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Connections Newsletter April 22, 2025

Connections Newsletter April 22, 2025

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Student Life Insider

Tuesday, April 22, 2025

  • Classes Resume and Offices Reopen: Welcome Back!
  • Earth Day: Every year on April 22, Earth Day marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970.
  • Digging Pat’s Garden: 11:00am, Tennis courts behind Heffernan Hall
  • Packed Lunch Picnic: 12:00pm, Chapel Lawn
  • Sophomore Tree planting: 12:20pm, Chapel Lawn
  • Tote Bag Painting: 1:00pm, Connelly Green
  • Rosegrow Tie Dye: 2:00pm, Kistler Memorial Library
  • MFA Creative Writing Class with Jen Rieger: 6:00-9:00pm, Main Building

Wednesday:

  • Junior Class Blessing: 3:30-4:30pm, Chapel
  • Pre-Health Club Meeting: 6:15-7:30 pm, Science Building Room 212
  • Campus Ministry Movie and Pizza Night “Belfast” 7:00-9:00pm, Library Commuter Lounge. Please email [email protected] if you plan to come so that we know how much pizza to order.

Thursday:

  • Interfaith Tea Time: 4:00-5:00pm, Kistler Memorial Library
  • Student Engagement – Bonfire: 7:00-9:00pm, Connelly Green

Friday:

Student Engagement – ALPFA Fundraiser: 5:00-7:00pm, Alumnae Hall

Saturday:

Black Student Union – Gilded in Gold, Fashion Show: 6:00-9:00pm, Sr. Mary George Community Room

Raven Recap: Campus Updates and Reminders

What’s for lunch? Check out this week’s menu.

Coming Soon: Friday, May 2 is the last day of classes for full-term spring semester. Final exams are Monday, May 5-Friday, May 9. View final exam schedule.

Don’t forget that the chapel and the prayer room in the library are open daily for reflection and prayer.

Athletics: View full schedule at Rosemont-Ravens.com

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Rosemont Mourns Loss of Pope Francis

Rosemont College joins the world in mourning the loss of Pope Francis. Rosemont President Jim Cawley issued the following statement:

“As a college rooted in Catholic values, Rosemont has long admired Pope Francis’ unwavering commitment to social justice and the dignity of every person. His call to embrace one another and create a more welcoming Church has inspired people across the globe.”

A Glimpse of Ireland at Kistler Memorial Library

The Gertrude Kistler Memorial Library proudly showcases rare Irish literary treasures from its Special Collections. Highlights include replica volumes of the Book of Kells, works by W. B. Yeats, and The Story of Early Gaelic Literature by Douglas Hyde. Curated in collaboration with Dylan Hunter, Irish exchange student, and Dr. Timothy Jackson, the exhibit also features a broader collection of Irish historical, political, and literary works.
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 Commencement Central

Stay in the know about all things Commencement as we prepare to celebrate the Class of 2025! The celebration begins on Wednesday, May 14, with the Baccalaureate Mass at 5:00pm in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception. The grand highlight of the week will be the Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, May 15 at 10:00am on Connelly Green.

Save the date for the Grad Fair dates to pick up your commencement regalia:
“As a college rooted in Catholic values, Rosemont has long admired Pope Francis’ unwavering commitment to social justice and the dignity of every person. His call to embrace one another and create a more welcoming Church has inspired people across the globe.”

  • Wednesday, May 7th: 4:00-7:00pm, Sr. Mary George Community Room
  • Thursday, May 8th: 9:00am-1:00pm, Sr. Mary George Community Room

Don't Miss...

Careers at Rosemont: Check the latest listings for career opportunities. If you know someone who would be a good fit, please encourage them to learn more from Human Resources and apply.

Counseling Center: Learn more about Counseling resources and how to schedule an appointment.

Food Pantry: A resource for all community members. Open daily 6:00 am-9:00 pm and from 10:00 am-6:00 pm on weekends. (Lower level of Chapel).

Gallery: Senior shows now on display.

Stay Informed: Remember to sign up for Campus Text Alerts.

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Founded in 1921 by the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, Rosemont College is a private, coeducational institution that is rooted in Catholicism and welcomes people of all faiths. Rosemont offers a comprehensive education through small group and experiential learning experiences while providing campus wide academic, spiritual, and professional support. The College respects and embraces diversity and individuality and promotes students' lifelong success.

"What one is called to do, one is called to do with all their might."

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