The pre-law fraternity Phi Alpha Delta’s Programming Chair and Student Government Association Chief Justice, Liz Mendicino, hosted the fraternity’s Freedom of Speech Fair on Nov. 15. Amanda Short, a fellow Phi Alpha Delta member, accompanied Mendicino. Mendicino opened the event as the panel’s moderator. “We are here to foster a […]
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Ramapo staff and students participate in social media and well-being panel
Dr. Michael Middleton, provost and vice president for teaching, learning and growth, mediated a discussion on social media management and well-being on Nov. 16 that focused particularly on the avenues in which young people consume world news. The conversation mainly involved Middleton and the panelists — associate professor of journalism […]
What you missed: Weeks of Nov. 15 – Nov. 29 round-up
A lot has happened in the world over the past week. Let’s catch up on the major news headlines: Rosalynn Carter Passes Away Former first lady Rosalynn Carter passed away at the age of 96 on Nov. 19. Carter served as the first lady from 1977 to 1981, and […]
Ramapo holds vigil for Trans Day of Remembrance
Every year, Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is observed on Nov. 20 across the country to honor those who have been lost to transphobic acts of violence. Ramapo joined the commemoration with a proclamation and vigil hosted by the Women’s Center and LGBTQ+ Services. The event began with a few […]
Ramapo’s ISO hosts annual ‘Light the Night’ celebration
The International Student Organization (ISO) hosted the fifth annual “Light the Night,” their Diwali and Tihar celebration on Nov. 17. The celebration was full of lights, stunning traditional dance performances, singing, music and mouth-watering South Asian cuisine that all captured the essence of the festival. “This event celebrates my favorite […]
To slay, or not to slay: Students debate the use of a slang term
PRO Imagine that a harmless term that has become a part of your everyday vocabulary always seems to stir your company in a negative way for absolutely zero reason. The term in question is the slang word “slay,” which stems from the LGBTQ+ abbreviation for “killing it,” a way to […]
‘Squid Game: The Challenge’ contestants file flimsy lawsuit
Recently, Netflix released “Squid Game: The Challenge,” a five-episode reality competition show based on the fictional Korean drama “Squid Game.” The point of “Squid Game” was to critique capitalistic society and how people put their lives on the line to succeed financially, which makes the release of the real version […]
Second season of ‘Invincible’ has fans on the edge of their seat
After a two-and-a-half year hiatus, the Amazon Prime original animated series “Invincible” is back for its second season. Many fans of the series have been eagerly waiting after the teaser trailer dropped in late January. They were pleasantly surprised when the studio dropped not only the official trailer for season […]
Sabrina Carpenter’s new EP has fans dancing through the holidays
Sabrina Carpenter is an American singer and actress who gained fame through her leading role on Disney Channel’s “Girl Meets World” as Maya Hart. Winning numerous awards for her musical releases, Carpenter released a new Christmas EP called “Fruitcake” on Nov. 17. Overall, the album is excellent. The style of […]
André 3000’s unconventional new album surprises listeners
I wanted André Benjamin, better known as André 3000, to give us a rap album, I really did. And so did he, apparently, as the first track on his album “New Blue Sun” is quite literally titled “I swear, I Really Wanted To Make A ‘Rap’ Album But This Is […]