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We are so proud of Professor Joanne Campbell, who recently presented her research at the prestigious 2026 History of Women Religious in Britain and Ireland (H-WRBI) Conference at Queen Mary University of London!

Her paper, Gaudium et Spes: Stewarding Sacred Space, explored how Rosemont’s architecture, landscape, and gardens function as active agents in education and formation — drawing on more than a decade of archival and ethnographic research.

Congratulations, Professor Campbell, on representing Rosemont with distinction on an international stage! 🇬🇧

Read the full story here: https://rosemont.edu/professor-campbell-presents-at-queen-mary-university-in-london/"

While students are away for the summer, a dedicated group is caring for the Patrick Herman Memorial Garden — watering, weeding, planting, and preparing the beds so this meaningful campus space stays vibrant and welcoming.

Special thanks to Lucia Madron, Tori Jones, Bryce Simon, and the members of Rosegrow for their hands-on care and commitment. Their work keeps Patrick Herman’s memory alive in a place of growth, beauty, and community.

We are so grateful for our Summer Stewards!

🌿Read the full story here: https://rosemont.edu/summer-stewards/

✈An unforgettable study abroad opportunity is here! Rosemont students are invited to join a transformative Vienna Trip this December. Aligned with the course SOC/ARH-322 Church, Power, and Society, the program explores Vienna’s rich political and social history through art, architecture, and culture.

Highlights include the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Belvedere Palace, Schönbrunn, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Melk Abbey, Salzburg, and more.

Date: December 12–20, 2026

Cost: $4,500 (all-inclusive). Please note that spaces are limited.

Interested or have questions? Email Professor Jo Standing Campbell at [email protected].

More details: https://rosemont.edu/vienna-trip/

⚾A huge milestone for one of our own ⚾

Rosemont student-athlete Gisella “Gigi” Schiano made her official Women's Pro Baseball League (WPBL) debut on August 2 with the Boston Hunters!

Entering in the 7th inning, she recorded a strikeout and a scoreless frame. She followed it up with strong outings, including 3 shutout innings in a recent win!

Gigi already made history as the first woman to play on Rosemont’s baseball team. Now she’s competing at the professional level for the Hunters.

Read the full story: https://rosemont.edu/wpbl-debut/

Once a Raven, always a Raven. Go Hunters 💚🧡

📬 The August 17, 2026 Connections Newsletter is here!

Highlights: Fall Move In, Study Abroad: Vienna, Art Exhibit, Rosemont Student Gigi Schiano Makes WPBL Debut, Rosemont Ravens impact on Main Line Basketball history, Professor presents research in London, Summer Stewards Care for the Patrick Herman Memorial Garden, & so much more!

Read the full edition:

Connections Newsletter August 17, 2026 - Rosemont College RoCo Connections Newsletter Connections Newsletter August 17, 2026 is part of why Rosemont College is a Forbes rated best Main Line college.

Great opportunity for Rosemont students interested in law! HKM Employment Attorneys LLP is offering a $1,000 legal scholarship for students pursuing pre-law, paralegal studies, or a JD.

Eligibility highlights:
• Currently enrolled in a qualifying program
• Campus within 60 miles of Philadelphia
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Short essay on how you’ll use your legal education to serve your community

Please note that the application deadline is October 15, 2026.

This is an excellent fit for students in our Pre-Law minor.

Full details and how to apply: https://rosemont.edu/legal-scholarship/

We are so grateful to share that Rosemont College has successfully exceeded our fundraising goal for the 2026 fiscal year!

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, alumni, families, and friends, we have raised more than $500,000 in support of our students and programs.

Every gift helps provide scholarships, maintain academic excellence, fund student life, and preserve the unique Rosemont experience during this important time of transition. We are especially thankful to those who have committed to recurring gifts through 2028. Your ongoing support continues to make a significant impact on our remaining students.

Learn more and give here: https://rosemont.edu/fundraising/

Thank you for supporting Rosemont College!

To our returning Rosemont students, we hope you are having a great summer! Below is important information regarding your return to campus for the 2026–2027 academic year.

🚗Move-In Information

Move-in will take place on Sunday, August 23rd, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. To help make your arrival as smooth as possible, Residence Life staff will be available throughout the day to assist with check-in and answer any questions.

All residential students must complete the centralized check-in process in the Community Center Gym before moving into their residence halls. During check-in, students will be cleared by the Bursar, Academic Affairs, Public Safety, and Residence Life offices.

Representatives from Public Safety will also be available to assist with:

Student identification card questions or replacements. If you need a new Rosemont student ID card, please bring a valid government-issued photo ID for identity verification.

Parking permits and campus parking information. Please remember that all vehicles parked on campus must display a valid Rosemont College parking permit.

Room Assignment and Roommate - Residence Life has emailed students regarding room assignments. For any questions, please contact [email protected].

Please review the recommended residence hall packing checklist to ensure you have everything you need for move-in day:https://rosemont.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Rosemont-College-What-to-Bring-Housing_26-27.pdf

🥪Lunch

Lunch will be provided by Parkhurst in the Campus Café from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. for students and their families.

⭐️Block Party

Join us for our campus Block Party beginning at 6:00 p.m. This is a great opportunity to reconnect with friends, meet new students, and kick off the academic year with the Rosemont community.

Stay tuned! In early August, we'll be sharing our updated Annual Student Handbook, along with exciting enhancements to our dining experience for the 2026–2027 academic year. We can't wait to share what's new with you!

Questions

If you have any questions before move-in, please contact the Office of Residence Life at [email protected]. We will continue to provide updates via email as August 23rd approaches, including any additional information and instructions regarding move-in.

We look forward to welcoming you back to campus and wish you the remainder of a wonderful summer!

Residence Life Information: https://rosemont.edu/college/office/student-life/residence-life/

We are incredibly proud of alumna Linda Romanowski, who recently joined Good Day PA on ABC27 to share the heartfelt story behind her book Final Touchstones.

In the interview with Meteorologist Brett Thackara, Linda discussed her family’s immigrant journey from Sicily to South Philadelphia in the early 1900s, a story she spent 40 years bringing to life through prose and poetry.

Linda earned her Master’s in Creative Writing from Rosemont, and her success highlights the strength of our program and the Rosemont College Alumni community. She also encouraged everyone to preserve their own family stories.

As she beautifully stated,

“Everyone has a story… and our stories are your stories; your stories are our stories.”

We celebrate Linda for shining a light on immigrant resilience and the power of storytelling!

Full story & interview: https://rosemont.edu/good-day-pa!-linda-romanowski/