Greetings from Chilly Collegeville, PA!  I hope everyone is staying healthy!

As we welcome February 2023, let us take a moment to reflect on the love we share for our Alma Mater.  As you gaze into the WordCloud (which follows my message), you will see a compilation of words provided to me by members of the Rosemont Community. Although the list of words may not include all the possible words one may conjure when thinking of Rosemont College; I hope you will enjoy the message conveyed about why we all LOVE Rosemont dearly!  Show your love in any way($) you can!  (Subtle, right?)

If anyone would like me to provide the raw .jpg so you may print it, please drop me a message including your email and/or text contact information.  

Until next time,

Dr. Karen A. (Santillo) Fiorillo President, Alumni Board of Directors '22-'24
Graduate of the UGWC Class of 1984 (English Literature) and SGPS Class of 2002 (Technology in Education)
610-761-0921 (cell) 610-454-1513 (landline)  karenfiorillo@comcast.net

ZOOM - "Beating the Winter Blues" -  Thursday, February 2, 7-8pm. Presented by Rob Pina, MA, Staff Counselor and Jazmyn Royall, BA ’20, Counseling Intern, Rosemont College’s Counseling Center. With the combination of shorter days and chilly temperatures, it's not uncommon to notice changes in mood, activity level, and motivation during the winter months. In this presentation, you will learn the signs and symptoms of the "winter blues", differentiate between common seasonal challenges and symptoms of seasonal affective disorder, and learn wellness skills to boost your energy, focus, and self-care. You'll leave the presentation with your very own wellness plan and goal sheet to make this winter your most productive to date! Visit our website by clicking here to register

ZOOM - Trivia Night - Thursday, February 9, 7-8:30pm. Join us for a virtual trivia night hosted by Buzz Worthy Pub Trivia!  Featuring five rounds of questions this virtual trivia event promises to be both entertaining and challenging.  Register a team (6 members max) or as an individual and get ready to bring your trivia A-game. We encourage you to wear your Rosemont gear and bring a festive beverage of your choice. We hope you can make it for a fun night of trivia and hanging out with Rosemont friends!  Visit our website by clicking here to register

ZOOM - "Crime Scene Management" – Thursday, February 16, 7-8pm. Eugene (Gene) Lanzillo ’22 SGPS, is an adjunct professor in the School of Graduate and Professional Studies Emergency Management and Homeland Security Program. In addition, Gene is a Supervisory Special Agent at the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Join us as Gene discusses a case that all Americans are familiar with and one that he personally worked on: the 2013 Boston Marathon Bombing. He will discuss this case within the context of crime scene operations, including evidence collection, documentation, and preservation, and the importance of such items for trial. Visit our website by clicking here to register

Rosemont on the Road: ZOOM Gathering with President Jim Cawley - Friday, February 17, 12:30-1:30pm. Join us virtually as President Cawley provides an update on the College and answers any questions you may have. Visit our website by clicking here to register

Norcini Lecture - Thursday, February 23, 6pm. Join us for this year’s Norcini Lecture, entitled: Black Joy: A Strategy for Freedom, Healing, and Reckoning. As a writer and thought leader, Tracey Michae’l Lewis-Giggetts offers an authentic experience, an opportunity to explore the intersection of culture, identity, and faith/spirituality at the deepest levels. Click here for more information and to register

Throwback Night at Kelly's - Saturday, March 4, 6-9pm.                Calling all Ramblers and Rosemonsters!  We are turning back the clock and inviting alumnae of the 1970s, 80s, and 90s to Kelly's Taproom in Bryn Mawr for a Throwback Night. Remember the T-tones, class songs - "The greatest girls you ever knew are in the Class of '72", "The Grind", Oktoberfest, telephones installed in the dorm rooms, and the internet coming on the scene. Tickets are $25 and include appetizers and two drink tickets. Visit our website by clicking here to register

Spiritual Retreat – "Saints For Our Day" - Saturday, March 11, 10am-3pm. Presented by Tobie Tondi, SHCJ, ’71, Alumni Board of Directors. Main Building, Rosemont College. Why do we need saints?  Who might they be? Do their lives look like yours and mine? Who was your favorite saint as a child? Why? Who would you nominate today? How does the discussion of  saints “fit” into our contemporary broken world? Come together with with fellow Rosemont alumni and friends to brainstorm the kinds of saintly models we need today. A light breakfast and lunch will be served. Visit our website by clicking here to register

ZOOM - "SOAR to Success on LinkedIn" - Tuesday, March 14, 7-8pm. LinkedIn is the one of the most effective ways to network and build a brand in the 21st century. We are very fortunate to have a national expert, who is also a Rosemont alumna, come and speak to us about the most effective way to SOAR on LinkedIn. Donna Serdula ’96 is the founder and president of Vision Board Media http://www.LinkedIn-Makeover.com  , a professional branding company that helps individuals and companies tell their unique story on LinkedIn. Visit our website by clicking here to register

Rosemont on the Road: Alumni & Friends Social, Newtown, PA - Thursday, March 23, 6:30-8:30pm Join President Jim Cawley at Crossing Vineyards & Winery in Bucks County, Pennsylvania where he will share an update on the College and a discussion about our future, answer any questions you may have, and give you an opportunity to mingle with other Rosemont alumni and friends of the College. Visit our website by clicking here to register

Networking Social with Rosemont students and alumni  - Wednesday, March 29, 6-8:30pm. Join us in the Hirsh Community Center for a Networking Social. See former professors and classmates, mingle over wine and cheese, and enjoy being back on campus. Most importantly this event will give students who are members of the Rosemont Networking Society the opportunity to meet Rosemont alumni and practice their networking skills with you. The cost of the event is $10 with a portion of the proceeds supporting the Rosemont Networking Society to fund future professional development events and field trips. Visit our website by clicking here to register

Rosemont on the Road:  Alumni & Friends Social, Rosemont, PA - Tuesday, April 18, 6-8pm. Join President Jim Cawley on Rosemont’s campus in the Gertrude Kistler Library where he will share an update on the College and a discussion about our future, answer any questions you may have, and give you an opportunity to mingle with other Rosemont alumni and friends of the College. Visit our website by clicking here to register

Golden Rose Mass and Luncheon - Wednesday, April 26, 11:30am Rosemont's Annual Event to Honor Alumnae of 50 years or more.       

This year we will celebrate the Classes of 1973 & earlier. Alumnae who graduated 50 years ago or earlier are invited to join President Cawley for a special liturgy in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception with a luncheon immediately following. Visit our website by clicking here to register

Rosemont Goes to the Ballparks - June 24 and 25. Join your fellow alumni this summer as we go to the Ballparks in Philadelphia and New York. 

On Saturday, June 24 we will head to Yankee Stadium to see the Yankees take on the Texas Rangers. Then on Sunday, June 25, we will visit Citizen’s Bank Park as the Phillies take on the Mets. Family and friends are welcome to join in the fun. A limited number of discounted tickets are available for both games. Visit our website by clicking here for more info and to purchase tickets.

“Walk the sacred paths of Venerable Cornelia Connelly.” The American Province of The Society of the Holy Child Jesus is excited to announce plans for three separate Pilgrimages where travelers can “Walk the sacred paths of Venerable Cornelia Connelly.” The Pilgrimages will take place in Philadelphia, England, and Louisiana and Mississippi. See the dates listed below. For additional information and to register click here

Join Rosemont students at one of these upcoming events to honor Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with service to others. Please sign up here.

Jazmyn Royall returned to Rosemont to complete her graduate counseling internship and is currently in her last semester. 

"It brings me so much joy to give back to the Rosemont community by serving students in the Counseling Center!" she said. "I love what I do and couldn’t imagine interning anywhere else. It is a truly amazing experience!"

Learn more about what drew Jazmyn to Rosemont as an undergraduate and what it’s like for her to be back working as a staff member.

"Make acts of love, and one day you will find yourself inundated with His love." ~ Cornelia Connelly

Click here to see a list of all benefits of the Alumni Association including a 25% tuition discount for our School of Graduate and Professional Studies.

Alumni from our Men's basketball program came back to campus on Jan. 21 to play in an Alumni Game, followed by a Social at Kelly's. 

Click here for the Raven's Athletic page.

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