Rockland Community College (RCC) is celebrating Italian Heritage Month with several fun events in October. Hosted by the RCC Italian Heritage Committee, the events aim to foster an appreciation for Italian and Italian-American culture, history, and contributions, enriching the RCC community with a rich tapestry of lectures, films, and presentations.

In a touching tribute, this year’s Italian Heritage Month events will be dedicated to the late Professor Josephine Tarsia, a cherished colleague, linguist, mentor, and friend to many. Tarsia, a former chair of both the Italian Heritage and Hispanic Heritage Committees, devoted many years imparting knowledge in the Foreign Language department at RCC.