Ramapo College kicked off Women’s History Month on Monday, March 3, with an opening proclamation hosted by the Women’s Center. Students and faculty gathered in the Alumni Lounges to hear from the Rampo community regarding the importance of the month and how it is celebrated at Ramapo. Assistant Director of […]
Author: Amanda Jones
‘Last Breath’ waters down harrowing true story
In 2019, writer and director Alex Parkinson released “Last Breath,” a gripping documentary that told the traumatic true story of Chris Lemons, a deep-sea saturation diver who became stranded in the North Sea with only five minutes of oxygen left. Against all odds, he survived, becoming an extraordinary testament to […]
Dove Cameron makes musical return with single ‘Too Much’
Disney star turned pop singer Dove Cameron is making a return to the music industry with her latest single, “Too Much,” released on Feb. 21. Cameron made her music debut in 2023 with “Alchemical: Volume 1,” which included the viral hit “Boyfriend.” Now, after a two-year hiatus to prioritize her […]
Osgood Perkins disappoints again with ‘The Monkey’
When I became the section editor for Arts & Entertainment, I hoped that before my time with The Ramapo News came to an end, I’d have a five-star movie review. Friday, “Longlegs” writer and director Osgood “Oz” Perkins released “The Monkey.” The film is an adaptation of Stephen King’s 1980 […]
The Berrie Center hosts ‘Mutts Gone Nuts’
The Berrie Center hosted “Mutts Gone Nuts” on Saturday, a comedy show featuring “world-class stunt dogs.” Hosted and run by Scott and Joan Houghton, who created the show in 2005, the pair rescue and adopt animals from shelters to include in their act. Dog lovers might initially have concerns about […]
All eyes on assault legends in new ‘Apex Legends’ update
Electronic Arts and Respawn Entertainment released season 24 of “Apex Legends” on Feb. 11, entitled “Takeover.” This update brings meta changes, weapon stations, a new battle pass and even an anniversary event. Last season, “From the Rift,” was possibly one of the most frustrating updates to date. Support legends were […]
Osbourne and Morrison bring ‘Gods Of Rock N Roll’ back to life
This Valentine’s Day, heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne and rock guitarist Billy Morrison released “Gods Of Rock N Roll” featuring fellow guitarist for Billy Idol, Steve Stevens. Originally featured on Morrison’s 2015 album “God Shaped Hole,” the song has undergone a dramatic transformation. What was once a hard-hitting rock track […]
Love and blood is in the air with new movie ‘Heart Eyes’
It should come as no surprise that I’m highly critical when it comes to horror — especially my slashers. I loved “Scream VI,” yet hated “Thanksgiving.” John Carpenter’s 1978 “Halloween” is one of my all-time favorites, while the “Terrifier” franchise makes me want to abandon the genre altogether. On Feb. […]
SGA hosts bracelets and bites event
The Student Government Association (SGA) hosted “Bracelets & Bites” on Feb. 10, an event where students were able to create bracelets while indulging in cookies, muffins, doughnuts and more. Held in the Alumni Lounges, students were greeted by a table of Rainbow Loom bands, string and a plethora of beads, […]
Track and field achieves numerous new records
Ramapo’s men and women’s track track and field teams traveled back to the Ocean Breeze Complex in Staten Island, N.Y. to compete at the Big Apple Invitational this past Saturday, Feb. 8. At this meet, the Roadrunners battled against athletes from D1 and D3 schools within the National Collegiate Athletic […]