{"id":722,"date":"2020-06-09T14:07:32","date_gmt":"2020-06-09T18:07:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/welcome\/?page_id=722"},"modified":"2025-12-03T11:27:28","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T16:27:28","slug":"welcome-week-2020","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/welcome\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome Week 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"infoBox col-sm-12 col-lg-12 \"><div class=\"boxContent\">\n<p>Welcome to Ramapo College! We are so glad that you have chosen Ramapo and are excited to welcome you to our Roadrunner community. Welcome Week is a week of activities to help you transition to Ramapo College, participate in our storied traditions and get to meet other students.<\/p>\n<p>Events designated with &#8220;Arch Event&#8221; are considered the mandatory events for new students.<\/p>\n<p>To prepare for Welcome Week be sure to review the schedule below and download the Ramapo College Archway App from the <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/id1516231606\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple store<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.novalsys.ramapo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Google Play<\/a> to be able to check in for the events as they occur. There is no need to register for Welcome Week events in advance in Archway.<\/p>\n<p>Questions? Email <a href=\"mailto:mgregory@ramapo.edu\">mgregory@ramapo.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<h3><strong>Welcome Week Schedule 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The 2026 Welcome Week schedule will continue to be updated as the date approaches.\u00a0 Be sure to check back for more inforrmation!<\/p>\n<p>Events have been created with new first year students and transfer students in mind to help in your transition to life of campus this fall semester!<\/p>\n<div id=\"829\" class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>Sunday, August 23rd<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<h3>Sunday, August 23rd<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/about\/transportation-services\/special-shuttle-schedule\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Shuttle Service<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>Information<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Residential New Student Move-In<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: Assigned by Residence Life<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Bradley Center Arena<br \/>\n<\/strong>Financial Aid and Student Accounts will be available for assistance at move-in if needed.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dunkin&#8217;<br \/>\nTime: 9:00am-4:00pm<br \/>\nLocation: Adler Center, 1st Floor<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Bookstore Hours: 9:00am-5:00pm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Parking Permits<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 9:00am-4:30pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: B 114<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you haven&#8217;t yet applied for your parking permit stop by and complete the application to receive your parking permit for the school year!\u00a0 Unable to make it? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/publicsafety\/how-to-apply-for-a-parking-permit\/\">Click here to apply online<\/a> and pick up the following day from Public Safety, C 102.<br \/>\n<strong><em>Please note: students who have already applied will pick up their parking permit at residential or commuter check-in.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Taking Care of Business: 10:00am-4:30pm\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Offices Across Campus<br \/>\n<\/strong>The offices listed below are open today to help you answer any questions you may have.\u00a0 Please note that some hours may vary, see list below for details:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Admissions, McBride House<\/li>\n<li>Center for Student Involvement (CSI), Student Center 202 (8am-Midnight)<\/li>\n<li>Center for Student Success (Advising), D 207<\/li>\n<li>Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF), D 101<\/li>\n<li>Financial Aid, E 210 (10am-2pm)<\/li>\n<li>ID Office, C 101<\/li>\n<li>Office of Specialized Services, C 206<\/li>\n<li>Office of Student Accounts, D Wing 1st Floor (10am-2pm)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tickets On Sale Now! TBD<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: CSI Main Office, SC 202<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 10am-Midnight<\/strong><br \/>\nTBD<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"color: #2f2f2f\">Welcome Barbecue and Carnival<\/strong><br style=\"color: #2f2f2f\" \/><strong style=\"color: #2f2f2f\">Time: 12:00pm-4:30pm<\/strong><br style=\"color: #2f2f2f\" \/><strong style=\"color: #2f2f2f\">Location: Bandshell Lawn<br \/>\n<\/strong>New students and their families are invited to join the fun with our Welcome Barbecue and Carnival! The Carnival includes fun for all ages including inflatables, games and a free barbecue! If your check-in time is mid to late afternoon and you want to enjoy the barbeque and carnival first, please park across the street near the tennis courts and walk to the Bandshell Lawn to enjoy the fun!<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Storyte<\/strong><strong>lling Activation<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Where: Alder Center for Nursing, AC 012<\/strong><br \/>\nAn interactive pop-up experience will allow a limited group of students to share their stories on camera. The video created from the student stories will be showcased the next day at the SKiN Experience. Limited spots are available and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Commuter Student Check-In\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 2:30pm-4:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Alumni Lounges, SC 157 &amp; 158<\/strong><br \/>\nAll new commuter students should come to campus to check-in and receive their student ID.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Commuters in Action<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 4:00pm-4:45pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Friends Hall, SC 219<\/strong><br \/>\nThis interactive workshop for commuter students will address their specific needs and questions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Panel for Families<br \/>\n<\/strong><strong>Time: 4:00pm-4:45pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Berrie Center Sharp Theater<\/strong><br \/>\nFamilies will hear from and can ask questions of other Ramapo College parents and staff so they can help you make a successful transition.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Annual New Student Assembly &#8220;Arch Event&#8221;<br \/>\nTime: 5:15pm-6:00pm<br \/>\n<\/strong><strong>Location: Bradley Center Arena<\/strong><br \/>\nStudents and families will receive an official welcome to Ramapo, including remarks from Dr. Cindy R. Jebb, President of Ramapo College; Dr. Christopher Romano, Vice President for Strategic Enrollment, Outreach and Engagement, Joseph Connell, Assistant Vice President for Student Success and Liz Mendicino, Student Government Association President.\u00a0 The Alma Mater is being sung by Amisha Singh.\u00a0 This non ticketed event is designed for new students and up to 2 guests.\u00a0 Additional guests should plan to enjoy the event via a livestream in an overflow space also located in the Bradley Center.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/welcome\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/177\/2021\/08\/Alma-Mater.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alma Mater Lyrics<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/live\">Live Stream<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Annual Arching Ceremony &#8220;Arch Event&#8221;<br \/>\nTime: 6:00pm-7:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Arch<\/strong><br \/>\nStudents and families join us for this Ramapo College tradition where all new students proceed through the Arch and are greeted by President Jebb. On the eve of Commencement, students will process through the Arch and down Mansion Road, cheered on by family, faculty and staff to signify the completion of your undergraduate experience.<\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This event happens rain or shine please be prepared.\u00a0 Guests are allowed to view the ceremony by lining the sides of Mansion Road.\u00a0 Please note during the ceremony no guests are permitted in the courtyard by the arch.\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/live\">Live Stream<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Commuters Meet: 7:00pm\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Near the Arch<\/strong><br \/>\nCommuter students gather before moving as a group to dinner, and then later to Commuter Connection and Lets Meet S&#8217;more Friends.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dinner\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 7:00pm-8:30pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Birch Tree Inn<br \/>\n<\/strong>Grab dinner before your required meetings and social programs this evening.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Commuter Connection<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 8:45pm-10:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Friends Hall, SC 219<\/strong><br \/>\nAn opportunity for commuter students to meet other commuter students before Let&#8217;s Meet S&#8217;more Friends!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Residence Life Floor Meetings<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 8:45pm-10:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Your Residence Hall<\/strong><br \/>\nMeet with your Resident Assistant and learn the ins and outs of campus living.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Let&#8217;s Meet S&#8217;more Friends!\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 10:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Arch and Grove<\/strong><br \/>\nCome hang outside and meet other new residential students and enjoy s&#8217;mores, Gaga Pit, Inflatable Skee Ball, Glow in the Dark Spike Ball and music provided by WRPR the College radio station!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"830\" class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>Monday, August 24th<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<h3>Monday, August 24th<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/about\/transportation-services\/special-shuttle-schedule\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Shuttle Service<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>Information<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Dunkin&#8217; Hours: 8:00am-3:00pm<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ramapo.sodexomyway.com\/dining-near-me\/hours\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dining Locations and Hours<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Breakfast\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 8:00am<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Birch Tree Inn<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sharp Fitness Center Hours: 8:00am-10:00pm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Bookstore Hours: 9:00am-5:00pm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>ID Office<br \/>\nTime: 9:00am-4:00pm<br \/>\nLocation: C 101<br \/>\n<\/strong>If you were unable to get your ID yesterday during move-in and check-in head down to the ID office this morning to pick up your ID.<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Meet Your Peer Facilitator and Get to Know your FYS Classmates (All First-Year Students) &#8220;Arch Event&#8221;<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 9:00am-10:45am<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Various classrooms on campus (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/welcome\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/177\/2025\/08\/FYS-Assignments-Fa25.pdf\">Click Here to View Locations<\/a>)<\/strong><br \/>\nMeet your Peer Facilitators and First Year Seminar classmates and get to know them.\u00a0 Work together with these new classmates as you complete a series of activities to develop your leadership skills.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Transfer Center and Veterans Lounge<br \/>\nTime: 9:00am-11:00am<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: E 211<\/strong><br \/>\nTransfer and Veteran students are welcome to use this lounge today and throughout the academic year to study, hang out between classes or even heat up your lunch.\u00a0 Computers and a printer are available for your use.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s My Role on Campus &#8211; Part 1 &#8220;Arch Event&#8221;<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 11:00am-12:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Group assignments were announced this morning by your peer facilitator (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/welcome\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/177\/2025\/08\/FYS-Assignments-Fa25.pdf\">Click Here to View Locations<\/a>)<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong><em>Please note: Transfer students join Group A.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em><strong>GROUP A &#8211; Trustees Pavilion: Welcome to Wellness: <\/strong><\/em>This workshop will introduce first-year students to the College\u2019s wellness initiatives. Students will learn about the wellness wheel and be invited to think more deeply about their current wellness strategies and what new strategies they would like to implement in their first year at Ramapo. Students will learn about mental health and medical services the College offers. An introduction to Togetherall for free, anonymous peer support online and the Wellness Room will be provided. Using a harm reduction framework students will learn to make informed decisions about alcohol and cannabis. The goal of this workshop is for students to learn how to prioritize their well-being.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>GROUP B &#8211; Sharp Theater, Berrie Center: SCREAM Theater: <\/em><\/strong>&#8220;Students Challenging Realities and Educating Against Myths&#8221; This peer education group uses improvisational theater to educate about issues of sexual and relationship violence, stalking and harassment with a focus on bystander intervention and the understanding that the crime of sexual violence is a community issues.\u00a0 SCREAM is designed to model positive bystander intervention and primary prevention.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>GROUP C &#8211; Friends Hall, SC 219: More Than SKIN Deep &#8211; Discovering the you from within:<\/em><\/strong> This interactive experience is designed to help students explore the complexities of identity and community. Through a combination of storytelling, multimedia presentations, and guided discussions, &#8216;SKIN&#8217; encourages participants to reflect on their own stories and consider the narratives of others. Students will engage in activities that challenge societal labels and stereotypes, fostering a deeper understanding of themselves and their peers.<strong><em><br \/>\n<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Lunch\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 12:00pm-1:15pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Birch Tree Inn<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s My Role on Campus &#8211; Part II &#8220;Arch Event&#8221;<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 1:30pm-2:30pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Group assignments were announced this morning by your peer facilitator (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/welcome\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/177\/2025\/08\/FYS-Assignments-Fa25.pdf\">Click Here to View Locations<\/a>)<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong><em>Please note: Transfer students join Group A.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em><strong>GROUP A &#8211;<\/strong>\u00a0<\/em><strong><em>Friends Hall, SC 219:\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><strong><em>More Than SKIN Deep &#8211; Discovering the you from within:<\/em><\/strong> This interactive experience is designed to help students explore the complexities of identity and community. Through a combination of storytelling, multimedia presentations, and guided discussions, &#8216;SKIN&#8217; encourages participants to reflect on their own stories and consider the narratives of others. Students will engage in activities that challenge societal labels and stereotypes, fostering a deeper understanding of themselves and their peers.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>GROUP B &#8211; Trustees Pavilion: <\/em><\/strong><em><strong>Welcome to Wellness: <\/strong><\/em>This workshop will introduce first-year students to the College\u2019s wellness initiatives. Students will learn about the wellness wheel and be invited to think more deeply about their current wellness strategies and what new strategies they would like to implement in their first year at Ramapo. Students will learn about mental health and medical services the College offers. An introduction to Togetherall for free, anonymous peer support online and the Wellness Room will be provided. Using a harm reduction framework students will learn to make informed decisions about alcohol and cannabis. The goal of this workshop is for students to learn how to prioritize their well-being.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>GROUP C &#8211; Sharp Theater, Berrie Center, SCREAM Theater: <\/em><\/strong>&#8220;Students Challenging Realities and Educating Against Myths&#8221; This peer education group uses improvisational theater to educate about issues of sexual and relationship violence, stalking and harassment with a focus on bystander intervention and the understanding that the crime of sexual violence is a community issues.\u00a0 SCREAM is designed to model positive bystander intervention and primary prevention.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s My Role on Campus &#8211; Part III &#8220;Arch Event&#8221;<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 3:00pm-4:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Group assignments were announced this morning by your peer facilitator (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/welcome\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/177\/2025\/08\/FYS-Assignments-Fa25.pdf\">Click Here to View Locations<\/a>)<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong><em>Please note: Transfer students join Group A.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><em>GROUP A &#8211; Sharp Theater, Berrie Center, SCREAM Theater: <\/em><\/strong>&#8220;Students Challenging Realities and Educating Against Myths&#8221; This peer education group uses improvisational theater to educate about issues of sexual and relationship violence, stalking and harassment with a focus on bystander intervention and the understanding that the crime of sexual violence is a community issues.\u00a0 SCREAM is designed to model positive bystander intervention and primary prevention.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>GROUP B &#8211; <\/em><em>Friends Hall, SC 219:\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><strong><em>More Than SKIN Deep &#8211; Discovering the you from within:<\/em><\/strong> This interactive experience is designed to help students explore the complexities of identity and community. Through a combination of storytelling, multimedia presentations, and guided discussions, &#8216;SKIN&#8217; encourages participants to reflect on their own stories and consider the narratives of others. Students will engage in activities that challenge societal labels and stereotypes, fostering a deeper understanding of themselves and their peers.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>GROUP C <\/em><\/strong><strong><em>&#8211; Trustees Pavilion: <\/em><\/strong><em><strong>Welcome to Wellness: <\/strong><\/em>This workshop will introduce first-year students to the College\u2019s wellness initiatives. Students will learn about the wellness wheel and be invited to think more deeply about their current wellness strategies and what new strategies they would like to implement in their first year at Ramapo. Students will learn about mental health and medical services the College offers. An introduction to Togetherall for free, anonymous peer support online and the Wellness Room will be provided. Using a harm reduction framework students will learn to make informed decisions about alcohol and cannabis. The goal of this workshop is for students to learn how to prioritize their well-being.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Ice Cream Break<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 4:00pm-4:30pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Arch<\/strong><br \/>\nEnjoy a sweet treat before heading off to Choose Your Own Adventure!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Choose Your Own Adventure\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 4:15pm-5:45pm<\/strong><br \/>\nDuring this session you have your choice of what to attend. Take this time to discover more opportunities that will help shape your college experience!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong style=\"color: #2f2f2f\">J. Lee&#8217;s<\/strong><br style=\"color: #2f2f2f\" \/><strong style=\"color: #2f2f2f\">Time: 4:15pm-5:45pm<\/strong><br style=\"color: #2f2f2f\" \/><strong style=\"color: #2f2f2f\">Location: J. Lee&#8217;s, SC 2nd Floor<br \/>\n<\/strong>Meet new people and play pool, ping pong, video games or catch a baseball game or two on one of our TVs!\u00a0 Free popcorn always available.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>Sharp Fitness Center Open\/Explore Bradley Fitness Center<br \/>\nTime: 4:15pm-5:45pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Bradley Center<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>Black Student Union Open House<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 4:15pm-5:45pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: BSU, SC 227<\/strong><br \/>\nLearn about the Black Student Union (BSU), Ebony Women for Social Change (EWSC), Organization for Latino Unity (OLU), Brothers Making a Difference (BMAD) and Students of Caribbean Ancestry (SOCA).<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>First-Generation Student Center Open House<br \/>\nTime: 4:15pm-5:45pm<br \/>\nLocation: D 208<br \/>\n<\/strong>Come visit the newly renovated First-Generation Student Center, designed to support students\u00a0where neither parent(s) nor legal guardian(s) have completed a bachelor\u2019s degree in the U.S.\u00a0 All are welcome to stop by!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>Multicultural Center Open House ***MYSTERY EVENT***<br \/>\nTime: 4:15pm-5:45pm<br \/>\nLocation: D 214<br \/>\n<\/strong>Stop by the Multicultural Center anytime before dinner for a quick activity! Warning: Snacks (not the mystery) from around the world will be provided and your appetite may be ruined.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>Office of Violence Prevention Open House<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 4:15pm-5:45pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: C 216<\/strong><br \/>\nCome meet the staff and volunteers of the Office of Violence Prevention.\u00a0 Engage with us and learn how you can do your part to ensure that RCNJ is a safe place for everyone!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>Wellness Room Open House<br \/>\nTime: 4:15pm-5:45pm<br \/>\nLocation: E 216<br \/>\n<\/strong>Stop by to experience all the relaxation resources at your disposal, including light therapy, a weighted blanket, and a massage chair. The wellness room is available to <a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/u\/0\/appointments\/AcZssZ301LxWDEkjy5CH58T9HPLm0ebs_v5X74RJNQE=?gv=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/u\/0\/appointments\/AcZssZ301LxWDEkjy5CH58T9HPLm0ebs_v5X74RJNQE%3D?gv%3Dtrue&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1722520892411000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2GRfVYJt3CT0GrJ45-AZyW\">reserve<\/a>\u00a07 days a week for individual or small group appointments. Learn more<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/health-promotion\/wellness-room\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/health-promotion\/wellness-room\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1722520892411000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1SBhkUBnlM12fCBUgRSt_o\">\u00a0here.<\/a><br \/>\n<strong><br \/>\nWomen&#8217;s Center and LGBTQ+ Services Open House<br \/>\nTime: 4:15pm-5:45pm<br \/>\nLocation: C 220<br \/>\n<\/strong>The Women&#8217;s Center promotes equality and is a resource for all students &#8211; Discover what we have to offer!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>Civic and Community Engagment Center (CCEC) Information Sessions<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 4:30pm-5:00pm AND 5:15pm-5:45pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Alumni Lounge, SC 156<\/strong><br \/>\nLearn how to get involved on and off campus with community service projects, alternative break trips and civic engagement opportunities like voter engagement.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>Fraternity and Sorority Life 101 Information Sessions<br \/>\nTime: 4:30pm-5:00pm AND 5:15pm-5:45pm<br \/>\nLocation: Alumni Lounge, SC 157<br \/>\n<\/strong>Listen to Greek leaders from the Fraternity and Sorority community talk about their Greek experience and what being Greek at Ramapo is like!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>Student Government Association (SGA) Information Sessions<br \/>\nTime: 4:30pm-5:00pm AND 5:15-5:45pm<br \/>\nLocation: Alumni Lounge, SC 158<br \/>\n<\/strong>Get involved at Ramapo by joining the SGA! Learn what it means to be the persistent voice of the student body and find out how to run in our Fall Senate Election.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>Roukema Center for International Education Information Sessions<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 4:30pm-5:00pm AND 5:15pm-5:45pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: D 215<\/strong><br \/>\nLearn more about your opportunities to study or intern abroad from Global Roadrunners and the RCIE staff. The world awaits!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>Dive Into Whole-System Sustainability at Ramapo and Beyond Information Sessions<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 4:30pm-5:00pm AND 5:15-5:45pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: A 221<\/strong><br \/>\nCome visit with Ramapo Green and our many &#8220;green clubs.&#8221; We go far beyond &#8220;environmentalism&#8221; and &#8220;recycling.&#8221; We explore the need to change where we are headed, as a campus and as a civilization. Discover all the amazingly diverse ways you can connect with whole-system sustainability and help move us forward, on and off campus. We\u2019ll show you how we can connect sustainability to each of your diverse majors and personal interests. Our groups include: 1-STEP (Students Together for Environmental Progress), Sunrise Club (Climate Action), ENACTUS (Business Entrepreneurship), Birding Club, Hiking Club (Outdoor Recreation). Do whatever you do, we say&#8211;just do it sustainably. Come find out more.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>Theater\/Music\/Performing Arts Information Sessions<br \/>\nTime: 4:30pm-5:00pm AND 5:15-5:45pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: A 223<\/strong><br \/>\nWhether you are majoring in this area or not, discover the opportunities available to you at Ramapo.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dinner\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Birch Tree Inn<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"color: #2f2f2f\">J. Lee&#8217;s<\/strong><br style=\"color: #2f2f2f\" \/><strong style=\"color: #2f2f2f\">Time: 6:00pm-7:15pm<\/strong><br style=\"color: #2f2f2f\" \/><strong style=\"color: #2f2f2f\">Location: J. Lee&#8217;s, SC 2nd Floor<br \/>\n<\/strong>Meet new people and play pool, ping pong, video games or catch a baseball game or two on one of our TVs!\u00a0 Free popcorn always available.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Commuters Meet at the Arch<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 7:15pm-7:30pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Arch<\/strong><br \/>\nReady for Maroon Madness? Meet at the Arch to walk with fellow commuters!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Residents Meet\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 7:15pm-7:30pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Residence Hall<\/strong><br \/>\nReady for Maroon Madness? Meet on your floor to walk with your RA, roommates and floormates!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Maroon Madness<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 7:30pm-10:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Bradley Center Arena<\/strong><br \/>\nShow your school spirit at this annual event and receive your first official Ramapo t-shirt.\u00a0 Enjoy the rock climbing wall, take photos in our photo booth, explore the fitness center and weight room and be sure to stay to the end for your chance to win the grand prize.\u00a0 Students will also be introduced to the fall teams and late night dining will be available.<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"color: #2f2f2f\">J. Lee&#8217;s<\/strong><br style=\"color: #2f2f2f\" \/><strong style=\"color: #2f2f2f\">Time: 10:00pm-12:00am Midnight<\/strong><br style=\"color: #2f2f2f\" \/><strong style=\"color: #2f2f2f\">Location: J. Lee&#8217;s, SC 2nd Floor<br \/>\n<\/strong>Meet new people and play pool, ping pong, video games or catch a baseball game or two on one of our TVs!\u00a0 Free popcorn always available.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"831\" class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>Tuesday, August 25th<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<h3>Tuesday, August 25th<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/about\/transportation-services\/special-shuttle-schedule\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Shuttle Service<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>Information<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Dunkin&#8217; Hours: 8:00am-3:00pm<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ramapo.sodexomyway.com\/dining-near-me\/hours\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dining Locations and Hours<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Breakfast\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 8:00am<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Birch Tree Inn<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sharp Fitness Center Hours: 8:00am-10:00pm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Bookstore Hours: 9:00am-5:00pm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s My Role on Campus &#8211; Part IV &#8220;Arch Event&#8221;<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 9:30am-11:10am<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Group assignments are the same as yesterday (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/welcome\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/177\/2025\/08\/FYS-Assignments-Fa25.pdf\">Click Here to View Locations<\/a>)<br \/>\n<em>Please note: Transfer students join Group A.<\/em><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Group A: Trustees Pavilion<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>9:30am-10:00am &#8211; Academic Rights and Responsibilities<\/li>\n<li>10:05am-10:35am &#8211; Campus Safety<\/li>\n<li>10:40am-11:10am &#8211; Ignite Your Success<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Group B: Sharp Theater, Berrie Center<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>9:30am-10:00am &#8211; Ignite Your Success<\/li>\n<li>10:05am-10:35am &#8211; Academic Rights and Responsibilities<\/li>\n<li>10:40am-11:10am &#8211; Campus Safety<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Group C: Friends Hall, SC 219<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>9:30am-10:00am &#8211; Campus Safety<\/li>\n<li>10:05am-10:35am &#8211; Ignite Your Success<\/li>\n<li>10:40am-11:10am &#8211; Academic Rights and Responsibilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Lunch\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 11:15am-12:15pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Birch Tree Inn<\/strong><br \/>\nGrab lunch before heading to Convocation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>New Student Advisement Walk-In Hours<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 11:15am-12:15pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Center for Student Success, D 207<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Meet Your FYS Class for Convocation (All First-Year Students)<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 12:30pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Classroom assignments are the same as yesterday (Click Here to View Locations)<\/strong><br \/>\nMeet up with your Peer Facilitator and FYS classmates before heading to convocation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Opening Convocation (All First-Year Students) &#8220;Arch Event&#8221;<br \/>\nTime: 1:30pm-2:45pm<br \/>\n<\/strong><strong>Location: Bradley Center Arena<br \/>\n<\/strong>This College-wide event welcomes the beginning of the new academic year. The program highlights the summer reading selection and provides an experiential learning opportunity for all students.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meet your FYS Professor (All First-Year Students)<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: Immediately following Convocation-3:30pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Classroom assignments are the same as yesterday (Click Here to View Locations)<\/strong><br \/>\nMeet your First Year Seminar professor and discuss Convocation and the Summer Reading book.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meet in the Grove<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 3:30pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Grove<\/strong><br \/>\nMeet up with your classmates to head to your School Reception.<\/p>\n<p><strong>School Receptions &#8220;Arch Event&#8221;<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 3:45pm-4:45pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: See listing below<\/strong><br \/>\nMeet the Dean and faculty members from your School during this reception.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Anisfield School of Business &#8211; Trustees Pavilion<\/li>\n<li>Contemporary Arts &#8211; Berrie Center Lobby<\/li>\n<li>Humanities and Global Studies &#8211; Alumni Lounges, SC 156-158<\/li>\n<li>Social Science and Human Services &#8211; Friends Hall, SC 219<\/li>\n<li>Theoretical and Applied Science &#8211; Bradley Center Spectator Lobby<\/li>\n<li>Undeclared &#8211; Alumni Lounges, SC 156-158<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Dinner (All Students)<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Birch Tree Inn<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Roadrunner Night Out (All Students)<br \/>\nTime: 5:00pm-12:00am Midnight<br \/>\n<\/strong>For the rest of the night, kick back and relax with friends and explore all of the opportunities below:<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>Padovano Commons<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 5:00pm-9:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Padovano Commons<\/strong><br \/>\nLooking for a low key place to hang out and meet friends? Check out the Padovano Commons, located between the Scott Student Center and Kameron Pond.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>Wellness Room Open House<br \/>\nTime: 5:00pm-9:00pm<br \/>\nLocation: E 216<br \/>\n<\/strong>Stop by to experience all the relaxation resources at your disposal, including light therapy, a weighted blanket, and a massage chair. The wellness room is available to <a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/u\/0\/appointments\/AcZssZ301LxWDEkjy5CH58T9HPLm0ebs_v5X74RJNQE=?gv=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/u\/0\/appointments\/AcZssZ301LxWDEkjy5CH58T9HPLm0ebs_v5X74RJNQE%3D?gv%3Dtrue&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1722520892411000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2GRfVYJt3CT0GrJ45-AZyW\">reserve<\/a>\u00a07 days a week for individual or small group appointments. Learn more<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/health-promotion\/wellness-room\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/health-promotion\/wellness-room\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1722520892411000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1SBhkUBnlM12fCBUgRSt_o\">\u00a0here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>J.Lees<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 5:00pm-12:00am Midnight<br \/>\n<\/strong>Meet new people and play pool, ping pong, videos games or catch a game or two on one of our TVs!\u00a0 Free popcorn always available!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>Potter Play<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 6:00pm-8:45pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Peter P. Mercer Learning Commons<br \/>\n<\/strong>Come have fun with the Potter Library in the Peter P. Mercer Learning Commons!\u00a0 Relax with friends by playing games, exploring our space and entering our raffle for a chance to win prizes. Don&#8217;t miss out!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><b>Block Party<br \/>\nTime: 8:00pm &#8211; 12:00am Midnight<br \/>\nLocation: Laurel Courts and Lawn<br \/>\n<\/b>All of campus is invited to the Block Party!\u00a0 Come and enjoy live music, free food (wings, mozzarella sticks &amp; more!), a &#8220;Wipe Out&#8221; type inflatable, a rock wall and so much more!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><b>Open Mic Night<br \/>\nTime: 9:00pm-12:00am Midnight<br \/>\nLocation: Padovano Commons<br \/>\n<\/b>Join the RCNJ College Programming Board for some fun open mic vibes! All RCNJ Roadrunners are encouraged to enjoy music performances, spoken word poetry, and more musical talents from your fellow students! Don&#8217;t miss out on a fun kick off to the Fall 2025 semester with our first Open Mic Night of the season. If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact CPB at <a href=\"mailto:cpb@ramapo.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cpb@ramapo.edu<\/a>. Sponsored by the Campus Programming Board (CPB)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Optional Late Night Dining<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 9:00pm-11:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Birch Tree Inn<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"901\" class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>Wednesday, August 26th<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<h3>Wednesday, August 26th<\/h3>\n<p><strong>First Day of Classes! Good Luck!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/about\/transportation-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Shuttle Service<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>Information<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Dunkin&#8217; Hours: 8:00am-3:00pm<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ramapo.sodexomyway.com\/dining-near-me\/hours\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dining Locations and Hours<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sharp Fitness Center Hours: 8:00am-10:00pm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Tickets On Sale Now! TBD<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: CSI Main Office, SC 202<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 8am-Midnight<\/strong><br \/>\nTBD For more information visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/csi\/roadrunner-central\">www.ramapo.edu\/csi\/roadrunner-central<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bookstore Hours: 9:00am-6:00pm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Student Involvement Fair and Global Opportunities Fair &#8220;Arch Event&#8221;<br \/>\nTime: 1:00pm-3:00pm<br \/>\nLocation: Grove<br \/>\n<\/strong>The <em>Student Involvement Fair<\/em> is designed to give new students the opportunity to learn more about Ramapo&#8217;s clubs and organizations.\u00a0 More than 100 clubs and organizations, nearly 30 fraternities and sororities, and campus partners from community and civic engagement will be present.\u00a0 <em>Rain date: Thursday, August 28th, 1pm<\/em><\/p>\n<p>The <em>Global Opportunities Fair<\/em> will link you with the international options available to you as a Ramapo College student.\u00a0 Not only do you have access to study abroad but to many other resources; internationally themed course work\/majors\/minors, volunteer abroad, service-learning abroad, intern abroad, international clubs on-campus, internationally focused events on-campus throughout the year and so much more! <em>Rain Location: Friends Hall, SC 219<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Start the Semester Strong &#8211; Study Skills for STEM Classes<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: G 131<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 3:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\nCome to the STEM Center for a workshop to learn fail proof study techniques specifically designed to help you in your Math and Science classes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Outdoor Movie: <em>TBD<\/em><\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Bandshell Lawn<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 8:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\nGrab a blanket and some friends and join us for an outdoor movie!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Optional Late Night Dining: 9:00pm-11:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: Birch Tree Inn<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"902\" class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>Thursday, August 27th<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<h3>Thursday, August 27th<\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/about\/transportation-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Shuttle Service<\/strong> <strong>Information<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Dunkin&#8217; Hours: 8:00am-3:00pm<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ramapo.sodexomyway.com\/dining-near-me\/hours\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dining Locations and Hours<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sharp Fitness Center Hours: 8:00am-10:00pm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>REMINDER Tickets On Sale Now! TBD<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: CSI Main Office, SC 202<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 8am-Midnight<\/strong><br \/>\nPRE-PURCHASE of tickets from CSI REQUIRED. Purchase tickets for TBD game while tickets remain.\u00a0 For more information visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/csi\/roadrunner-central\">www.ramapo.edu\/csi\/roadrunner-central<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bookstore Hours: 9:00am-6:00pm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Student Government Association (SGA) Open House<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 12:30pm-2:30pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: SGA Office, SC 225<\/strong><br \/>\nInterested in joining SGA? Looking for campus resources? Or do you just want a free snack? Join the Student Government Association (SGA) for an Open House with free candy! Visit the SGA Office (to the right of the Bookstore), learn how to apply for the upcoming election or just stop by for a quick chat! Any questions? Email\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:sga@ramapo.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sga@ramapo.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Start the Semester Strong &#8211; Study Skills for STEM Classes<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: G 131<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 1:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\nCome to the STEM Center for a workshop to learn fail proof study techniques specifically designed to help you in your Math and Science classes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Optional Late Night Dining<br \/>\n<\/strong><strong>Time: 9:00pm-11:00pm<br \/>\n<\/strong><strong>Location: Birch Tree Inn<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><b>TBD<br \/>\nTime: 9:00pm-12:00am<br \/>\nLocation: TBD<br \/>\n<\/b>TBD If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact CPB at <a href=\"mailto:cpb@ramapo.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cpb@ramapo.edu<\/a>. <span style=\"color: #2f2f2f\">Sponsored by College Programming Board (CPB)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"903\" class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>Friday, August 28th<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<h3>Friday, August 28th<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/about\/transportation-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Shuttle Service<\/strong> <strong>Information<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Dunkin&#8217; Hours: 8:00am-3:00pm<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ramapo.sodexomyway.com\/dining-near-me\/hours\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dining Locations and Hours<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sharp Fitness Center Hours: 8:00am-10:00pm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Tickets On Sale Now! TBD<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: CSI Main Office, SC 202<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 8am-Midnight<\/strong><br \/>\nTBD\u00a0 For more information visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/csi\/roadrunner-central\">www.ramapo.edu\/csi\/roadrunner-central<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bookstore Hours: 9:00am-5:00pm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Student Government Association (SGA) Open House<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Time: 11:00am-1:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Location: SGA Office, SC 225<\/strong><br \/>\nInterested in joining SGA? Looking for campus resources? Or do you just want a free snack? Join the Student Government Association (SGA) for an Open House with free candy! Visit the SGA Office (to the right of the Bookstore), learn how to apply for the upcoming election or just stop by for a quick chat! Any questions? 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