The Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Compliance is comprised of the Office of Affirmative Action and Workplace Compliance; the Office of Title IX, ADA and Compliance Training; the Office of Equity and Diversity Programs; and the Department of Public Safety.

EDIC coordinates with campus stakeholders, including the Student Well-Being Core, the Teaching and Learning Core, the Admissions Department, the Center for Student Success, and the People Operations and Employee Resources Department, to advance Ramapo College’s mission to promote diversity, inclusiveness, sustainability, student engagement, and community involvement.  In addition, EDIC strives to maintain a campus environment that is free from bias, discrimination, hostile work environment, harassment and sexual misconduct.

For more information or to speak with an EDIC representative please visit our Contact Us page.

This year’s theme: Arts, Action, and Allyship

Wednesday, November 5th, 4:30pm. Student Center SC-156
Leadership Experiences with Marcey “Tree in the Wind” Langhorn
Join Marcey “Tree In The Wind” Langhorn, a member of the Ramapough tribe, on her first of three sessions, as she shares stories of leadership from her work within her tribal community. This workshop includes a Q&A session and a hands-on necklace-making tutorial (limited supplies available).

Thursday, November 6th, 1:15 p.m. Friends Hall
Opening Proclamation – Native American Heritage Month
The Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Compliance invites all students, faculty, and staff to the Opening Proclamation Ceremony to kick off our recognition of Native American Heritage Month! The program will include remarks and a reading of the Opening Proclamation  followed by a guest speaker and an announcement of the programs and events scheduled throughout the month. Refreshments will be served!

Thursday, November 6th, Birch Tree Inn
Birch Tree: Native American Heritage Inspired Menu
Swipe in to enjoy a meal in honor of Native American Heritage month!

Saturday, November 8th, 12:00pm. Tribal Center 189 Stag HIll Road, Mahwah
Leadership Experiences with Marcey “Tree in the Wind” Langhorn
Join Marcey “Tree In The Wind” Langhorn, a member of the Ramapough tribe, as she shares stories of leadership from her work within her tribal community. This workshop includes a Q&A session and a hands-on necklace-making tutorial (limited supplies available).

Wednesday, November 12th, 4:30pm. Student Center SC-156
Leadership Experiences with Marcey “Tree in the Wind” Langhorn
Join Marcey “Tree In The Wind” Langhorn, a member of the Ramapough tribe, as she shares stories of leadership from her work within her tribal community. This workshop includes a Q&A session and a hands-on necklace-making tutorial (limited supplies available).

Friday, November 14th, 2:00pm. Student Center SC-156-158
Native American Heritage Month Banquet
Come join the Allies of the Ramapough Munsee (ARM) as we celebrate Native American Heritage Month! There will be drummers, dancers and fabulous art done by local artists as well as presentations by fellow students!

Friday, November 14th, 3:00pm. Multicultural Center D-214
Native American Educational Trivia w/ RA Shadley
Join RA Shadley for a fun kahoot trivia round in honor of Native American Heritage month! Come have fun, and win a mini plush bear!

Tuesday, November 18th, 11:00am. Brook Church (116 6th Street, Hillburn, NY)
Activism Through The Generations with Carla “Wandering Spirit Woman” Alexander
Join Carla Alexander as she shares stories of activism across generations and the fight to save Brook Church in Hillburn, NY. Learn how community, history, and resilience come together in this journey.

Wednesday, November 19th, 6:30pm. Women’s Center & LGBTQ+ Services C-220
Screening & Discussion: Two Spirits
Join us in honor of Native American Heritage Month + Trans Awareness Week.

Wednesday, November 26th, 7:00pm. Multicultural Center D-214
Corn Husk Doll Making
Join Allies of the Ramapough Munsee (ARM) to appreciate and learn about the Native American practice of corn husk doll crafting!

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