Nicky Vasquez

Nicky Vasquez of Garfield, N.J. is an International Studies major with a double minor in History and Africana Studies. He is on the Dean’s List and is President of Sigma Iota Rho, the International Studies Honor Society. His GPA is 3.75.

At Ramapo, Nicky is the Publicist for the Active Minds Club, a brother of Alpha Phi Omega, and the student liaison for the International Studies major. He devotes a lot of his time helping other students in his major.

“I am particularly proud of becoming President of Sigma Iota Rho because I can use this leadership position to extend help to all International Studies students. Giving back and helping others is something I’m passionate about.”

He has worked part-time throughout his college career to contribute financially to his education.  He also interned at Grupo Cajolá, a small non-profit organization and at Estro Communications as a marketing intern.

“My plan is to take a gap year after graduation to explore professional opportunities in other fields, and then complete my Master’s degree in Marketing or Public Relations.”

Awarded Scholarships

2018

Garber, Jackie and Paul Scholarship

Jackie Fain Garber graduated from Ramapo College in 1975 and became a kindergarten and Montessori teacher. In 2001 she and her husband Paul decided to start an annual scholarship to recognize good students with financial need who may need a little help in paying their college costs. “I’ve gotten so much from my Ramapo education,” Jackie said at the time, “I would like to give back.” Students who receive the Garber Scholarships can be studying any discipline, but must demonstrate financial need and be in good academic standing.  Sadly, Mr. Garber died in March, 2014.