News and Events

DMC News and Events

March 27, 2025Humanity in the Age of AI & Cybersecurity: An Interdisciplinary Exploration

Please join us for a Presidential Speaker Series fireside chat with President Jebb and Charlie Lewis, McKinsey & Co. Partner, exploring AI and Cybersecurity's transformative impact. Drawing from military, academic, and corporate expertise, Lewis will unpack critical insights for business, education, government, and humanity. Q&A to follow. All welcome! April 7th, 1pm Trustees Pavilion No registration is required! Read more about this event! Read More

March 27, 2025New Cybersecurity Major featured in Ramapo Magazine

DMC's new Cybersecurity major, created in Fall 2024, is featured in this semester's Ramapo Magazine. Check out what the College has to say about the program, cybersecurity, and career opportunities in the field! We are addressing the growing demand for cybersecurity professionals. More than a traditional technical program, this degree integrates technical skills with insights from psychology, ethics, and criminal justice. Students will gain comprehensive training that prepares them for the complex challenges of cybersecurity, learning not just coding and network protection, but also the critical human and ethical dimensions of digital security. With over 700,000 unfilled cybersecurity jobs in ... Read More

February 19, 2025Interested in double majoring in Computer Science and Cybersecurity at Ramapo?

If you are wondering if you can double major in Computer Science and Ramapo's newest tech major - Cybersecurity, the answer is yes! Here's a guide with the things you need to consider, along with a possible 4-year plan. Double majors are able to double count up to 9 courses for both their Computer Science and Cybersecurity BS degree. The guide helps you understand which courses are double counted, which cannot be, and how to make sure you stay on track. View Guide Read More

January 28, 2025DMC Fair keynote speaker: Michael Geraghty

Director of the NJ Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell (NJCCIC) and Chief Information Security Officer for the State of New Jersey DMC Fair Save-The-Date! Date/Time: Wednesday, 4/23/25, 5-7 pm Location: Ramapo College, Trustees Pavilion Join us for the Center for Data, Mathematical, and Computational Sciences (DMC) Fair on April 23th, 2025. Following the keynote speech, attendees can view posters showcasing Ramapo students’ research projects in Data, Mathematical, and Computational Sciences. Attendees will be able to network with Ramapo students and faculty as well as industry professionals. Awards will be given for the best posters and refreshments will be served. From ... Read More

October 22, 2024Larry Shapiro - AI implementation for Finance Operations

AI implementation in Finance operations Speaker: Larry Shapiro from PwC When: Monday 11/11 at 6:30pm – Room ASB 136 Topic: AI implementation in Finance operations: Larry Shapiro leads the Global Oracle ERP implementation at PwC including application of AI to finance operations and engagement management. Larry's talk will resemble a real life case study on how leaders in large global enterprises embrace AI. Some of the topics he will cover include: Leadership Concerns: Risk Management: AI-related risks (e.g., model drift, bias, security breaches). Regulatory Compliance: Adhering to regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, FINRA). Return on Investment (ROI): Measuring AI's financial benefits. ... Read More

September 9, 2024Dr. Geena Taite - Mathematical Modeling Education: My Journey Connecting Theory with Practice talk - 9/11 @ 4:15pm

Mathematical Modeling Education: My Journey Connecting Theory with PracticeDr. Geena Taite Wednesday, September 11, from 4:15pm to 5:15pm in G123 Brief Abstract: Dr. Geena Taite, Ramapo College undergraduate alumna of the mathematics program, Ramapo College adjunct professor, and PCTI STEM Academy mathematics teacher, shares her doctoral experiences learning about mathematical modeling education. These experiences led her to connect theory with practice through designing and facilitating sessions for pre-service mathematics teachers and also professional development for in-service mathematics teachers. At this talk you will engage in a brief mathematical modeling task, learn about Geena’s doctoral experiences that led to her dissertation work, and hear findings from her ... Read More

February 21, 2024Save the date! 2024 DMC Fair - April 18th

Date/Time: Thursday, 4/18/24, 5-7 pm Location: Ramapo College, Trustees Pavilion Join us for the Data, Mathematical, and Computational Sciences (DMC) Fair on April 18th, 2024. This event will feature keynote speaker Dr. Anthony Scriffignano. Anthony Scriffignano is an internationally recognized data scientist with experience spanning over 40 years, in multiple industries and domains. He is a Distinguished Fellow and member of the Loomis Council of The Stimson Center, a nonprofit, nonpartisan Washington, D.C. think tank. The event will also feature poster presentations from our students' Senior Capstone projects and Masters Thesis. Keynote Speaker Hyperdisruption: How is the datasphere changing? How ... Read More

February 21, 2024Eric Wohltman - Discussion on Software Development at JP Morgan Chase - February 28th @ 6pm

The Computer Science Club is happy to announce their first big event for the semester! Eric Wohltman, a Senior Lead Software Engineer working at the biggest bank in the US (Chase), will give an online presentation. He will share his story about what he did as a college student, how he got his first job at Chase, and how he grew in the company to become a senior lead developer. He'll also share some tips and some of the mistakes he made along the way. Sure, you do not want to miss it! DATE: February 28 @ 6 PM LOCATION: ... Read More

February 20, 2024A personal view of the Design and Evolution of C++ - Bjarne Stroustrup

Bjarne Stroustrup, inventor of the C++ language and a pioneer in the field of Computer Science, is coming to Ramapo College on March 13th at 3:30 pm. Join us to learn about the past, present, and future of the language, and Dr. Stroustrup’s personal insights on its impact on the field of Computer Science . Dr. Stroustrup is currently a Professor of Computer Science at Columbia University in New York, NY. All are welcome! Food will be available, along with a raffle for Google earbuds - courtesy of the Computer Science Club and co-sponsors. Check back here for room information ... Read More

November 7, 2023Balancing business goals with ethical considerations

Monday 11/20 at 6:30pm - Room ASB 136 Please join us for a fireside chat between Prof Jane Riff and Larry Shapiro - Global Engagement Product Director (Oracle) at PwC. The talk will cover balancing business goals with ethical considerations: Discuss the challenges of balancing business goals with ethical considerations; explain how you learn to navigate challenges and make decisions that align with both business goals and personal ... Read More