opportunities to explore faith, connect with others, celebrate traditions, and build community. Whether you’re looking for a community that shares your faith or interested in learning about different religious traditions, these organizations offer ways to connect and get involved.

Explore their upcoming programs and opportunities below:

Muslim Student Association (MSA)
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship (IVCF)
Newman Catholic
Hillel
Chabad
Interfaith Prayer & Reflection Space H-201