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Black Student Union

Mission

Our Mission:

To unite all black and brown students and allies of inclusivity under the Pan-African flag;
To fight for the freedom, justice, and equality of Black people;
To cultivate the eternal spirit of family, and maintain a connection to not just Africa, but the entire planet;
To promote active communication and interaction between all students, organizations, and faculty of color;
To maintain unity and champion the success of the Black Student Union Collective– meaning the Organization of Latino Unity, Students of Caribbean Ancestry, Brothers Making a Difference, Ebony Women for Social Change in conjunction with the Black Student Union as an individual organization;
To encourage the involvement of the Black Student Union Collective in world events, campus activities and community service;
To support and educate incoming students as they integrate into the campus environment of a predominantly white institution;
To create a safe, inclusive space for freedom of expression of racial identity;
To uplift and bring awareness to all the various cultures at Ramapo College;
To create and maintain an environment that promotes this mission;

The Black Student Union Constitution

BSU Constitution Revised 2024-2025 (1)

Club Information

Clubs Information

Ebony Women for Social Change (EWSC):
President: Seun Olanrewaju oolanrew@ramapo.edu

Ebony Women for Social Change strives to make social change happen, while providing a fun and friendly environment for members. The organization’s purpose is to support members as they work to better themselves socially, academically and spiritually. Weekly meetings are held to discuss business and plan multiple events that promote African ancestry and provide opportunities to socialize. In addition, the members of Ebony Women for Social Change will strive to empower all women to stand up for their rights and speak up.

Brothers Making a Difference (BMAD):
President: Kyree Robinson-Banks krobin11@ramapo.edu

Our programs are geared towards making social and educational change to the Ramapo. Be mindful that our organization is not limited to men or people of color. Everyone no matter what background are welcome to encourage and support while we strive to make a difference!

Organization of Latino Unity (OLU)
President: Chantalle Reyes creyes8@ramapo.edu

OLU was created to unite students of diverse Latino heritages. This organization allows Latinos to come together and celebrate their similarities. OLU also serves as the political voice for Latino student issues and as a support system for students by creating an environment where they can work together to bring the Latino experience to Ramapo. Members seek to provide everyone on campus with an opportunity to learn about the Latino culture.

Students of Caribbean Ancestry (SOCA):
President: Nikita Hanover nhanover@ramapo.edu

S.O.C.A’s purpose is to promote a better understanding of Caribbean people, culture, history, and politics to the entire student body via weekly meetings and program.

How to Get Involved

Everyone is welcomed!

You do not have to be a member to come to events or enjoy our office! Official General Body Members are considered anyone registered in Archway who has attended at least 2 Black Student Union Events

Contacts

Phone: 201-684-7172
Office: SC 227, by JLees
Email: bsu@ramapo.edu

Social Media Links
Archway: Black Student Union
Instagram: Rcnjbsu

Positions of the BSU

President : Faith Duncan, fduncan@ramapo.edu
Vice President: Desiree S. Bounds, dbounds@ramapo.edu
Secretary: Nori Bynum, nbynum@ramapo.edu
Treasurer: Kyree Robinson-Banks, krobin11@ramapo.edu
Publicist: Tyler Canteen, tcanteen@ramapo.edu
Underclassman Representative:
Vida Freeman, vfreeman@ramapo.edu

Chanel Taylor, ctaylor7@ramapo.edu

Anirie Wilson, awilso10@ramapo.edu