Marissa Krasny

Marissa Krasny of Congers, N.Y. is a double major in English & Literary Studies and Digital Journalism & Writing. She is a member of the Alpha Lambda Delta and Lambda Pi Eta honor societies, as well as a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success. 

At Ramapo, Marissa has been active in several organizations and activities, including reviving and becoming President of the American Sign Language Club, becoming Student Coordinator of RASA, and writing a host of articles for the Ramapo News.

Marissa is very proud of all she has been able to do at Ramapo College, and hopes to become an editor for novels once she graduates. Her goal is to help create stories that feature characters of diverse identities and backgrounds.

Awarded Scholarships

2022

Simon, Michael Class of 1973 LGBTQ Scholarship

Michael Simon ’73 (first graduating class) was involved in many campus activities during his undergraduate years. He and two classmates built and operated the first campus radio station WRPR in 1972. Michael and a fellow student designed the first Ramapo College class ring using the Arch and the words of JFK “Peace through Understanding ” as the base design. He was also a member of the housing committee, worked the switchboard in the evenings, and occasionally drove the shuttle bus to and from residence halls located on Route 17.

Michael created this scholarship to help involved students who excel in their contribution to the LGBTQ community at Ramapo College. Members of the LGBTQ community and their allies are eligible to apply.