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Ramapo Reacts: A Shifting Societal Issue

In contemporary society, American culture is often referred to as heteronormative, or as a nation where heterosexuality is acknowledged as the social standard. In a culture dominated by institutionalized norms and policies, laws reinforce the belief that romantic relationships should only exist between men and women who fit complementary gender […]

Top Romantic Films Sure to Melt Hearts on Valentine’s Day

Romantic comedies are typically the mundane viewing choice for couples on Valentine's Day, but there are countless other films that are a break from this cycle. These films have a sweet nature at heart ad they approach the genre of romance in a novel way. Stylistically they diverge from a […]

Netflix Changes TV Game with ‘House of Cards’

Television is changing. Instead of watching content live and waiting for commercials, viewers rely on their DVR or the Internet to watch their favorites when it is convenient, and Netflix sees this as a lasting trend. The first full season of the political thriller House of Cards was released exclusively […]

Winter Workout Wisdom to Wipe Away Weariness

Blizzards, like Nemo from this past weekend, can make a college student’s day when class is canceled and we can lay back, relax and catch a few more hours of shuteye.  But once that pleasant sleep is over, many of us may find ourselves looking for an activity that makes us […]

Fashion and Talent Outshine Drama at 2013 Grammys

The city of Los Angeles sparkled more than usual last Sunday night, as artists of all genres emerged onto the red carpet of the Staples Center in their gorgeous gowns and tailored suits for the 55th annual Grammy Awards. The night started out with a bang when Taylor Swift opened […]

Unique Gift Ideas for Valentine’s Day

Don’t be cliché this Valentine’s Day. Give the gifts no one will see coming. Tired of the stereotypical chocolates, flowers and pop-up cards? Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be a couples-only holiday. Whether you’re spending it with a special someone, a group of friends or just going solo, be unique […]

ASB Hosts Business Outlook

The Sabrin Center for Business Center and Anisfield School of Business hosted the 2013 Northern New Jersey Business Outlook Event in the Trustees Pavilion. The event was open to the greater public. The crowd consisted of Ramapo students and faculty, in addition to local business professionals of Northern New Jersey. […]

Ramapo Reacts to Winter Storm Nemo

Winter storm Nemo moved in and out of the tri-state area Friday into early Saturday, but the blizzard left the North Jersey area largely unharmed.  The Record reported that Nemo deposited about a foot of snow on most of Bergen County, which (compared to areas in New England that saw as […]

Campus Braces for Potential Blizzard

The National Weather service has issued a winter storm warning for the New York City area in effect from 6 a.m. Friday to 1 p.m. Saturday. Heavy snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches is expected, and temperatures are predicted to fall into the upper 20s by Friday evening, according […]

Warm Bodies: Zom-Com with More Charm Than Guts

Director Jonathan Levine's "Warm Bodies" is easily the best zombie romantic comedy I've ever seen. (Is zom-com a thing yet?) Despite a hackneyed premise and questionable zombie mythology, "Warm Bodies" manages to be both familiar and refreshing. What could have been 'Twilight with Zombies' is instead a fun, earnest and […]