This Caribbean island is shared by the Dominican Republic and Haiti.
What is Hispaniola?
This is the national dish of the Dominican Republic, made of rice, beans, and meat.
WHAT IS LA BANDERA
This is the official mascot of Baruch College.
What is the Bearcat?
This Dominican-American reality TV star rose to fame on Love Island USA
Who is Amaya Papaya?
This is the nickname Dominicans often use for their country.
What is Quisqueya?
He is known as the “Father of the Dominican Republic.
Who is Juan Pablo Duarte
This February celebration features colorful masks and parades.
WHAT IS CARNAVAL
What was our first big event for fall 2025?
What is Sonidos de Mi Tierra?
This Dominican-American rapper, born Belcalis Almánzar, is known for hits like Bodak Yellow and I Like It.
Who is Cardi B?
This is the national drink of the Dominican Republic, made with rum, red wine, and honey.
What is Mamajuana?
This dictator ruled the country for more than 30 years, from 1930 to 1961.
Who is Rafael Trujillo?
This word, used to describe something “cool” or “awesome,” is a common Dominican slang expression.
What is Jevi?
Baruch’s business school, named after a major donor, is one of the largest accredited business schools in the country.
What is the Zicklin School of Business?
This Dominican singer, known as the “King of Bachata,” brought the genre to global fame.
Who is Romeo Santos?
The Dominican Republic is the only place in the world where this rare blue gemstone is found.
What is Larimar?
This mountain, at over 10,000 feet, is the tallest peak in the Caribbean.
What is Pico Duarte?
This traditional Dominican dessert, made with beans, milk, and spices, is especially eaten during Lent and Easter.
What are Habichuelas con Dulce?
What does ASEDOM stand for?
What is "Asociación Estudiantil Dominicana"?
This Dominican fashion designer became one of the most celebrated in the world, dressing U.S. First Ladies and Hollywood stars.
Who is Oscar De La Renta?
This island off the southeast coast of the DR is known for its crystal-clear water and beaches, often used in movies.
WHAT IS SAONA ISLAND
This northern coastal city is famous for its cable car to Mount Isabel de Torres and its amber museum.
What is Puerto Plata?
This tradition involves flying colorful kites during the windy month of March, especially by children.
What is Volar Chichiguas?
Baruch College was named after this philanthropist and financier, whose donation helped establish the college in the early 20th century.
Who is Bernard M. Baruch?
This Miss Universe 2003 was born in the Dominican Republic.
Who is Amelia Vega?
This Dominican saying (involving a broom) is used to say it will lead to getting married to an old person.
What is "no me barras los pies, que después me casó con un viejo"?