On September 18, 2026, Rosemont College students, faculty, and staff took part in a memorable High Impact Friday through a Doylestown Cultural District Tour led by Professor Joanne Campbell. The group explored the Michener Art Museum, Mercer Museum, Fonthill Castle, and the Moravian Tileworks—four sites that showcase the art, history, and craft traditions of the Delaware Valley.
The day offered an engaging mix of cultural learning, local history, and community connection beyond the classroom.
A Strong Turnout & Enthusiastic Leadership
Student Pearl Smith described the experience as “amazing,” highlighting both the size of the group and the energy of the day. “We had the great opportunity to be led by Professor Campbell, and she showed up with a lot of enthusiasm,” she said. “I was surprised by the group of students that we had… It was a big crowd. It was at least 10 of us, and I think even maybe more.”Smith also noted the shared sense of occasion: “Everyone wore really cute outfits and dressed up for it. So I really appreciated that we were all on the same page like that.” The strong turnout helped create what she called a “full Rosemont group day.”
Connecting Local History & Personal Roots
For Smith, who is from Feasterville in Bucks County, the Doylestown Cultural District Tour carried special meaning. “The Mercer Museum talks a lot about the history of Bucks County… I got to learn a lot more about the history of the town,” she shared. “It was cool to feel like I’m from Feasterville, I’m from Bucks County, and be a part of that.”Returning to the Moravian Tileworks also brought a shift in perspective. “I had been to the tile works museum before when I was younger. So it was nice to come back… and now seeing it as an adult changes the perspective,” she said.
Shared Moments Across the Community
The tour was enriched by the presence of faculty and staff who joined the exploration. Smith recalled enjoyable banter during the tour, time spent with Professor Tatiana looking at watercolor paintings from New Hope, and welcome opportunities to connect with President Jim Cawley, Suzanne Cawley and Rosemont Marketing Director Giselle Noel while walking through the Tileworks.
Those informal conversations and shared observations helped make the Doylestown Cultural District Tour feel like more than a series of site visits—it became a community experience.
We look forward to more opportunities that bring the Rosemont community together in discovery, conversation, and shared curiosity.
Rosemont College High Impact Fridays
Rosemont College launched "High Impact Fridays" in Fall of 2026. It is a voluntary initiative offering diverse experiential learning opportunities outside the traditional classroom. Each week features unique activities designed to foster personal growth, career development, and community connection. Ultimately, the program enriches the Student Life experience by connecting academic concepts with real-world practice and preparing graduates for leadership and rewarding careers. Examples include the American Revolution Museum, the Doylestown Cultural District and the 9/11 Memorial at the McKaig Nature Center.
Explore all the current, future and past High Impact Friday events including recaps with photos of past events by visiting the High Impact Schedule & Sign Up page.
