Starting in November of 2013, protesters in the Eastern European country of Ukraine had taken to the streets to protest the government of then President Viktor Yanukovych. After months of opposition, Yanukovych fled to Russia, leaving the country with the task of administering new elections, slated for May 25. […]
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G-wing and Adler Center Construction Continues
The G-wing renovations and construction of the Adler Center for Nursing Excellence have suffered from various delays due to winter weather and minor architectural issues, pushing both deadlines back further than originally expected. According to Project Engineer for Century 21 Construction Ben Sowizral, the G-wing third and fourth floor renovations […]
Alt Break Trips Send Students to Seven Volunteer Locations
Ramapo College students traveled to seven different national and international locations last week on Alternative Break volunteer service trips. The Alternative Break program is coordinated by the Civic and Community Engagement Center. This year’s trips included excursions to Heifer Project’s Overlook Farm in Rutland, Mass.; Sandy Relief Project with World […]
Young Librarian, with Big Plans, Comes to Ramapo
The George T. Potter Library has recently added a new member, Katie Maricic, to their team of librarians. Maricic’s vast knowledge and love for books made the job a great fit. “As a librarian, I love reading! I love the Harry Potter books and art history,” Maricic said. Maricic is […]
Greeks Get Inspired by Influential Sororal Women
Greek life adviser Stephanie Hernandez hosted a conversation with students about influential sororal women and their place in the past, present and future, as a part of Women's Herstory Month in the York Room on Tuesday. Hernandez turned her presentation into a discussion, asking students to mix together to form […]
Assemblyman Jay Webber Discusses His Experiences in Trenton
The College Republicans hosted New Jersey Assemblyman Jay Webber in the York Room on Tuesday. Webber spoke to the students in attendance about his personal experiences in Trenton as an assemblyman and about being an active Republican in college. “If you’re a right of center person, someone who thinks the […]
Seniors Attend NJ Nursing Student Conference
Ramapo nursing students attended the 62nd annual New Jersey Nursing Students Conference at the Taj Mahal in Atlantic City. "The conference was an awesome experience," said Sarah Conway, a senior. "The break-out sessions were very informative and many presenters offered their contact information if anybody had any further questions." The […]
Senior Debuts Designs in Online Jewelry Store
Nicole Alvarez successfully launched Nicole’s NYC, a two-month old online jewelry store that sells statement jewels, all while completing her senior year at Ramapo. Created by the Alvarez sisters, Melanie, Cathy, and Nicole of Old Tappan, N.J., Nicole’s NYC features around 50 unique pieces of jewelry, like necklaces, bracelets, earrings […]
Students Speak Out at The Body Monologues
A crowded J. Lee’s welcomed several students on Wednesday for The Body Monologues, a Women’s Center and Delta Phi Epsilon co-sponsored event. The Body Monologues, inspired by the Vagina Monologues, is part of the Women’s Center’s Love Redefined Campaign that began in February, providing a platform for students to share […]
Students Make Effort to Bring E.M.S. Back
Ramapo First Responders Club is quickly assembling student volunteers in an attempt to regenerate the Ramapo E.M.S. program on campus. “First Responders are very passionate about bringing Ramapo E.M.S. back to the campus because they are eager to help out their fellow students,” said freshman Rich Apramian, secretary of First […]
