Stay connected and in the know! Your summer Rosemont Connections Newsletter is here, packed with campus news, exciting events, and good things from our community. Check the Rosemont College website to keep up with the latest or subscribe below!
THIS MONTH
Academic Calendar
Check the Calendar, Events & Schedule page to navigate to all things at Rosemont!
Don’t miss these important items from the Academic Calendar:
- June 19, 2026 – Last day to withdraw Session I classes
- June 28, 2026 – Summer Session I ends
- June 29, 2026 – Summer Session II begins
Commencement 2026: A Celebration of Resilience
On Thursday, May 14, 2026, Rosemont College celebrated the achievements, perseverance, and promise of the Class of 2026 during its 103rd Commencement Ceremony and how it served as a celebration of resilience.
Read the moving recap or watch the complete 2026 Commencement on video!
Accessing Presence Art Exhibit: Alfred Ortega
Rosemont College proudly announces the Accessing Presence exhibit by artist Alfred Ortega.
The exhibition is open and being held in the Patricia Nugent Gallery from June 18th through July 20th.
A special reception took place on Saturday, June 20th from 3:00 – 5:00pm.
Dr. Hagedorn Attends Canary Islands Symposium
Rosemont is proud to celebrate the impactful work of Dr. Christine Hagedorn, who recently participated in a significant international symposium in the Canary Islands, Spain. This high level gathering brought together global leaders, scholars, advocates, migrants, and refugees to address human dignity, migration, and global citizenship.
Throwback: Professor Campbell Takes Students to NY
On Saturday, May 9, 2026, a group of Rosemont students led by Professor Joanne Campbell embarked on a day of art, exploration, and community in New York City. Read about how the students traveled to New York, explored The Metropolitan Museum of Art, met up with President Cawley and more!
Throwback: Escape Room for Senior Week
The Class of 2026 wrapped up their unforgettable Senior Week with an exciting team building activity, a thrilling Escape Room challenge at Amazing Escape Room. This off campus adventure gave graduating students a fun, memorable way to connect one last time before Commencement.
High Impact Fridays at Rosemont College
Beginning in Fall 2026, Rosemont College will launch High Impact Fridays, a new initiative designed to create exciting opportunities for students to connect, explore, learn, and engage beyond the traditional classroom. The goal is to provide students with engaging experiences that foster personal growth, professional development, community connection, and real world learning.
Claude Corps Fellow Paid Employment Opportunity
Claude Corps places early career fellows inside nonprofits, government agencies, and public interest organizations for a year to put AI to work on problems that matter.
This is one year fellowship offers a full time salary of $85,000, benefits, Claude API and tooling access, with onboarding bootcamp, professional networking and relocation included. Read the Claude Corps Fellow Paid Employment Opportunity to learn more.
Summer Paid Employment Opportunities
Rosemont students and educators can inspire gifted youth as instructors, teaching assistants, resident assistants, or administrators at vibrant residential sites in MD, PA, CA, NY, and RI (with housing and meals included) or day sites in MD, FL, and NY.
Explore all CTY summer employment opportunities that offer a diverse, inclusive team committed to equity and apply today to make a meaningful impact!
ArtBound Initiative: Dream Creative Internships
Launch your career with confidence with the ArtBound Initiative that guarantees 100% of participants a confirmed placement in art, design, fashion, media, or communications.
Choose opportunities in New York, LA, London, Berlin, Sydney (or virtual), get expert portfolio reviews + live sessions with Warner Bros., PepsiCo, and Paramount pros, plus full travel, housing support, and a lifelong global creative network. Spots are limited and deadlines are approaching (check post for full details by location).
ON THE HORIZON
Weekend Writer’s Retreat Workshop: Journaling
The Creative Notebook: How to Get Unstuck, Break Through Blocks, and Take Your Writing to the Next Level Writer’s Studio Weekend workshop with Margo Rabb is July 10 – 12, 2026.
This multi genre workshop is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC for writers of all levels. Rosemont Alumni are eligible for a 15% discount. Reserve your spot early – spaces are intentionally limited and go fast!
Weekend Writer’s Retreat: CNF (Sold Out)
Creative Non Fiction: Where Memory Catches Fire: A Lyrical Séance Writer’s Studio Weekend retreat with Jennifer Rieger is July 10 – 12, 2026 and is SOLD OUT.
This workshop offers writers a transformative exploration of the lyrical essay and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC for writers of all levels. Rosemont Alumni are eligible for a 15% discount. Reserve your spot early – spaces are intentionally limited and go fast!
Weekend Writer’s Retreat Workshop: Flash Fiction
Flash Fiction Writer’s Studio Weekend workshop with Trish Rodriguez is July 10 – 12, 2026.
This workshop focuses on the art of writing small stories that pack a powerful punch and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC for writers of all levels. Rosemont Alumni are eligible for a 15% discount. Reserve your spot early – spaces are intentionally limited and go fast!
Weekend Writer’s Retreat Workshop: Poetry
Poetry Workshop Writer’s Studio Weekend workshop with Liz Abrams-Morley is July 10 – 12, 2026.
This workshop invites poets and prose writers alike to explore the power of poetic techniques and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC for writers of all levels. Rosemont Alumni are eligible for a 15% discount. Reserve your spot early – spaces are intentionally limited and go fast!
Weeklong Writer’s Retreat: Novel Writing (Sold Out)
Novel Writing: Going the Distance: From Chapter One to “The End” Writer’s Studio Weeklong retreat with Charles Holdefer is July 12 – 17, 2026 and is SOLD OUT.
“Going the Distance” is a practical, craft focused workshop designed to confront the real obstacles that keep novels unfinished and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC for writers of all levels. Rosemont Alumni are eligible for a 15% discount. Reserve your spot early – spaces are intentionally limited and go fast!
Weeklong Writer’s Retreat: Short Story (Sold Out)
Short Story: Short Fiction Immersion Writer’s Studio Weeklong retreat with Elise Juska is July 12 – 17, 2026 and is SOLD OUT.
This workshop offers a supportive and focused environment and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC for writers of all levels. Rosemont Alumni are eligible for a 15% discount. Reserve your spot early – spaces are intentionally limited and go fast!
Weeklong Writer’s Retreat: CNF & Poetry
Excavating Meaning from the Mundane: A Generative Hybrid Poetry & Creative Non Fiction Workshop Based on Life’s Inspired Moments Writer’s Studio Weeklong retreat with Bethany White is July 12 – 17, 2026.
This generative workshop offers writers a unique opportunity to transform everyday experiences into compelling literary work and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC for writers of all levels. Rosemont Alumni are eligible for a 15% discount. Reserve your spot early – spaces are intentionally limited and go fast!
The Space of Desire Art Exhibit: Adrienne Jenkins
Rosemont College proudly announces the The Space of Desire art exhibit by Adrienne Jenkins.
The exhibition will be held in the Patricia Nugent Gallery from July 23rd through August 24th.
A special reception will take place on Saturday, July 25, 2026 from 3:00 – 5:00pm.
Study Abroad Spain – Total Solar Eclipse!
Learn about and sign up for Study Abroad Spain, August 7, 2026, for 7 or 10 days to witness the eclipse on August 12, 2026. Explore all study abroad opportunities to plan your international experience.
Save the Date: Reunion 2026
Rosemont College announces plans for Rosemont Reunion 2026. This signature event will bring alumni back to campus for a memorable weekend of connection and celebration. The Reunion will take place from October 2 – 4, 2026. Rosemont looks forward to welcoming graduates home for this special occasion.
ICYMI
Event Recap: A Celebration of Heritage at Rosemont
Rosemont College brought its Irish roots to life with a memorable Irish History Event featuring two captivating programs: powerful stories of Irish women told through stunning original artwork and “Hooves on the Hill,” an engaging look at the campus’s historic equestrian legacy and famous families like the McShains. Students, faculty, and guests enjoyed live Irish music, great food, and inspiring stories — including reflections from recent study abroad travelers to Ireland.
A beautiful evening that honored the past while strengthening community spirit!
Rosemont Students Visit National Liberty Museum
Sports Governance students participated in an educational visit to the National Liberty Museum to explore how sports connect communities, shape civic identity, and reflect democratic values.
The visit gave students the opportunity to connect classroom discussions with real world examples. During the visit, students explored the museum’s featured exhibit, In the Arena. The exhibit highlights the power of sports to bring people together around shared causes and experiences.
Rosemont Students Shine in National Marketing Event
Rosemont College students traveled to Phoenix to compete in the 2026 USPS Direct Effect Innovation Competition, collaborating with peers from 11 other schools to create innovative direct mail campaigns for real clients. The hands on experience allowed them to apply classroom skills, learn from industry experts, and strengthen their professional networks in a competitive national setting.
Event Recap: May Day Celebration
Explore the May Day Celebration Recap to learn how the community came together for this fun and memorable campus tradition.
The free event, sponsored by the Cultural Heritage Gallery, welcomed everyone with open arms and no registration required. Following the outdoor portion of the program, guests transitioned smoothly to the Kistler Memorial Library, where the celebration continued indoors with even more engaging activities and refreshments.
Merger Update: Interview with President Cawley
One year into the groundbreaking student first merger, President Cawley reports strong progress, a collaborative partnership with Villanova, and a continued commitment to letting current students finish their degrees at Rosemont.
The College is introducing exciting new experiential learning with “high impact” Fridays, deepening its famously personalized education, and preserving key campus landmarks, traditions, and identity through 2028.
A thoughtful model for higher ed’s future—well worth reading.
How to Convert Student Success into Career Success
Dean Kolick shares some practical tips on how to prepare for finals, finish strong and prepare for success after graduation. Explore how to Convert Student Success into Career Success to learn more now.
It’s a great resource you might want to bookmark for furture reference!
Women’s Volleyball Award Ceremony Speech
In an emotional final chapter for Rosemont Athletics, Head Coach Erin Schuler delivered a moving speech at the College’s last ever sports award ceremony, honoring the Women’s Volleyball team.
Her words captured the grit, sisterhood, and lasting legacy of a group that played through injuries, finished strong, and carried 31 years of Raven history with pride. A must read tribute to the heart of Rosemont Athletics.
Men’s Soccer Alumni Game
Former Ravens returned to the gray turf field to reconnect with teammates, relive old memories, and compete once more on the field. The afternoon featured a spirited alumni soccer game, warm ups, and plenty of time for socializing and catching up with old friends and teammates. It was a fantastic celebration of Rosemont soccer brotherhood.
Thank you to all the alumni who came out to make it a memorable day!
Ravens Players Honored as Third Team All Conference
Rosemont College baseball stars Brandon Peake and Joe Bentivegna were named to the United East Conference Third Team, a major achievement in one of the largest NCAA Division III conferences in the country.
Senior Peake led the Ravens with a .349 batting average, while sophomore Bentivegna hit .330 with impressive power numbers — both delivering standout performances in the program’s final season.
Congratulations to these outstanding Ravens on a well earned honor!
Men’s Baseball Awards Ceremony Speech
In an emotional final awards ceremony, Athletic Director Ross Trachtenberg honored the 2026 Rosemont Baseball team — the last in school history — praising their incredible resilience, sacrifice, and character through injuries, tough schedules, and the weight of ending a program.
He presented the Coach’s Award to senior Tim Shell for his unwavering commitment and the MVP Award to catcher Chase Masten for his leadership and outstanding performance. A moving tribute to the heart, grit, and lasting legacy of Rosemont Baseball. Once a Raven, Always a Raven!
Track & Field Awards Ceremony Speech
Assistant Coach Dr. Yolanda Alovor gave a heartfelt tribute to the Track & Field team, praising their resilience and remarkable growth despite a late start to the season.
She recognized standout performers including MVP Terah Pendleton, Seth Langford, Coach’s Award winner Brandon Moore, and Makaila Keith for their dedication, leadership, and team spirit. A powerful and moving celebration of the final chapter of Ravens Track & Field.
Men’s Basketball Award Ceremony Speech
At Rosemont College’s last ever sports award ceremony, senior Ryan Bowman gave a heartfelt speech representing the Men’s Basketball program — the oldest sport in school history, dating back to 1924.
He celebrated a final season filled with pride, a record 3.27 team GPA, unforgettable moments like the trip to play Navy, and strong leadership from award winners Brandon Moore (Coach’s Award) and Zaki Gomez (MVP).
A powerful and fitting tribute to honor the 102 year history of Basketball at Rosemont College.
Rosemont Athletics Final Award Ceremony
Rosemont College Athletics hosted the last sports award ceremony in the history of the school. It was a great event, where all athletes from all sports came to watch and support their teammates and friends, with the possibility of bringing home an award as well.
Read the full article to learn more about Rosemont Athletics Final Award Ceremony.
Recap: Founders’ Day Awards 2026
Rosemont College proudly hosted the 2026 Founders’ Day Awards, bringing together members of the campus community to celebrate achievement, leadership, and service. This special event recognized students, faculty, and staff who continue to shape the spirit and mission of the College. The 2026 Founders’ Day Awards highlight the dedication and impact of individuals who lead with purpose and inspire others. Congratulations to all the recipients!
Academic Honors Day 2026
Rosemont College proudly celebrated the academic excellence of its students during the annual Academic Honors Day ceremony. This signature event recognizes students who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance, leadership, and commitment to their fields of study.
We invite you to explore the full list of Academic Honors Day 2026 honorees below and celebrate their accomplishments.
SEPCHE Honors Conference 2026
Recognizing our Rosemont College honors scholars who presented their scholarship at SEPCHE Honors Conference 2026. They absolutely shined with brilliance! Congratulations to our Honors Program Director Michelle Moravec, PhD.
Writer’s Studio
Explore all the latest and upcoming Writer’s Studio opportunities that are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Reserve your spot early – spaces are intentionally limited and go fast!
Memorial Mass for Alumna Delories Richardi
A memorial mass was held in remembrance of Delories Richardi, Class of 1953.
The mass was held on Tuesday, May 26th at 11:00am in the Holy Child Chapel at New Sharon, 1341 Montgomery Avenue. All were welcome. Father Frank Chambers, OSA was the presider. The mass was live streamed.
Official Rosemont College Merger News Center
Explore the Official Rosemont College Merger News Center to find merger related information as it impacts students, faculty, staff and alumni.
We invite you to submit your merger related questions using the “Merger Contact” form located in the Official Rosemont Merger News Center contact menu.
Don't Forget...
- Athletics: Learn more about our Student Athletes.
- Center for Teaching & Learning: Faculty are invited to login to the Center for Teaching & Learning to access new, practical, & robust resources including the CTL newsletter.
- Counseling Center: Learn more about Counseling resources and how to schedule an appointment.
- Food Pantry: A resource for all community members. Open daily 6:00am – 9:00pm and from 10:00am – 6:00pm on weekends. (Lower level of the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception).
- Galleries: Explore exhibits in the Patricia M. Nugent art gallery, and discover the world in the Cultural Heritage Gallery located inside the Gertrude Kistler Memorial Library!
- Merger News: Visit the Official Merger News Center for merger related updates, FAQs & information.
- Prayer Room: Located on the second floor of the Gertrude Kistler Memorial Library.
- Stay Informed: Remember to sign up for Campus Text Alerts.
- Employment Opportunities: Explore current openings & if you know someone who would be a good fit, please encourage them to learn more from Human Resources and apply.
- Giving: Make an IMPACT at Rosemont with a gift today!
