Esther Oduro

Esther Oduro of Lodi, N.J. is an Information Technology Management major with a 2.98 GPA.

At Ramapo, she has been active in several organizations, including the EOF Program, where she has participated in workshops and mentorship opportunities to support her academic and personal growth. She has also contributed to campus community-building events that promote diversity and inclusion, and she has taken part in career development programs to prepare for a future in the tech industry. She has developed strong technical, organizational, and communication skills, preparing her for a successful career in cybersecurity or product management.

Off campus, Esther is actively involved in The Church of Pentecost, where she sings in the choir and assists with organizing church events, demonstrating her commitment to service and leadership in her community.

Esther’s long-term goal is to work in the technology field, supporting businesses in building secure, innovative systems, while also giving back by mentoring other first-generation students.

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Katherine Morales

Katherine Morales of Paterson, N.J. is a senior Nursing major with minors in Psychology, Spanish, Public Health and a Spanish Certificate for Health Care and Human Services Professionals, while maintaining a 3.6 GPA. 

At Ramapo, Katherine has been active in organizations such as the Alpha Phi Omega Professional Fraternity, Nursing Student Organization, and ACS/Relay4Life. She is also in executive board positions, such as Academic Chair for NSO, being a NIM Educator for Alpha Phi Omega and being a part of the Decorations Committee in ACS/Relay4Life. 

Off-campus, Katherine volunteers at Englewood Health and Hackensack University Medical Center and transports patients and takes care of patients under the supervision of healthcare professionals.

As a First-Generation student, Katherine takes pride in being a part of multiple honor societies, and receiving both the Outstanding Leadership by a First-Year and Second-Year Student Awards.

After graduation, Katherine plans to become a Registered Nurse and become advanced in Spanish language, all while continuing the goal of becoming a Nurse Practitioner.