The anti-diabetic medication Ozempic has been in the news lately because celebrities and other public figures seem to be using it for weight loss, leading to a shortage in this drug that is important for those with type 2 diabetes. Annette Choi and Han Vu of CNN state that, “Ozempic […]
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Admitted Students Day welcomes class of 2027
The Office of Admissions hosted its annual Admitted Students Day on Sunday alongside the Center for Student Involvement. This event invites all accepted students to explore Ramapo’s campus, attend information sessions on their majors and talk to faculty and staff from different departments. According to the Fall 2022 Enrollment Report, […]
Panelists say LGBTQIA+ books get banned out of bigotry
Recently, multiple states have been passing legislation that is banning LGBTQIA+ books. In lieu of this, Ramapo hosted an event on April 4 called Banning Books, Banning Minds to discuss the effects of book banning. The event began with opening remarks from Ed Shannon, professor of literature and president of […]
Boygenius returns with debut album
Boygenius’ debut album “the record” was released this Friday, and to say it was highly anticipated is an understatement. The singer/songwriter supergroup consisting of Julien Baker, Lucy Dacus and Phoebe Bridgers – all who have their own successful solo careers – released a self-titled EP in 2018. Since then, fans […]
Trump proclaims innocence at rally
As politicians are beginning their campaign trails, former President Donald Trump decided on an explosive beginning as he rallied in Waco, Texas. Not only was his rally on the same day as the 30th anniversary of the Branch Davidian standoff, an event that eventually led to the death of about […]
Former art professor unveils new installment
Dr. Judith Peck worked at Ramapo for 42 years teaching various disciplines of art including sculpture, life drawing and art therapy. Her accomplishments included developing a program that would train students how to teach art to people in jails, nursing homes, psychiatric centers, domestic violence shelters and homes for abused […]
‘PORTALS’ takes Cry Babies to a new dimension
Melanie Martinez is not just a musician, but a storyteller. For years, her fans have followed her character, Cry Baby, through the trauma of growing up in an abusive household, escaping toxic relationships and existing within a controlling system. The last we had heard of her was in Martinez’s “K-12” […]
LSU’s championship overshadowed by double standard
For the first time in school history, Louisiana State University (LSU) is the NCAA Women’s Basketball National Champion. The Tigers — led by junior guard Angel Reese and second-year head coach Kim Mulkey — defeated the Iowa University Hawkeyes by a score of 102-85 on Sunday. The Hawkeyes’ run to […]
Adama Sanogo helps UConn win National Championship
On Monday night, No. 4 University of Connecticut (UConn) and No. 5 San Diego State University (SDSU) took to the stage in the fight for the National Championship. UConn came away with the trophy, winning 76-59, continuing their streak of winning every game in the tournament by double-digits. The Huskies […]
Jersey-based opportunities for spring fun abound
Spring: a season filled with rebirth, renewals and awakenings. Days become longer, flowers blossom on trees, birds begin their good morning chirps — cue the applause! The highly awaited mild weather means now is the time to indulge in the outdoors, and the New Jersey area has plenty to offer […]