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NEWS THIS HOLY WEEK - No Class Holy Thursday & Good Friday
Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month. Campus Ministry will feature a slide on the tv screen in the lobby of the Sharon Latchaw Hirsh Community Center each week this month. Explore more in the Cultural Heritage Gallery.
This week, we honor Beatrix Farrand: Acclaimed American landscape gardener and landscape architect; early adopter of “rewilding”; worked with Grosvenor Atterbury (the famous architect of Connelly Hall); designed a First Lady’s Garden for the East Wing of the White House; only female founding member of the American Academy of Landscape Architects.
Dining Services
Check out the weekly menu to see when your favorites are cooking in the Cardinal Dining Hall!
Ravens vs. Lancaster
To Be Rescheduled
Join us in person or via livestream on Monday, March 30, 2026, at 4:00pm. Check the full 2026 Baseball Season Schedule so you don’t miss a game!
Support The Team: Get your official Rosemont College gear while supplies last!
Student Engagement Eat Along Movie Night
Rosemont College Student Engagement invites students to an exciting Eat Along Movie Night on Monday, March 30, 2026 at 7:00pm in Cardinal Dining Hall. This engaging campus event offers a chance to relax, connect, and enjoy a shared experience. Students can take a break from busy schedules while building new friendships.
Apply for Residential Leadership Positions 2026 – 2027
Rosemont College announces that applications for Residential Leadership Positions for the 2026 – 2027 academic year are now open. These important student leadership roles help shape the residential experience on campus. Students who want to make a positive impact in the community are encouraged to apply.
Applications close March 30, 2026 at 8:00pm. Interested students should review the position details and submit their materials before the deadline.
ALPFA Club: Powerhouse Women of Philadelphia
Rosemont College is pleased to share the ALPFA Club: Powerhouse Women of Philadelphia Event in celebration of Women’s History Month. This special gathering will take place on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 from 5:00pm – 9:00pm.
Nominations Open: Founder’s Day Awards!
Rosemont College proudly opens nominations for the 2026 Founder’s Day Awards. This beloved annual tradition brings the entire campus community together to celebrate the life and legacy of Cornelia Connelly. Furthermore, the college wants to spotlight those who live the Rosemont Mission every day through hard work, dedication, and spirit.
Nominations are open now through Tuesday, March 31, 2026, and the process takes just moments!
March Student of the Month Nominations Open
The Rosemont College March Student of the Month Award recognizes students for their outstanding contributions to our academic community. Nominations opened March 1, 2026, and will be collected by Student Affairs through Tuesday, March 31, 2026. We encourage you to submit a nomination and help us celebrate the achievements of our students.
The Student of the Month for March will be announced on April 13, 2026.
Five Luminous Women of God
Campus Ministry proudly invites students, faculty, staff, and visitors to reflect on faith, justice, and leadership by visiting a special display honoring Five Luminous Women of God, from March 11 – 31, 2026, in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception. The exhibit celebrates five courageous women on the road to sainthood.
This inspiring display honors Julia Greeley, Henriette Delille, Venerable Mary Lange, Thea Bowman, and Dorothy Day. Each woman demonstrated extraordinary courage in the face of injustice. Taken together, their lives span more than 200 years, from 1784 to 1990. Pay a visit to the chapel to see portraits of these five extraordinary women and learn their stories.
Campus Ministry Updates: Holy Week 2026
Holy Week is the most solemn week of the year for Christians around the world. Holy Week starts with Palm Sunday and includes Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday. Don’t miss the student service opportunity at St. Francis Inn on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Explore Campus Ministry Updates Holy Week 2026 for full details!
From weekly features honoring Women’s History Month in the Community Center to an inspiring display celebrating five women of God in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception through March 31, 2026, there is much happening in Campus Ministry.
Wellness Wednesday: Mindfulness
The Counseling Center is “A Place to be Seen, Heard, and Supported, is open Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 4:00pm. In honor of Wellness Wednesday, we share a weekly reflection with practical tools to support wellbeing and personal growth.
Sam Keller leads this initiative with support from the Counseling Center team, including Thomas DeGeorge, PhD, LPC, and Robert Pina, LPC. Together, they bring clinical expertise and a strong commitment to student care. Explore the March 30th Wellness Wednesday feature: Mindfulness.
Ravens vs. Keystone
Join us in person or via livestream on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 3:00pm. Check the full 2026 Baseball Season Schedule so you don’t miss a game!
Support The Team: Get your official Rosemont College gear while supplies last!
April Student of the Month Nominations Open
The Rosemont College Student of the Month Award recognizes students for their outstanding contributions to our academic community. April Nominations open April 1, 2026, and will be collected by Student Affairs through April 30, 2026. We encourage you to submit a nomination and help us celebrate the achievements of our students.
The Student of the Month for March will be announced on May 11, 2026.
Ravens vs. Penn State Abington
Join us in person or via livestream on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 3:30pm. Check the full 2026 Baseball Season Schedule so you don’t miss a game!
Support The Team: Get your official Rosemont College gear while supplies last!
Sunday Mass – Easter Sunday
When: Sunday, April 5th, 11:30am
Where: Our Mother of Good Counsel Church
Details: Meet in front of our Chapel of the Immaculate Conception at 11:15am if you need a ride.
Alumni Achievement: Linda Romanowski
Linda graduated from Rosemont the first time in 1975. She returned to Rosemont for her MFA and turned her thesis into the multi award winning hybrid memoir Final Touchstones. She has been honored with the President’s Medal, two Bonnie Hilferty Awards, and has served on the Alumni Board (including as President during COVID) for nearly a decade and a half.
Linda’s story of impressive lifelong learning, deep service, and creative achievement is pure Rosemont pride. Read Linda Romanowski’s (’75) full alumni success story and be prepared to be inspired!
ON THE HORIZON
Cultural Heritage Gallery Spring Events
We invite you to review and attend our engaging schedule of CHG Spring Events continuing through May 1, 2026. The next event to be featured is the Climate Teach In April 8, 3:30pm in the Rotwitt Theater of the McShain Performing Arts Center. Explore the Cultural Heritage Gallery to learn more.
These programs highlight art, history, faith, and global traditions. Together, they reflect Rosemont’s commitment to cultural learning and community connection. The Cultural Heritage Gallery Spring Events welcome participation from campus and the broader public.
NARCAN® Community Training (Lunch Served)
Rosemont College invites faculty, staff, and students to attend an upcoming Narcan® (naloxone) Training on April 9, 2026 at 12:00pm in the Library Commons. This important session supports campus safety, addiction awareness, and collaboration.
Please register in advance to attend. Pizza will be provided for all participants.
Memoir as Literary Nonfiction Masterclass (Lunch Served)
Elevate your personal stories into literary art in Memoir as Literary Nonfiction, a transformative Masterclass led by Rosemont MFA alum and award winning memoirist Tracy Kauffman Wood on Saturday, April 11, 2026, 10:00am – 3:00pm (lunch included). Explore memory, truth, write a short vignette with peer and instructor feedback, master scene building/reflection/narrative tension, and gain fresh tools to shape lived experience into compelling nonfiction. Register by Friday, April 10, 2026. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
Photography Exhibit by Mark Campbell
Rosemont College continues to feature the photography exhibit by interdisciplinary artist Mark Campbell. The exhibition is on display in the Patricia Nugent Gallery through April 13th.
Campus Philly Career Event
Rosemont College encourages students to attend an upcoming Campus Philly Career Event this spring. The event will take place on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 5:00 – 7:30pm. The Career Event brings together employers, graduate programs, and public service organizations. Students can learn about many career paths in one setting. They can also practice professional communication skills.
Goldmines: Digging Deep to Find Writing Gems Masterclass (Lunch Included)
Unearth fresh, personal gems for your poems, essays, fiction, memoir, or lyrics in Goldmines: Digging Deep to Find Writing Gems, an immersive one-day masterclass led by acclaimed writer and educator Donna Kennedy Maccherone on Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10:00am – 3:00pm (lunch included). Dive into guided prompts and reflection to spark new ideas from everyday moments, generate multiple drafts in a supportive space, and leave with renewed energy, tools, and material. Register by Friday, April 24, 2026. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
2026 Golden Rose Mass & Luncheon
Rosemont College warmly invites its cherished alumnae to the annual 2026 Golden Rose Mass and Luncheon on Friday, May 1, 2026. This beloved tradition honors graduates celebrating the milestone of 50 years since their graduation. The event serves as a heartfelt tribute to the lasting bonds, achievements, and memories shared by our alumnae.
Don’t Diss Me, I’m Able Masterclass (Lunch Included)
Create authentic, stereotype shattering disability representation in children’s, middle grade, and YA literature with Don’t Diss Me, I’m Able: Crafting Authentic Disability Representation in the Main Character, a powerful one day Masterclass led by Rosemont MA alum and publishing veteran Rosalba Ugliuzza on Saturday, May 5, 2026, 10:00am – 3:00pm (lunch included). Examine evolving themes, analyze standout contemporary books, foster empathy through discussion, and gain essential tools for respectful, empowering stories. Register by Monday, May 4, 2026. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
Save the Date: Commencement 2026
Rosemont College announces plans for Rosemont Commencement 2026. Mark your calendars for Thursday, May 14th, 2026, and explore Commencement volunteer opportunities!
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.
ICYMI
Bryce Simon Named February Student of the Month!
Rosemont College proudly recognizes Bryce Simon as the February Student of the Month. This honor celebrates his dedication, leadership, and strong commitment to academic success. The Rosemont community is honored to recognize Bryce for his hard work and positive impact on campus.
Teaching Certification Application Deadline Due to 2028 Merger
Attention all former education graduates of the Undergraduate and Graduate Divisions:
If you have not applied for certification, please contact Dr. Denise Falconi, Director of Teacher Education ([email protected]), as soon as possible.
Due to our merger, the time to apply for certification is limited.
Faculty Spotlight: Thomas DeGeorge
What if the road you thought you’d left behind suddenly led you to a place where you could help heal hearts and change lives? In this Faculty Spotlight of Professor Thomas DeGeorge (counselor, professor, and director of Rosemont’s Counseling Center), he shares his unexpected return to Philadelphia, the students who inspire him daily, and why counselors are truly “the keepers of the sacred.”
Discover the courage, compassion, and real world impact that make this profession so powerful by reading his full story!
Dr. Hagedorn Lectures in Budapest!
Dr. Hagedorn Lectures in Budapest and Rosemont College couldn’t be prouder! Our own Dr. Christine Hagedorn just wrapped an unforgettable week as a guest lecturer at McDaniel College Budapest, captivating students with a powerful session on the international monetary system and sustainable business practices.
Dr. Hagedorn’s real world insights perfectly supported Dr. Lori Hockley’s international management course, giving every student fresh global perspectives they’ll carry far beyond the classroom. Explore the article photos to see what a brilliant way this is to connect our campus to the world!
New Director of Public Safety: Jenny Felton
A new leader is joining Rosemont’s Public Safety team. Retired Philadelphia Police Department officer and Rosemont Criminal Justice student Jenny Felton begins her role as Director of Public Safety on March 16, 2026, bringing experience, leadership, and a commitment to campus safety.
Alumni Tribute: Violet Francis O’Malley
Rosemont College honors the life and legacy of alumna Violet Frances O’Malley. A devoted mother, grandmother, and proud graduate, Violet lived a life marked by faith, family, and curiosity.
Violet Frances O’Malley passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026 at the age of eighty six. She lived in Annapolis, Maryland for thirty years. Earlier in her life, she lived in Laurel, Maryland.
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!
Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month. Campus Ministry will feature a slide on the tv screen in the lobby of the Sharon Latchaw Hirsh Community Center each week this month. Explore more in the Cultural Heritage Gallery.
This week, we honor Malala Yousafzi: Pakistani activist; severely wounded for advocating for girls’ education; Film and TV Producer, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate at age 17.
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.
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!
Don't Forget...
- Athletics: View full schedule at Rosemont-Ravens.com
- 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!
- 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!














































