Black Student Union (BSU)

The Black Student Union focus on the concerns of all students of color, not excluding different race, sex, and gender. ALL are welcome to join the organization. Students come in as a general member and can join/attend on all of our upcoming events, community services, meetings, and more. The objective of the Black Student Union is to unite all the Black families of the African Diaspora under one flag: the Red, Black, & Green. This includes Africans, Latinos, Asians, and any other group relating to the Diaspora.

Location: SC 227 next to J.Lees and the Student Government Association (SGA) office

Office Hours: 9:00am – Midnight

Study hours: Monday & Wednesday 3:00pm – 6:00pm Open to all

Contact: bsu@ramapo.edu or (201)-684-7172

Brothers Making a Difference (BMAD)

In order to establish a healthy education, empowerment, prosperity, and freedom in a climate of mis-education, mistreatment, savage inequalities, social/psychological slavery, and unequal circumstance for men of the African Diaspora, to be able to follow the true doctrine of human equality by climbing as high as he is able to climb and willing to go we commission this constitution for Brothers Making a Difference.

Contact: bmad@ramapo.edu

Filipino American Student Association (FASA)

The Filipino American Student Association (FASA) is an organization focused on spreading awareness of the Filipino culture and heritage among the students of Ramapo College. FASA is also affiliated with the Filipino Intercollegiate Networking Dialogue (FIND), a network dedicated to promoting unity among many colleges and universities across the East Coast.

Contact: fasa@ramapo.edu

International Student Organization (ISO)

The International Student Organization (ISO) is a social organization that bridges the divide between international and native students. This organization is based on different cultures and perspectives that allow individuals to enhance their knowledge on cultures around the world. ISO prides itself on diversity, mutual respect and tolerance of race, culture, religion, and sexual orientation. Our main goal is to unify cultural diversity among the Ramapo community.

To become a member of the International Student Organization, all you need do is attend one of our meetings or  simply send an email to iso@ramapo.edu and attend weekly meetings (It’s that simple) and we will all have a wonderful time together.

Ebony Women for Social Change (EWSC)

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 promote social change inside and outside Ramapo College while supporting 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. Events include trivia nights, themed nights, ice skating trips, guest speakers, educational workshops and fundraisers.

Contact: ewsc@ramapo.edu

Organization for Latino Unity (OLU)

OLU was created to unite students of diverse Latino heritages. This organization allows Latinos to come together and celebrate their similarities. Along with learning about the backgrounds of Latinos, the members of the organization plan various exciting and educational activities. 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.

 Association of Latinos Moving Ahead

The Association of Latinos Moving Ahead is an academic and social Latino organization promoting personal growth among other organizations including cultural, educational, social groups at and outside Ramapo College. The organization takes primary focus on fundraising and involvement in numerous community service activities among Latino communities. We hold a variety of social events on campus, to raise funds for the less fortunate, to address issues concerning Latinos and other ethnicities at Ramapo, and concentrate efforts on recruitment and retention of Latino students by developing academic and personal support services.

Contact: alma08@ramapo.edu

Muslim Student Association (MSA)

Muslim Student Association will provide all members of the Ramapo Community with an understanding of Islam. The primary goal of the MSA will be to serve the best interests of the students of Ramapo College. The specific goals of the MSA include, but are not limited to, creating and raising awareness and understanding of Islam on campus as well as fostering a sense of community and brotherhood/sisterhood among the students. The MSA will also promote a sense of appreciation of the core Islamic teachings to both Muslims and non-Muslims through its events and activities while providing services to facilitate a comfortable, safe, and peaceful campus environment.

Contact: msa@ramapo.edu

Ramapo Pride

Ramapo Pride provides a safe environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer, and questioning (LGBTIQQ) students and their straight allies. Our organization is built around providing activist and educational programming, but also providing a social network for LGBTIQQ students on campus. It holds weekly meetings and organizes social, educational and activist programs for the campus at large.

Contact: pride@ramapo.edu

South Asians at Ramapo Club

South Asians at Ramapo (SAR) strives to bring attention to South Asian culture on campus, as well as promote diversity. Anyone who is South Asian or is interested in experiencing South Asian culture is welcome to be a part of the club!

Contact: southasians@ramapo.edu

United Asians Association (UAA)

The mission of UAA is to advocate for and educate on the interests, cultures, and the diversity of the Asian-Pacific Islander American (APIA) Diaspora unto all students of the Ramapo College of New Jersey.

Contact:  uaa@ramapo.edu

Campus Crusade for Christ (CRU)

Campus Crusade for Christ at RCNJ is dedicated to growing in Christ and spreading the gospel on our campus. It has been at work on US campuses for more than 50 years.

CRU’s mission statement:

Our Goal is to advance God’s kingdom
by making Christ fully known on every campus,
influencing the state & ultimately the world!

Chabad: Jewish Student Organization

Mission Statement

Chabad fosters Jewish pride and identity through a warm environment and connecting with the Jewish students at Ramapo College, regardless of your religious observance. Our goal is to provide for every Jewish student at Ramapo by bringing new and innovative programs through stimulating Jewish classes, delicious home-cooked meals for Friday night, barbecues, leadership opportunities, and so much more!

Hillel

Hillel is an international organization that serves Jewish students on college campuses. Hillel offers religious and cultural programs including trips, holiday observances, historical commemorations, lectures, films, and leadership and personal growth opportunities. Although Hillel is a Jewish-based organization, it’s open to students of all faiths. They hold weekly meetings with kosher food, have dinners at students’ apartments and attend concerts. They provide students with volunteer opportunities as well as Shabbat and other holiday celebrations at the Rabbi’s house. Hillel provides students a great way to connect with each other on campus, as well as learn about Judaism on a religious, philosophical, and cultural level.

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship (IVCF)

Involved in your church at home? The Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship is just one of the ways to get involved with your faith on campus.

The organization is dedicated to students coming together and reaching out to others with the love of Jesus Christ both on and off campus.  They do so through Bible study, weekend retreats and other activities designed to develop and expand spiritual and personal growth.  Members also give back to their community by participating in soup kitchens and attending a retreat at Lake Champion, where they works as counselors.

Newman Catholic @ Ramapo 

Newman Catholic @ Ramapo is a Roman Catholic student organization that strives to provide the students of the college with spiritual formation, social programming, educational activities and community service opportunities that enhance their college experience and will impact the rest of their lives.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (AKA)

Name: Alpha Kappa Alpha
Colors: Pink & Green
National Website: http://www.aka1908.com/
Contact: aka@ramapo.edu
Founded: 1908
Chapter: Rho Gamma
Established at Ramapo: 2007

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is the first black Greek lettered sorority. It was founded at Howard University on January 15, 1908.

Motto: By culture and by merit

Colors: Salmon Pink and Apple Green

Purpose: The purpose of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards, to promote unity and friendship amongst college women, to study and help alleviate problems concerning girls and women in order to improve their social stature, to maintain a progressive interest in college life, and to be of service to all mankind.

The Resounding Rho Gamma Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated was chartered at Ramapo College of New Jersey on May 2, 1993.

Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc. (CUS)

Name: Chi Upsilon Sigma
Colors: Red, Black, and Beige
National Website: www.justbecus.org
Founded: 1980
Chapter: Beta Tau
Established at Ramapo: 2014

Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc. ® has been in existence since April 29, 1980. Established on the New Brunswick Campus of Rutgers – the State University of New Jersey, CUS was officially voted into the Greek council on March 11, 1981. Our founders are 7 Latinas who had the desire to create an organization to promote leadership amongst all communities at Rutgers University.

Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc. commit themselves to Educating, Elevating, and Empowering all Women:
1. To develop an educational, cultural, political, and social awareness;
2. To open lines of communications in order to service the community;
3. To promote and preserve the Latino culture;
4. To provide women with a choice among Greek letter sororities.

They value Sisterhood, Leadership, Service, and Character.

If you are interested in learning more aboutChi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc., please feel free to contact us at chiupsilonsigma@ramapo.edu with any questions or reach out to any sister on campus.

Lambda Sigma Upsilon Fraternity, Inc.

Name: Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity, Inc.
Colors: Baby Blue and White
National Website: http://www.lsu79.org
Contact:  lambdasigmaupsilon@ramapo.edu
Founded: 1979
Chapter: Resistentes
Established at Ramapo: 1991, 2016

Lambda Theta Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Name: Lambda Theta Alpha
Colors: Maroon and Gray
National Website: http://www.lambdalady.org
Contact:  lambdatauomega@ramapo.edu
Founded: 1975
Chapter: MU
Established at Ramapo: 1992

Founded at Kean University, in NJ in December of 1975.
Lambda Theta Alpha was THE FIRST sorority ever created to cater towards the needs of Latinas in the nation.
The purpose of the organization is to create a support group for Latinas in higher education, and unite the Latino community on campus.  Lambda Theta Alpha was established as an academic sorority.  LTA is not an exclusionary organization.  The LTA National Philanthropy is St. Jude’s Research Hospital.

Colors: Burgundy and Grey
Principles: Unity, Love and Respect

Goals: Scholarly excellence, empowerment of Latinas and the universal woman, cultural and political awareness, and community activism.

Mu Sigma Upsilon Sorority, Inc.

Name: Mu Sigma Upsilon
Colors: Baby Blue and White
National Website: http://www.msu1981.org/
Contact: musigmaupsilon@ramapo.edu
Founded: 1981
Chapter: Emeritus
Established at Ramapo: 2000

Mu Sigma Upsilon Sorority Incorporated was founded on November 21, 1981.

They are a multicultural organization.

Their three goals are Academic Excellence, Unity Among All Women, and to be Active in the University and Community.

Colors: Baby Blue and White.

Ramapo College Chapter: Emeritus Chapter; founded on November 14, 1999.

Omega Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Name: Omega Phi Beta
Colors: Black, Forest Green, and Gold
National Website: www.omegaphibeta.org
Contact:  omegaphibeta@ramapo.edu
Founded: 1989
Chapter: Beta Rho
Established at Ramapo: 2010

The purpose of Omega Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated is to Serve and Educate people of diverse backgrounds through sisterhood, leadership, and guidance. As positive role models, we promote unity of all cultures, focus on the empowerment of our gender and raise the standards of excellence in our academic, social, and personal endeavors.

OPBSI envisions a world without oppression, where empowered women celebrate the essence of womanhood and act as resources in the advancement of their communities.

Omega Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated was founded on March 15, 1989 at the State University of New York at Albany by seventeen women from various racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.  Synthesized by their passion, commitment and motivation, these women envisioned an organization that would unify all women of color who were dedicated to correcting the injustices that have and continue to affect our communities. At Ramapo College, Omega Phi Beta was established in Fall 2010.

Ramapo College Chapter: Beta Rho

Psi Sigma Phi Multicultural Fraternity, Inc.

Name: Psi Sigma Phi
Colors: Black, Silver, White
National Website: www.psisigmaphi.org/
Contact:  psisigmaphi@ramapo.edu
Founded: 1990
Chapter: Zulu Zeta
Established at Ramapo: 2000, 2018

Psi Sigma Phi Multicultural Fraternity, Inc. and its brotherhood are dedicated to the causes of academic excellence, service and multiculturalism.

Psi Sigma Phi Multicultural Fraternity, Inc. seeks those who agree with these beliefs, and believe in themselves, to join us in an effort to reach others who may be faced with trials and tribulations of living in today’s society. Phimen are tasked with the goal of educating and servicing their community to break social fears and ignorances.

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Name: Zeta Phi Beta
Colors: Royal Blue and Pure white
National Website: www.zphib1920.org
Contact:  zetaphibeta@ramapo.edu
Founded: 1920
Chapter: Kappa Upsilon
Established at Ramapo: 2013

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was founded January 16th, 1920 on the campus of Howard University in Washington D.C. We were founded on the principles of SCHOLARSHIP, SERVICE, SISTERHOOD, and FINER WOMANHOOD. We are also an organization of many firsts. We are the first sorority to charter a chapter in Africa, form youth auxiliary groups, as well as being the FIRST and ONLY sorority constitutionally bound to a Fraternity (Phi Beta Sigma). We take pride in our continued participation in transforming communities in which we’ve given untotaled hours of volunteer service to educate the public, assist the youth, provide scholarships, support organized charities, and promote legislation.

The Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Compliance (EDIC) is pleased to continue its tradition of recognizing April 2020 as Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month, in which we acknowledge and honor the history, heritage and contributions of Asian Americans, South Asians, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders.

We are also pleased to share this video compilation, comprised of messages from some of our Ramapo students, faculty and staff!