Rosemont College Winter Magazine 2022 by Rosemont College

WINTER

This Issue: President Boyers’ Inauguration Celebrating Rosemont's Centennial

2022

Winter 2022 Dear Alumni & Friends, We have entered the second half of our Centennial year, and I hope you will make plans to celebrate with us! From the upcoming Gala in April to Reunion in June, there are still many ways to join in the festivities. On page three, you can read more about all the happenings as well as web-exclusive content developed by our Centennial Education Sub-Committee featuring interviews with some of Rosemont’s former presidents, alumni, and more. In keeping with Rosemont’s mission to care for the Earth, this issue of Rosemont Magazine is brought to you in a digital format, which also enables us to offer you more interactive content to explore. While we have started another year affected by the pandemic, it has not dampened our spirits at Rosemont, where we continue to advance Cornelia Connelly’s philosophy to “meet the wants of the age” as we pursue our mission and provide access to a quality education in a distinct and purposeful way. I n this latest issue, you can read more ways that Rosemont continues to innovate and evolve: • Established a new partnership with the Archdiocese of Philadelphia • Launched Rosemont Momentum, our new government and corporate partnership program • Began extensive renovation of Mayfield Hall • Received accreditation for our counseling programs While we celebrate our Centennial and the new initiatives of the last year, we also mourn the loss of three beloved members of our community. You can read more about Peg Healy, Dick Donagher, and Dennis Dougherty on page 15. It has been almost two years since I arrived at Rosemont, and each day I am reminded of why I moved here to serve as President. I see how our community is like none other and how deeply everyone cares for each other. Our students, faculty, and staff continue to meet every challenge head on and, together, we are building a bright future for Rosemont. During this historic year, I invite you to think about how you can have an impact on future generations of Rosemont students. Mentor a student in your field of expertise. Offer an internship to a student or hire a recent graduate. Make a gift today so our students of tomorrow can thrive into the next 100 years with a Rosemont education. Peace to you,

Jayson Boyers, EdD President

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OFFICERS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2021-2022 CHAIR OF THE BOARD Maria A. Feeley, Esq. ’93

SECRETARY Rosemont Magazine | volume 17 | numAnn D. Marshall ’66 TREASURER Sean FitzPatrick OFFICERS OF THE COLLEGE 2021-2022 PRESIDENT Jayson Boyers, EdD PROVOST AND SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AND STUDENT AFFAIRS Mika Nash, EdD VICE PRESIDENT FOR INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT Jennifer Tuberosa VICE PRESIDENT FOR FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION Marty Mehringer VICE PRESIDENT FOR ENROLLMENT AND MARKETING Meghan Haley VICE PRESIDENT FOR MISSION Margaret Doyle, SHCJ ROSEMONT MAGAZINE STAFF EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Katie DuBoff

DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION Susan M. DiGironimo ’18

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WRITERS Katie DuBoff Joe Darrah ’11 Cheyenne Shaffer

19 | Y oung Bankers On the Rise

CONTRIBUTORS Joanne Demetriou PHOTOGRAPHY Susan DiGironimo ’18 Jaci Downs Bryan Karl Lathrop

Rosemont Magazine is published by the Office of Institutional Advancement & the Office of Marketing for alumni, parents, and friends of the College. Articles contained in Rosemont Magazine and the opinions expressed within them do not necessarily represent the official policies of Rosemont College. Letters to the editor or other communications regarding the contents of the magazine, including address changes, may be sent to: Rosemont College, Office of Institutional Advancement, 1400 Montgomery Avenue, Rosemont, PA 19010-1699 or emailed to: alum@rosemont.edu. © 2022

Rosemont Marks Milestone Year and Continues the Festivities in 2022

Rosemont’s Centennial year kicked off in September with a two-mile Run/Walk for Service on campus with alumni, faculty, staff, and students. In celebration of its Centennial year, Rosemont extended its commitment to service by partnering with local and global companies that sponsored the event: Gullifty’s restaurant, CocaCola (including the brands POWERADE and DASANI), Panera Bread, Giant, and Image 360. Attendees were asked to donate nonperishable food items to the Providence Center, a Ministry of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus based in Philadelphia.

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The award-winning Quaker City String Band and Pat Ciar led the walkout to rocchi ’74 begin the event.

On October 23, the College combined Centennial festivities with the annual Oktoberfest and Family Weekend to host a celebration featuring an academic forum, alumni athletic games, music, inflatable attractions, gallery exhibit opening, and much more.

Academic Forum Actions, Not Words: Our Voices, Our Paths An accomplished and diverse group of alumni shared their personal stories of how Rosemont College’s mission and values have shaped their paths in life. Organized by the Centennial Education Sub-Committee, the event was held on campus in the Rotwitt Theater and streamed via Facebook Live.

Alumni (left to right): Raveen James ’08, Brianne Wetzel ’05, David Potter ’18 & ’20, and Kathleen Mullan Rotondaro ’65 were panelists at the forum. Professor Richard Leiby moderated the event.

Alumni Athletic Games Alumni from former soccer and softball teams gathered for a friendly game.

Oktoberfest The Office of Leadership and Engagement, the Office of Alumni Relations, and the Centennial Celebration Sub-Committee hosted an Oktoberfest Carnival on Connelly Green featuring inflatables, giveaways, the opening of the Class of 1997 time capsule, the burying of the Class of 2022 time capsule, a beer garden, and more.

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Remembering The T-House

Built in 1937, the “T” served as Rosemont College’s first student center. Great friendships and good times began there - the place to be on campus to escape the routines of college life, and to meet with the “boys of fall” in the 1930s, 40s, 50s, and 60s. But as the College evolved, so too did the need for the white cottage. The “T” was closed in 1965 when a new “T” was built, and converted into a mail room and bookstore. As time passed, the old “T” would be used for office space and even storage — ultimately becoming barren and taken down in 2003. In this special podcast episode, Jayson Boyers and Joe Darrah speak with alumnae Ronnie Ahern ’68, Pat Carbine ’52, and Eileen McMonagle ’75 about the place that the “T” holds in Rosemont’s storied history. This conversation was recorded on October 13 prior to Oktoberfest. We hope everyone who attended last fall’s Oktoberfest enjoyed experiencing the “Ghost” T-House!

During Oktoberfest, the tent was transformed into a “Ghost T-House" – a nod to the T-House of Rosemont’s early decades.

Gallery Exhibit The Centennial Art Exhibition curated by Pat Nugent and Michael Willse Using punctuation to deconstruct the title of Wassily Kandinsky’s famous treatise of 1910, “Concerning the Spiritual in Art?” as a thematic basis for the exhibition, “Concerning the Spiritual in Art?” proposes the following: What does the spiritual have to do with the work of art, if at all, how does it impact artistic practice or impulse, if at all, what spiritual effect does it have on the viewer, if at all? In the context of the exhibition’s theme, the spiritual is broadly defined and in a most secular way. Ultimately, the exhibition asked the question, where and how does the spiritual fit in contemporary art? The exhibition was on display from October 23-December 23. In selecting the artists for the Centennial Exhibition, Pat Nugent and Michael Willse formulated a diverse list of a dozen contemporary artists who have exhibited in the former Lawrence Gallery, now the Patricia M. Nugent Gallery, and/or have taught at Rosemont or have a community-based connection to the gallery. Read more about the artists online.

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Evening Cocktail Hour Rounding out the evening, the Celebration Sub-Committee held a complimentary cocktail hour under the tent on Connelly Green following the Mass in the Chapel.

A New Rose Garden

Special Masses

This fall, members from the Centennial Spiritual Sub-Committee arranged for 12 rose bushes to be planted as a special tribute to Cornelia Connelly. In the spring, you will see beautiful Cornelia Roses blooming alongside Main Building in her memory.

In addition to Mass held on October 23 in celebration of the Centennial, the annual Christmas Eve Mass was held virtually.

Centennial Book Club: One Century, One Book Since October, the One Book, One Rosemont book club has been meeting via Zoom to discuss the book, Yes, Lord, Always Yes about the life of Cornelia Connelly. Members have been exploring the history and motivation of this Philadelphia-born woman to leave her family life to establish the religious order that, in turn, founded Rosemont College. Sr. Elizabeth Strub, the author of the book, has joined several of the Zoom meetings. “We have alumni joining us from coast to coast over Zoom each month for our book discussions,” said Clare Mackie ’03. “We read six chapters for each meeting, view photgraphs, maps, artworks, and memorabilia, then enter the discussions as we marvel at Cornelia's dedication and endurance through all of the obstacles placed in her path. Cornelia’s life journey from the U.S. to Italy, then England reveals a woman with grit, intelligence, imagination, and a heart full of love. Rosemont College is here because of her.”

Monthly Reflections Hit pause for a few minutes each month to pray and reflect with the College community. Each month, a reflection by a member from the Centennial Service and Spiritual SubCommittee will be shared. As a community, we will journey together in gratitude for the many blessings of Rosemont’s Centennial Year.

Living Memory Project Don’t forget, the Centennial Education Sub-Committee invites you to help the College enhance its Archives by sharing your memories of your days at Rosemont with us. Submissions can be made in almost any way you wish – through photos, videos, or written documents.

Gallery Schedule

Join us for these upcoming shows in the Patricia M. Nugent Gallery:

January 14 – February 17 Tish Ingersoll and Margo Tassi: Facing the Atlantic

February 26 – March 18 BFA/BA Graduates 2020 and 2021 Group Exhibit

Mid-March through April Senior 2022 BFA/BA Exhibits

May Exhibit to be announced

June 3 – August 26 Alumni Artists from the Classes of the 0s, 1s, 2s, 5s, 6s, and 7s

Continue to check the website for updates here

The reflections can be found by clicking here.

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Rosemont College is blessed with a mission and values that are rooted in the life and teachings of Cornelia Connelly and exemplified by the Society of the Holy Child Jesus. For more than 100 years, Rosemont has fostered a joyous learning community, inspiring students, faculty, staff, and alumni to serve others to meet the wants and needs of the age. As part of our Centennial year of celebration, we spoke with nine accomplished and diverse alumni who shared their personal stories of how Rosemont College’s mission and values have shaped their chosen path in life. Please join us in listening to their reflections about Rosemont’s spirit, how they felt seen and heard in a learning community where professors fostered independent thinking and personal growth, and what it has meant to be part of a caring and supportive community imbued with respect for each person while building friendships that have endured long after graduation. Note that the following interviews were recorded via Zoom during the Centennial year.

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Waynetta Faust ’12

2012: BS Philosophy and Political Science, Undergraduate College 2021: MS Nonprofit Leadership, LaSalle University Benefits Analyst, Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP “Being among a community of learners helped me to step outside my comfort zone, especially when deciding which courses to take. And for me, being at Rosemont meant a constant cycle of not only learning for myself but also supporting others in their journey of learning.”

David Potter ’18, ’20

2018: BS Criminal Justice School of Graduate and Professional Studies 2020: MA Homeland Security and Emergency Management, School of Graduate and Professional Studies Lieutenant, Advanced Training Unit, Philadelphia Police Department “The staff and faculty at Rosemont College made sure that they pushed you in the right direction. And they maintained a high level of motivation.”

Parveen S. Vahora, MD, FACOG ’96 1996: BA Honors Liberal Arts Undergraduate College 2020: MD Drexel University College of Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency, Drexel University Laparoscopy and Pelvic Surgery Fellowship, Celebration Health, Florida Physician

“Rosemont was a great learning laboratory for me. It provided the support for us to grow into our voices and it gave us l ots of opportunity and options.”

Shakira Hansley ’11 2011: BS Forensic Sociology Undergraduate College 2017: JD University of the District of Columbia – The David A. Clarke School of Law Case Supervisor CASA Youth Advocates, Inc.

Raveen James ’08

2008: BS Business Management School of Graduate and Professional Studies Clinical Lead, Pfizer Founder, Beautiful Blessings iamabeautifulblessing.com

“To me, human rights is synonymous with human dignity, and justice means righteousness, equity, being unbiased, and treating everyone with respect.”

“I had professors who really embodied a culture of caring about people. They were kind and wanted you to succeed. It was the camaraderie. You aren’t just a number. You get identity.”

Kathleen Mullan Rotondaro ’65

Maureen Rover ‘65

1965: BA French Undergraduate College Co-founder and President (retired), Quadel Consulting Corporation “Of all the things that I wanted to do that would help anybody, I felt like housing was a basic need and that, for the dignity of every person, they deserved a place to live.”

Brianne Wetzel ’05

2005: BA History Undergraduate College 2007: MEd Democracy, Diversity and Social Justice, Trinity University 2013: MA Educational Administration, University of Notre Dame Head of School, The Washington School for Girls “The seeds of social justice started to grow in me at Rosemont … what is just, what is right, and what I can do to impact the world. I have the ability to make a difference.”

1965: BS Mathematics Undergraduate College

Founder, Chairman and President (retired), The Reading Team, Inc., Harlem, NY readingteam.org “There is nothing better than the Rosemont experience to prepare for the life God has in mind for us.”

Winifred Wolfe, MD, ’12 2012: BS Biology Undergraduate College 2017: MD Drexel University College of Medicine Psychiatry Resident, University of Virginia Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellow, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital “We were able to learn from each other. And I think that kind of positive and collaborative environment made the learning space a positive experience and helped with overcoming certain challenges.”

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Join us on Saturday, April 30, 2022 6:00 – 11:00 pm The Bellevue Hotel, Philadelphia You won’t want to miss this elegant celebration of Rosemont’s Centennial Year. Planned by the Centennial Celebration Sub-Committee, this festive evening will not disappoint. The Gala of the Century will take place at the historic Bellevue Hotel, located at 200 South Broad Street, in Philadelphia. The evening will include an open bar, a cocktail hour, three-course dinner, and dancing with music from the band, Imagine. Overnight accommodations are available at a special rate of $269 per night by calling The Bellevue Hotel at (877) 803-7534. This special rate is available until April 9, or when the room block is full, so make sure to reserve your room soon and mention Rosemont College! You can also make your reservation online. Parking is onsite at the Bellevue. And, don’t forget to keep the party going at XIX at the top of The Bellevue once the Gala ends. We can’t wait to see you there! Additional overnight accommodations are available at DoubleTree by Hilton, 237 South Broad Street, located across the street from The Bellevue. Their special rate for Rosemont College is $199 per night. Reserve your room by calling (800) 222-8733 or book online. The special rate at the DoubleTree is available until March 31, or when the room block is full.

To purchase tickets, please click here or call Rosemont College’s Office of Institutional Advancement at 610-527-0200, ext. 2274.

Is your Rosemont prom or formal the last time you got all dressed up for a night out? Well, then, dust off your dancing shoes and learn some new moves—the “chacha slide” stopped being cool a long time ago—because we’re hosting a Gala of the Century, and you’re invited!

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Founded 1921

Save the Date for Our Centennial

Reunion! June 4-5, 2022

For the Classes of the 0s, 1s, 2s, 5s, 6s, & 7s

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From Past to Present

“It was an age of youth. They wanted youth and they got it.”

Video Interviews of Past Presidents

Ann Marie Durst, SHCJ, JD 8th President 1971-78

A member of the SHCJ since 1955, Sister Ann Marie began her tenure as president at the young age of 33 and on the heels of the tumultuous 1960s. Students across the country, including those at Rosemont, were demanding more independence. She noted then that her role in the Rosemont community was to facilitate and create unity within all groups on campus for the good of the whole, encouraging others to be aware of the needs of students, faculty, and administration.

Dorothy McKenna Brown, EdD 9th President 1979-91

As one of the many ways that Rosemont College is celebrating its Centennial year, members of the Education Sub-Committee met with five of the College’s past presidents (Dr. Sharon Latchaw Hirsh ’70, PhD; Margaret M. Healy, PhD; Ofelia Garcia, MFA; Dorothy McKenna Brown, EdD; Sister Ann Marie Durst, SHCJ, JD) and current president Jayson Boyers, EdD, to provide them with an opportunity to reflect on their time serving the College. Led by veteran broadcaster and alumna Pat Ciarrocchi ’74, the conversations reveal both the joys and the challenges that have impacted each president’s collective days at Rosemont and reflect on how life at Rosemont has mirrored the broader context of the world and society during their presidencies. The interviews found here tell the story of how Rosemont has met “the wants of the age” through the voices of these six of the College’s 14 presidents who have led us through the years. Supplemented with archival and present-day photos that capture the changing faces of the students, the fashion of the day, and key campus events, this video series will take you on a journey through Rosemont’s history and is best viewed in chronological order.

“Not all would be able to go on to graduate school, medical school, or law school. They’re going to have to get jobs, so we have to think about ways to encourage that and get them set up.” As a scientist, the first lay president in Rosemont’s history, a wife, and a mother of two young daughters, Dr. Brown continued the foundational work of her predecessor Sister Ann Marie Durst in expanding beyond the traditional liberal arts education at the College to meet the wants of a new age. The first business courses, business major, and master’s-degree program were introduced.

“Think of what could be offered to others and when. It was at that time we began an experiment. We became the first. We provided an accelerated degree completion program.”

Ofelia Garcia, MFA

10th President 1991-95 Garcia, a Cuban refugee, appreciated the opportunities presented by a women’s college to prepare its students for leadership positions in an environment without the competition of, and deference to, young male students. If something were to be done, it had to be done by women. But she also looked at the significant competition for students along the Main Line and found a way for Rosemont to stand out by meeting the wants of the age and leveraging local employers who had tuition reimbursement programs.

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“What I was trying to do was give young women the encouragement to do anything they wanted to do.”

Margaret M. “Peg” Healy, PhD 11th President 1995-2001

Familiar to Rosemont from her days on campus in the 1960s and 70s as faculty and academic dean, and later on the College’s Board of Trustees, Dr. Healy returned to Rosemont as president in 1995 after a long career at Bryn Mawr College. Faced with a significant financial challenge, Dr. Healy rebuilt the endowment fivefold. She also expanded to offcampus programs and established three distinct schools: the undergraduate women’s college, the school of continuing studies, and the school of graduate studies. (Today the College comprises two schools: the undergraduate college and the school of graduate and professional studies.) She also brought significant focus to diversifying the student body. Shortly after joining the other presidents on campus for her interview, Dr. Healy was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor and passed away peacefully on Nov. 11, 2021. Her funeral with the Rosemont community was held on campus on Dec. 15.

“There was a change in attitude, a change in behavior to some extent. Everybody commented, ‘doesn’t it seem like we’ve always been co-ed?’”

Sharon Latchaw Hirsh, PhD 13th President 2005-20

“All of these leaders shared a story that I’m sharing right now, which is getting up in the morning and trying to answer the question of how we make sure we honor Rosemont’s legacy every day.”

Jayson Boyers, EdD

14th President 2020-Present Dr. Boyers began serving Rosemont in the midst of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, a healthcare crisis that has impacted everything from admissions to commencement since the winter of 2020. Despite the numerous challenges posed by the pandemic, he has helped to lead the College to its largest enrollment in five years and has formed a number of community partnerships, including with the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, that are expected to further increase admissions. Prior to joining Rosemont, he was the president of Cleary University in Howell, MI, a position he held from 2015-20. Before Cleary University, he served as vice president and managing director of the Division of Continuing Professional Studies for Champlain College in Vermont. Jayson, his wife, Mandy, and their two rescue dogs, Mia and Bella, are residents of Wayne, PA.

Dr. Hirsh, with a long academic career in art history at Dickinson College, is the first lay alumna to become president of Rosemont. While sitting on Rosemont’s Board of Trustees, she quickly assumed the role during a time of sadness. Her predecessor, Ann Amore, PhD, passed away unexpectedly after four years as the College’s president. Dr. Hirsh’s tenure saw significant change, perhaps led by the transition to coeducation, but also including additional graduate programs, online degrees, a $40 million campaign, and a bold tuition reset. She is most proud of the culture built among students, faculty, and staff. (As part of her interview, Dr. Hirsh gives a beautiful tribute to her predecessor Dr. Amore.)

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Jayson Boyers, EdD Inaugurated as Rosemont’s 14th President Jayson Boyers, EdD was inaugurated as the 14th President of Rosemont College on October 21, 2021, at an installation ceremony held in the Hirsh Community Center that focused on the theme, “Living Tradition, Guided by Purpose.” Although Dr. Boyers began his tenure on June 1, 2020, his formal inauguration ceremony had been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Pat Ciarrocchi ‘74, Co-Chair of the Centennial Committee, and Gwen Lee Owens ’83, co-hosted a live broadcast of the ceremony as well as coverage of Rosemont’s historic year and how Dr. Boyers will lead Rosemont into its next 100 years. “The world looks a lot different from 100 years ago, but some things have not changed,” said Dr. Boyers during his inaugural address. “We have a responsibility to every student to prepare them to build a life that matters, that is thoughtful, that contributes to their chosen profession, and grounds them in the idea of social responsibility and good citizenship. Through education, meeting the wants of the age, and having a spirit of belonging, we can teach our students to step into the fullness of life. We believe students can become the best versions of themselves at Rosemont and truly make a difference in our world.” More than 20 college and university delegates participated in the procession, and many offered congratulatory messages and greetings during the ceremony, including Dr. Daniel Hendrickson, SJ, President of Creighton University, Dr. Boyers’ alma mater. Over the past 18 months, Dr. Boyers has made significant strides for Rosemont. Prior to the official start of his tenure, Dr. Boyers was already working on Rosemont 2020, the College’s plan to resume in-person instruction. As a result, he has safely reopened campus for the past two school years and successfully enrolled one of the College’s largest undergraduate classes in the last five years. In addition, Dr. Boyers launched Rosemont Momentum, a corporate partnership program that makes Rosemont's

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accredited, affordable, and accessible online education attainable to partner employees and their families; formed a partnership with the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to create a pathway for high school graduates to continue their Catholic education; refocused the College’s recruitment efforts; and developed a 10-year master plan outlining how campus housing, athletic facilities, and overall campus infrastructure will be revitalized and evolved to support an optimal student experience. “Our new President, Dr. Boyers, is committed to our mission,” said Ann Marshall '66, an officer on the College's Board of Trustees. “Rosemont College is small enough to embrace each and every student and guide them forward both in undergraduate and graduate school.” Dr. Boyers and his colleagues believe passionately that obtaining a college degree can change a life, and that small colleges have the unique opportunity to provide access to education in a distinct and purposeful way. He plans to continue breaking down walls between business, education, and the community with innovative programs and partnerships to position Rosemont for long-term success. “Small colleges like ours can provide access to education in a manner that is highly unique and purposeful,” said Boyers. “This is what we are doing at Rosemont. This is what will ensure we rise above mere circumstance and flourish as a college and as a community.” Dr. Boyers' contract provides that he will be in office through June of 2025.

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In the News: Half Off Tuition for Feds and Their Families As part of the Federal Academic Alliance, Rosemont College wants to make getting a degree easier for feds and their spouses and their children. President Jayson Boyers was recently featured on the Fed Upward podcast to discuss Rosemont Momentum.

Eyeing Growth, Rosemont College Doubles Freshman Enrollment and Expands On-Campus Housing President Jayson Boyers was recently interviewed by The Philadelphia Business Journal about campus growth and Mayfield’s renovation.

Faculty Accomplishments Throughout the pandemic, our faculty have shown they are innovative and resilient while forging ahead as thought leaders in their fields. Congratulations to our faculty on their recent achievements:

Michelle Moravec, PhD Associate Professor, History Delivered keynote address “Why Gender History Needs Digital Humanities and Vice Versa” at Digital Humanities and Gender History Conference, held via Zoom, by Friedrich-Schiller-University, Jena, Germany in February 2021. Published “Digital Historical Practices,” Journal of Women’s History 33,163-67. Lead author “Feminist Bestsellers: A Digital History of 1970s Feminism” Journal of Cultural Analytics, April 20, 2021. Author on “Roundtable on Ian Milligan, History in the Age of Abundance: How the Web is Transforming Historical Research,” American Historical Review, 125 (2020): 1337–1346.

Francis Klose, DLitt Assistant Professor, Discipline Coordinator, Theology and Religious Studies Presented “Liberation Theology, Latin America, and Cheating in Major League Baseball: When the Reward Outweighs the Risk” at the American Academy of Religion Annual Meeting on November 21, 2021. This paper is in response to,“Is there a disincentive to cheat?” At the Annual Meeting of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians, Klose’s musical setting of the mass, “Mass of St. Katherine of Siena” was featured as part of the showcase of the publisher, Simply Liturgical Music.

Brittney Nix-Crawford Assistant Professor and Discipline Coordinator, New Media Communications PhD Candidate and Research Assistant at University of Delaware with research focus in cultural communication, political communication, and social media activism and race. Accepted speaker on a panel presentation at the BEA conference 2022 on the topic of inclusiveness in journalism.

Thomas Wines Adjunct Professor Professor Wines and colleague Dr. Glenn Sterner were awarded a research grant by Penn State Criminal Justice Research Center to study the experiences of LGBTQIA+ law enforcement professionals. The study is expected to be published in the spring of 2022.

Christine Hagedorn, DM Assistant Professor and Discipline Coordinator, Business Department Quoted in Ed Tech Digest’s “Easy Ways Educators Can Increase Student Engagement in Virtual Settings.” Featured in Commercial Integrator: Rosemont College Proves Hybrid Learning Model is Long-Term Play for Integrators. Published both online and print on the Sunday print edition front page of Staten Island Live: A Staten Islander looks back: Thirty years after the USSR coup, a geopolitical drama in three acts.

Kenneth Romanowski

Kathy Richardson, PhD Program Director and Assistant Professor, Counseling Recently co-presented two educational sessions at the 2021 Pennsylvania Counseling Association Conference. The first presentation, “The Rose of Childhood Sexual Trauma in the Development of Distorted Body Image and/or Disordered Eating” was with Marisa Palencar, a secondyear graduate student in Rosemont's Counseling Department. The second presentation, “Exploring Social Class in Counseling” was with Diane Walsh, Program Director at Neumann University. Richardson was also a co-author of two journal articles in 2021: “The stress process among young adults: Roles of spirituality, mindfulness, resilience, and self-compassion” in The Journal of Adult Development and “The death of an academic department: Sense-losing and sacred loss” in The Journal of Catholic Education.

Matthew Antonio Bosch, EdD

Adjunct Faculty, Business Department Presented “Before America was an Emerging Market” to the Financial Planning Association, Philadelphia Tri-State Area. Authored seven commentaries on the topics of auto insurance, credit cards, investing for beginners, real estate investing, and mortgage payoffs vs. S&P 500 investing for the online financial magazine, MoneyGeek. Authored four commentaries on the topics of credit cards and financial literacy among military personnel for the online financial magazine, WalletHub.

Interim Academic Dean for the School of Graduate and Professional Studies and Program Director, MEd in Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration Authored “We’re Here, We’re Queer, We Persevere in this Career: Experiences of LGBTQ+ Housing Professionals” in Journal of College and University Student Housing. Article explores campus experiences of LGBTQ+ college professionals and how colleges can better support educators by focusing on their LGBTQ+ identities as strengths brought into institutions rather than as deficits.

Jeannette Dumas, PhD

George Wilson, PhD

Associate Professor, Biology Working toward a Certificate of Merit in Sustainable Landscape Design and Horticulture at Longwood Gardens. Dumas is in the Master Gardener Trainee program for Philadelphia County, Penn State Extension. She received Sustainable Landcare Certification (Northeast Organic Farmers Association - NOFA) from the Phipps Conservatory in Pittsburg and is serving on the executive board of the Philadelphia Botanical Club.

Adjunct Instructor, Counseling Completed Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision (CACREP) in Summer 2020 from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA. Dissertation: “The Lived Experience of School Counselor Educators’ Using ASCA’s Mindsets and Behaviors to Achieve College and Career Readiness.”

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The Rosemont Community Mourns the Loss of Some of its Most Beloved Members

Margaret M. Healy, PhD

Dr. Healy served as Rosemont’s 11th President from 1995-2001. Margaret M. Healy, PhD, known to all as Peg, died peacefully on Thursday, Nov. 11, at the age of 87 after battling brain cancer. Peg’s long career in higher education included roles as a philosophy professor, university treasurer, academic dean, and trustee of several universities. Born in Chicago to Nora M. and Patrick J. Healy, emigrants from Ireland, Peg was one of three sisters. She graduated from Rosary College with degrees in philosophy and mathematics. She earned an additional degree in philosophy as a Fulbright Scholar at the University of Louvain, Belgium, and obtained her MA in philosophy from St. John's University in New York. In 1969, she was awarded her PhD in philosophy from Bryn Mawr College. In 1964, Rosemont College welcomed Dr. Healy as a lecturer in philosophy. From 1969 to 1976, she became Rosemont's academic dean and associate professor of philosophy. Following these assignments, Peg began a distinguished 19-year career at Bryn Mawr College where she was director of financial planning, acting treasurer, and then, treasurer. Dr. Healy had been serving on Rosemont's Board of Trustees when, in

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1995, the College needed a new president. Peg served as interim president (taking a leave of absence from Bryn Mawr) before assuming the role of President in 1996. Rosemont, again, became her focal point. Peg's contributions to the life of the College were many, but the most significant challenge was to rebuild its endowment, which she did fivefold. On the educational front, clear distinctions were made between the Undergraduate Women's College, the School of Continuing Studies, and the School of Graduate Studies. The accelerated degree program within Continuing Studies expanded to three additional locations: Philadelphia, Harrisburg, and Allentown. During her tenure, there was an increase in concentrations in the master's degree program. Peg also oversaw several campus facility enhancements, such as the installation of air conditioning in the Kistler Library; installation of the Alumni Terrace; and construction of the Bill and Rosemarie Seydel McCloskey Fitness Center. Peg also introduced the community-based program called Summer Success. She encouraged art and music.

The grand finale to her career at Rosemont was raising funds for the restoration of Main Building (Rathalla) in 2000. Brought back to its former glory, Main Building was also brought up to date. It is still the site for special events, but it also serves as offices for Admissions, Public Relations, Financial Aid, Institutional Advancement, and Alumni Relations. Seeing the changes to completion, Peg retired in 2001. “Peg gave herself wholeheartedly to our College, and we will be forever grateful,” said Jayson Boyers, current President of Rosemont College. “I will remember her kindness toward me as a new president and her impact as told to me through stories from the alums who personally experienced her leadership and her mentorship.” Peg served with distinction in the field of higher education for many years. She served as a trustee of seven colleges and universities, including College of the Holy Cross, Sarah Lawrence College, St. John’s University, and Villanova University. Peg also served on the board of the Blind Relief Fund of Philadelphia; Project HOME, a Philadelphia nonprofit that aids people experiencing homelessness; and on the Finance Committee of the American Philosophical Society. Awarded five honorary doctorates and numerous national awards, Peg was loved for her belief in the goodness of people, her generosity, her zest for life, and her wonderful parties with friends and family. Predeceased by her sister Nora, Peg is survived by her sister Eileen; Nora's partner, Terry Gonzalez; her friend of more than 60 years, Mary Patterson McPherson, President of Bryn Mawr College during Peg's years as Treasurer; and many other friends, old and new. Her funeral Mass was held on Wednesday, December 15 at the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception. Friends are invited to a Memorial Celebration on Saturday, March 26, 2022 at 11:00 am, also at Rosemont College. Masks will be required. Memorial gifts may be made to Project HOME, 1515 Fairmount Ave, Phila., PA 19130.

Dennis Dougherty, EdD

Dennis Dougherty, EdD, former Dean of the School of Graduate and Professional Studies, died at home on November 13, 2021, after an eight-year battle with cancer. Dr. Dougherty served as Dean of the SGPS from 2011 until his retirement in 2018. During Dennis’ tenure as Dean, the School of Graduate and Professional Studies launched the Homeland Security/ Emergency Management and the Healthcare Administration Master’s

Degree Programs, reinvigorated the Global Studies Program, developed numerous partnerships for the Counseling Master’s Degree Program, established an exclusive on-site partnership with Independence Blue Cross for the Business Programs, and helped to create the Women’s Leadership Forum for the College. Dennis was born on August 9, 1946, in Conshohocken, PA to the late Winfield and Mary (Spina) Dougherty. He was a

Richard James Donagher, a beloved Rosemont professor for 41 years, passed away on November 16, 2021. Dr. Donagher, of Newtown Square, PA, and formerly of Radnor, PA, was 83. Born November 2, 1938, in Bronx, New York City, NY, Dick was the sole surviving member of his family, preceded in death by his parents, John and Mary (née McGarty) Donagher, his brothers, John Donagher, Thomas Donagher, and sister, Maureen DiSteffeno. Dick was a graduate of the Adam Clayton Powell Elementary School and High School in New York City, NY. He received his BA and PhD (History) from Fordham University.

Richard James Donagher, PhD

A college professor of American and European history, Dick taught for 41 years at Rosemont College, beloved by his fellow colleagues and students alike. He was a life-long educator who took on the many challenges brought by teaching in the classroom setting. He took a keen interest in U.S. history, mapping especially the evolution of our

1964 graduate of St. Matthew’s Catholic High School in Conshohocken, PA. He received his EdD in Organizational Behavior and Leadership from Temple University in 1990 and retired from a 30-year career in higher education. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Gaye (Parker) Dougherty, children Kristin Dunn, Danielle Dougherty, and Brendan (Kaitlyn) Dougherty, brothers Winfield (Doris) Dougherty and George Dougherty, grandchildren Alek Dunn and Margo Dougherty, and many nieces, nephews, and loved ones. Dennis coached men’s basketball for nearly 40 years, including stints as Assistant Coach at Alvernia University and Archbishop Kennedy High School, five years as Head Coach at Spring Garden College, and three years as Head Coach at Fleetwood Area High School. He will be remembered fondly by many as a mentor, coach, and teacher.

democratic process and civic arrangement. He continued teaching classes at Main Line Night School after his retirement from Rosemont, with a special emphasis on teaching the History of the Main Line. These courses were then developed into a popular television series. Dick was a passionate New York Yankees fan and had an open, yet always respectful, dislike of the Boston Red Sox! Dick is survived by his many friends and former students. “Dick was the consummate professional--a true role model for young faculty,” said Dr. Richard Leiby, Professor of History. “Whether in his role as faculty member, Interim Dean, or Dean of Graduate Studies, Dick always served with skill and thoughtfulness. I never heard him utter an unkind word about anyone or lose his temper. Outside of the College, he was the most affable man you could ever meet. His smile and his laugh were infectious. He was my mentor, my golf buddy, and my friend. I will miss him.”

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Katie DuBoff Casandra Antzoulatos ’22 says she has always been a curious person. So, when she saw the listing for a new course this past fall, Healing Earth, her inquisitiveness got the best of her, and she registered. “I really enjoy learning,” said Antzoulatos, a sociology major and aspiring anthropologist. “I have always been an academic person and let curiosity lead me everywhere. My interests in learning about different cultures and worldviews prompted me to explore the Healing Earth course. I have never taken a truer and more honest course. We spoke openly, every class, about the hard truth that is the state of our world and the direction it is going.” The course is team taught across three disciplines by professors Joanne Campbell, Assistant Professor and Discipline Coordinator of the Sociology Department; Jeanette Dumas, Associate Professor of Biology and Coordinator of Environmental Science & Studies; and Christine Hagedorn, Assistant Professor and Discipline Coordinator of the Business Department. “This course is truly something special and it is mission critical,” said Hagedorn. “If we want to live in a sustainable society, we must train our future leaders to think as integral ecologists in all their decisions.

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So, when we say mission critical, that applies not only to course content that directly aligns with our College mission but also for the survival of our planet. Care for the Earth is a part of our College’s mission. To live that truth, we engage students across disciplines to practice working together as a coalition to identify and solve our social and environmental problems that degrade our planet and society. We view each kind of problem through several disciplinary lenses.” “I chose to take this course because I have never taken an environmental course before, and I wanted to see what it was going to be about,” said Phylicia Branch ‘22, who is also studying sociology. “My favorite part of the course was working with my classmates to find solutions to combat climate change and how we can personally learn not to be wasteful with our natural resources.” Every two weeks the students discussed one issue and examined it through five different lenses: Science, Ethics, Economics, Action, and Spiritual Practice (SEEAS) to get varied perspectives. The students explored the problems facing biodiversity declining, natural resources extraction, industrial agriculture, food scarcity, water pollution, global climate change, and transition to renewable energy sources.

“From the very first class, Healing Earth showed us that, as humans, we are all the same in one particular way — we call the Earth our home and it’s dying,” said Antzoulatos. “Most people know about this topic, but they do not realize the severity and the specifics of the problem. We analyzed this every week, and as a response, we worked to fix it. We pondered solutions. I felt like I made a difference every time I stepped into that classroom, and this wouldn’t be possible without the professors.” In addition to overarching themes, the students also examined current events. “The students explored the role of indigenous people in preserving biodiversity and studied land acknowledgments,” said Campbell. “Last fall, the city of Philadelphia marked its official observance of Indigenous People’s Day. We discussed the land acknowledgment of the city of Philadelphia and continued to discuss projects that include indigenous voices such as the Lenapehoking Watershed Project.”

From Club to Course

Rosegrow, the student environmental action team, was founded in 2016 by Joseph Wilson, an environmental studies major. “Rosegrow is not just for science students,” said Dumas, the original faculty mentor for the team. “Saying ‘yes’ to mentoring the club when Joseph asked me is one of the best decisions I

ever made. We eventually merged with business, sociology, and campus ministry to form a true coalition. We have been growing ever since. The coalition is truly interdisciplinary and includes students from all backgrounds. We all learn so much from each other.” The genesis for the course was from faculty who wanted to broaden the reach of Rosegrow. “The three of us had been discussing for years ‘curricular Rosegrow,’ that is, turning the club's mission of Cornelia Connelly’s ‘action, not words’ into a course,” said Dumas. “We approached Provost Nash, and she was very supportive of our idea.” “As we recognize the inherent dignity of each person through the courageous and compassionate promotion of justice, the College asks us to place the Earth, our common home, at the center of our commitment to one another,” said Mika Nash, EdD, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs. “Rosegrow was one of the first clubs I learned about when I arrived, and I immediately felt that it offered experiences that all students on campus should have access to. I believe that creating a course further solidifies the College’s commitment to this work by saying it is credit-worthy, that there is value in learning about these issues. As students learn, they are encouraged to question what they thought they knew, to interrogate commonly held assumptions, and to create potential solutions. Learning about and engaging in these concepts has the potential to change communities. There is so much opportunity in a course like this, and I am thrilled to have had so many students participate in it this semester.” “We took what we had been ‘teaching’ as a club, if you will, and operationalized it as a three-credit interdisciplinary course,” said Hagedorn. “We also included spirituality as we reflect on Rosemont’s value to care for the Earth as our common home. Our goal with this course is to develop an understanding in each of our students that to fix or

Rosemont Ranked #7

as Top Performer on Social Mobility in U.S. News & World Report

Rosemont is recognized as a college that excels in helping economically disadvantaged students obtain their degrees

“I have always been an academic person and let curiosity lead me everywhere.” Casandra Antzoulatos ’22

solve these problems, with urgency, we must work in teams. It is not another person or group who we hope will do the actions; rather, it is all the small and large decisions we each make daily that add up. And we must do the work together, inclusively. We must examine all perspectives to a problem to produce the best solutions.” For Antzoulatos, the course helped to lay the groundwork for her future goals. “My idea of ‘healing earth’ is to bring people together,” she said. “I am most interested in the study of humans and cultures alike: their similarities, differences, and developments. I believe we must respect our differences, and ultimately bring people together in ways that would benefit not only the world, but its inhabitants, as well. This course has given me the knowledge I need to help contribute to a beautiful world for all the unique lives who call Earth home.”

Rosemont has again been included in this year’s U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges Rankings in the Regional Universities North category, and was ranked #7 as a Top Performer on Social Mobility, up from #15 last year. Rosemont is the only college in the Philadelphia region in the Top 10. According to U.S. News, economically disadvantaged students are less likely than others to finish college, even when controlling for other characteristics. “We are thrilled to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report,” said Jayson Boyers, EdD, President of Rosemont College. “U.S. News has confirmed what we knew all along. Rosemont has a long history of providing access to education. We believe all people have a right to a quality education that will empower them to find their voice and understand how they can use it to have positive impact. This is especially true for students who fall into groups that societal structures marginalize. This began in 1921 when Rosemont opened as a women’s college—when less than eight percent of women had access to a higher education. Today, Rosemont continues to support students from all backgrounds to find the POWER of their voice. We welcome students from all walks of life because we know they will find their unique fit here and excel within our community.”

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Young Bankers on the Rise Rosemont Places Second in Pennsylvania in the 2021 CSBS Community Bank Case Study Competition

A team of Rosemont business students was recognized and awarded for their winning submission to the National Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) Community Banking Case Study Competition at the PA Bankers Association Annual Young Professionals in Banking Conference at the Hershey, PA Conference Center on September 20. In a room filled with young banking professionals, Ashley Kinney, Marlon Sharpton, and Madison Yeager were asked to stand and be recognized for their respective roles in developing an awardwinning case study in partnership with a few other classmates who could not attend, along with executives from the Philadelphia-based Asian Bank. “Our students worked very hard on this project from late January until midMay 2021 and it felt so good, they said, to be recognized for that effort,” said Christine Hagedorn, Assistant Professor and Discipline Coordinator, Business Department. “Our students had a great experience at the PA Bankers Conference, got out of their respective comfort zones, networked with others in the field, and grew as young professionals.” The case study competition began in January 2021 and two Rosemont teams, one each representing Bryn Mawr Trust and Asian Bank, participated. Each team submitted research reports and documentary videos at the conclusion of the competition in May. Nationwide judging began in the spring, and the Rosemont team paired with Asian Bank advanced to the second round of the national competition in June. “Going to the PA Bankers Conference was a great and fun experience,” said Ashley Kinney, a senior majoring in International Business with a minor in Accounting. “During the conference we were recognized for our second-place win for Pennsylvania. After all the hard work we put into this paper it was a great

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feeling to be recognized for it by CSBS and the PA Bankers Association.” Thirty-five student teams representing 29 colleges and universities conducted an original case study in partnership with a local community bank for the 2021 Community Bank Case Study Competition. Fifteen of those were PA colleges or universities and it was from among those 15 that the Rosemont team was named second place.

This is the seventh year of the competition, which is open to undergraduate students in all fields of study as an opportunity to gain valuable first-hand knowledge of the banking industry. This year, students wrote about how their partner community bank addressed two significant social events in 2020: the COVID-19 pandemic and nationwide calls to improve diversity, inclusion, and economic fairness.

Students Ashley Kinney, Marlon Sharpton, and Madison Yeager at the PA Bankers Association Annual Young Professionals in Banking Conference

Classes of 2020 and 2021 Celebrate Commencement Rosemont College held its 97th and 98th Commencement on Saturday, May 15 and Sunday, May 16, 2021. Due to COVID-19 precautions, four small ceremonies were held over the weekend and livestreamed on Facebook. In addition to graduates of the Class of 2021, also in attendance were alumni from the Class of 2020, who were invited to experience a traditional ceremony in contrast with the all-virtual event in 2020. “Today is a day to gather together and celebrate,” said President Boyers. “It is a day to proudly reflect on all that our graduates have accomplished during their time here and wish them well as they take their next steps in life’s journey.” Read President Boyers' Presidential Ponderings post about Commencement. Sr. Veronica Openibo, Society Leader of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, delivered the Commencement address

via taped remarks from Italy, and was awarded an honorary degree. Sr. Openibo is an educator, religious leader, and public speaker. She has a special relationship with Rosemont College as the Society Leader of the SHCJ. Sr. Openibo was elected the 13th leader of the SHCJ in 2010 and is the first African elected to lead the order. She was re-elected in 2016 and will serve her current term through 2022. Based in Rome, Sr. Openibo is also on the Executive Board of the International Union of Superiors General (UISG) and serves as Vice President of the Board of Service of Documentation and Study on Global Mission (SEDOS). Two alumni, Sharon Woods Clark '74 and Ben McGinty '00, were also awarded honorary degrees. Read the list of graduates from both classes, as well as academic honors and awards.

President Boyers and Provost Nash

Rosemont’s

Commencement ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 14th.

Graduate Gabe Rizzo, class of 2021

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Thank you for your dedication to our students!

Three of Rosemont’s esteemed professors retired at the end of the fall 2021 semester after many decades of service to our community. We wish them well as they start the latest chapters of their lives!

Tina Waldeier Bizzarro Dr. Tina Waldeier Bizzarro retired as full professor in the Department of History of Art and served as Discipline Coordinator and Major and Minor Advisor for History of Art for over 30 years. Her full-time teaching career began at Rosemont after she completed her PhD in History of Art at Bryn Mawr College, where she was the Howard Lehman Goodhart Fellow in Medieval Studies from 1978 through 1982. An undergraduate Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Pittsburgh and Hamilton College, she earned her BA in French and Italian Language and Literature, with a minor in History of Art. Her love of art, language, and people was the combination of interests that led her to travel widely with Rosemont and Villanova students in travel/study courses she developed over the last 20 years—to France, Italy, Mexico, Scotland, Spain, England, Holland, and Ireland. Dr. Waldeier Bizzarro was awarded over 20 Pew Grants, Connelly Grants, and other professional development grants for scholarly research and conference presentations and received the Lindback Award for Distinguished Teaching in 2007. Dr. Bizzarro was selected as a Fulbright Scholar in Sicily in 2006 and traveled to Italy where she photographed

“The students of Rosemont College have been at the center of my life and consciousness for the last three and one-half decades; you are part of me, and I hope to continue my association with all of you.”

and researched the roadside shrines, or edicole, which dot the countryside of southern Italy. Her Fulbright grant topic formed the title of one the numerous publications on these roadside shrines, “Wayside Warriors: The Roadside Shrines of Sicily.” Dr. Waldeier Bizzarro is a prolific scholar. Over the last three years, she has published three more articles about the roadside shrines in English and Italian publications. During the pandemic, she published two articles (and delivered papers at three major conferences) on Santa Rosalia, the plague saint. One

Richard Leiby Professor Richard Leiby began teaching at Rosemont in 1988. Dr. Leiby taught many history courses, including: Foundations of Western Culture, Mediterranean World, History of Russia, Emergence of Modern Europe, Europe Since Napoleon, 19th and 20th Century Seminars, Europe Since 1945, twosemester History of Germany sequence, Nazi Germany, and Methodology. While at Rosemont, he received the Lindback Award for Distinguished Teaching in 2000, the Connelly

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resulting publication was, “Plague in Palermo: Santa Rosalia Halts the Pathogen.” Dr. Bizzarro’s specialty and passion is architectural history—especially the medieval! Her first ground-breaking book, published by Cambridge University Press, is entitled Romanesque Architectural Criticism: A Prehistory and is a history of the reception of medieval architecture from the 17th through the early 19th century. She has presented over 70 papers and chaired sessions at professional venues in her discipline in the last 35 years at many different venues.

Foundation Grant for research abroad (in former East Germany) in 1997, the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Scholarship for Summer Seminar at the University of Pennsylvania in 1990, and the Pew Memorial Trust Fund Grant for research in 1989. Prior to his teaching career at Rosemont, he was assistant professor at Eastern Michigan University, a visiting assistant professor at Kutztown University, and a visiting instructor at Franklin and Marshall College. Dr. Leiby received his PhD in History from the University of Delaware in 1984.

“It has been an exciting and fun experience teaching young women and men on the verge of learning who they are and what they can accomplish on their way to following their dreams.”

Patricia M. Nugent Professor Patricia Nugent has been a member of the Rosemont community for 55 years. She began her teaching career at Rosemont College in 1966 and was promoted to associate professor in 1975. Professor Nugent taught painting and drawing at both the introductory and upper levels, the upper-level Senior Seminar classes, and taught and created Options in Art to help students see the various career options within studio arts. She served as the director of the joint Summer Study in the Arts Program in Siena, Italy in 1977 and has served on various College committees, including long stints on the Curriculum Committee and the Rank, Tenure, and Compensation Committee (RTC).

He earned his MA in History from the University of Delaware, and his AB in History from Albright College. A widely regarded European history scholar, Dr. Leiby is the author of the book, The Unification of Germany 19891990, and more than 20 book chapters, reviews, and academic papers about Germany, Central European History, World War II, and more. He served as the Director of Strategic Planning and Assessment, beginning in 2009 until 2018. He has also served on many College committees, including Faculty Council and RTC. In addition,

Professor Nugent received her BFA degree from the University of Pennsylvania in a coordinated program with the Pa. Academy of the Fine Arts and her MFA from the University of Guanajuato in Mexico. Each were attended on full scholarship. She did advanced study at Temple University, the University of Pennsylvania, Academia de Belle Arti, Florence, Italy, Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Professor Nugent has exhibited both locally in area galleries, such as the Woodmere Gallery in Philadelphia, Rosemont College’s Studio Faculty Exhibit, the Painted Bride Gallery, the PA Academy of the Fine Arts Juried show, and the Rittenhouse Square Juried Exhibit, the

Dr. Leiby co-directed the Ferris Program, which brought Japanese college students to campus every August and sometimes for semesters or years as visiting students. Dr. Leiby is a member of numerous organizations, such as the American Historical Association, German Studies Association, the Conference Group for Central European History, and the Philadelphia Conference for Modern European History, in which he was elected to executive council from 19901992, 1995-1997, and 2000-2002.

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, and galleries in Mexico, such as Galleria Zaguan and in San Miguel de Allende. In addition to teaching, Professor Nugent has been the Director of the Rosemont College Art Gallery since 1994. In 2018, it was renamed The Patricia M. Nugent Gallery in recognition of her commitment to Rosemont College. Professor Nugent is well known in Philadelphia art circles and, as a result, many artists know Rosemont College’s gallery. She has always maintained close contact with her former students, and they often exhibit their work at the gallery.

“I feel blessed to have been accepted as a colleague by my fellow faculty members, and I hope that my contributions to the College's mission will be long-lasting. What I will remember most are the students and how lucky I was to have a chance to share my knowledge of History with them.”

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As the Rosemont community begins its next 100 years, the College looks to transform the student experience by launching new academic programs and partnerships, adding athletic offerings, and renovating one of the campus’ most historic buildings.

New Academic Programs

Rosemont expands course offerings, including new online programs in the School of Graduate and Professional Studies and a new major in the Undergraduate College.

Graduate and Professional Studies: Global Cybersecurity (Online): With cybercrime on the rise, employers in the public and private sectors are in need of well-trained, trusted professionals who will protect their critical information. The new Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Global Cybersecurity programs are designed to respond to the increasing need for a practical, solutionsoriented approach to the question of how to improve information security. Integrated Studies (Online): Rosemont’s Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Studies allows students to leverage a variety of topics they have studied over time and their lived experience to complete your degree. They will partner with their advisor to customize their course of study, taking full advantage of previous work and education. Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration (HESAA): As a master's candidate for Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration at Rosemont, students will delve into course content (including advocacy, social justice, student leadership, legal matters, college budgeting, administration, data evaluation & assessment) that will broaden their worldview and empower them to be a leader who will make meaningful changes on college campuses as they support students on their higher education journeys.

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Undergraduate New Media Communication: In a world with rapid technological change, a degree in New Media Communication from Rosemont College gives students the skills needed to explore their creativity, learn the art of storytelling, and stay on the forefront of this fast-paced field. Students can choose from three distinct specialties in journalism, public relations, and digital media. Counseling Programs Receive Recognition from CACREP and NBCC The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), recently granted accreditation to two programs in Rosemont College's School of Graduate and Professional Studies: Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling. This accreditation comes in tandem with the school’s recognition as an official participating college of the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). As a participating college, Rosemont students are given the chance to apply for the National Certified Counselor (NCC) certification before graduation, rather than waiting until completion of their post-graduate and supervision hours. CACREP accredits programs in counseling and its specialties that are offered by colleges and universities to ensure students receive a curriculum based on the highest educational standards. After the year 2024, the NBCC will no longer offer NCC status to graduates of non-CACREP accredited programs. “We are thrilled to be recognized by CACREP and NBCC,” said Mika Nash, EdD, Provost and Senior Vice President for

Academic and Student Affairs. “We are so proud of our counseling faculty members who work tirelessly to educate and guide our students so that they are prepared to excel in the fields of clinical mental health counseling and school counseling.” CACREP based the accreditation decisions on an extensive review of the self-study documents, the site review team’s report, and the institution’s response to the site review team’s report. Facilitated by faculty members who are current practitioners in the field of counseling, both the school counseling and clinical mental health counseling programs are in alignment with national standards in counseling. The CACREP Board of Directors met in July 2021 and awarded accreditation to Rosemont’s selected counseling programs through October 2029. The College became a participating college of the NBCC in October 2021.

New Partnerships Rosemont College and Archdiocese of Philadelphia Announce Innovative Partnership

In October, Rosemont College and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia announced a new partnership that will provide a clear, affordable pathway for high school students to continue their Catholic education at the collegiate level. As part of the partnership, Rosemont College offers a tuition grant of $9,750 to students who graduate from Catholic high schools in the Archdiocese and commit to attending Rosemont as residential students. The grant is 50% off Rosemont’s standard tuition and reduces annual tuition to under $10,000 a year. In addition, students will remain eligible for merit scholarships.

Rosemont College Selected to Join Elite Federal Academic Alliance

Rosemont Launches Government and Corporate Partnership Program Rosemont has forged new partnerships with the federal government and businesses through Rosemont Momentum, a corporate partnership program launched in fall 2021 that makes the College’s accredited, affordable, and accessible online education attainable to partner employees and their families.

Associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, master's degrees (including in business administration) in high-demand business, leadership, and technology fields as well as graduate certificates in homeland security and emergency management; human resources management; strategic leadership; and healthcare administration are available.

Meet Tim Kavanagh, Assistant Vice President for Strategic Partnerships

Tim Kavanagh came to Rosemont during the summer of 2021. With more than three decades of experience in hospitality, marketing, relationship management, and business engagement, Kavanagh spearheads Rosemont Momentum’s corporate partner relationships. Prior to Rosemont, he served as Business Development Manager at Champlain College. Why Rosemont? There is a great opportunity that exists at Rosemont. It is a culmination of the history of the school, the engaged and supportive alumni, the staff and the leadership team all working toward the institution’s mission statement. What excites you about the College? A year from now, what do you want to say you have accomplished at Rosemont? My goal is to bring on many clients to our Momentum program like the Federal Government as well as many private sector companies. What about three years from now? I always think about the lives that we change when an adult comes back to school to get or finish their degree.

In January, the U.S. Office of Personnel Management announced the addition of Rosemont College to the Federal Academic Alliance. This will enable more than 2.8 million federal employees nationwide, their spouses, and eligible family members to pursue affordable, online higher education degrees and certificate programs at more than 50 percent less than the standard tuition rates through Rosemont’s Momentum Program. Rosemont becomes one of just 27 post-secondary institutions to join the Alliance nationwide.

I know that in working with federal employees in the past, we can have a direct impact on an individual’s advancement as well as help employee retention for our partner companies. Where can we find you when you're not at work? My wife, Candy, and I have five kids and one grandson between us, so we try to spend as much time with them as possible. I also run a teambuilding gameshow company that is geared to work with companies and organizations to bring their workforce together through interactive game shows modeled after many well-known TV game shows: gameshowsvt.com. What is your favorite hobby? Sailing has been a passion of mine since sailing as a kid on Lake Memphremagog in Vermont. There is something energetically pleasing as you hoist the sails, harness the wind, and set your course on an adventure. What excites you about working at a school in the Philly area? I love history, and Philadelphia is the place of many 'firsts' in our country. I enjoy getting a chance to explore some of the area's rich history.

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Rosemont’s Unique Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration Program (HESAA) Stands Out Among U.S. Higher Education Degrees Tuition-free and housing-free master’s program emphasizes practical experience with focus on social justice and belonging When Jeanette Padilioni graduated from Rosemont in 2019, she entered the workforce with a strong resume. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communication and was president of the senior class as well as an active member of numerous campus clubs and organizations. Like many young professionals, she was considering what her long-term career plans would be and found herself thinking back to her undergraduate days. “While at Rosemont, I loved working as a resident assistant and as a student ambassador,” she said. “I started to research and discovered that working in student affairs administration was a career path I was becoming more and

more interested in pursuing. When I learned about the HESAA program, I knew immediately that it would be a good fit for me because I wanted to make a difference in the lives of college students.” Now Padilioni is back on campus as part of HESAA’s first cohort. Launched in fall 2021, this two-year master’s program within Rosemont’s School of Graduate and Professional Studies (SGPS) prepares graduate students for careers working inside of colleges and universities whether on the administrative, academic, or student life sides of the house. While many similar programs exist nationally, Rosemont’s unique approach stands out in multiple ways. “The curriculum is taught with a social justice lens, with faculty engaging the students in classroom

dialogue, reflective papers, critical interviews, and creating actions and recommendations for topics related to identity across race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, disability, class, faith, and more,” said SGPS Interim Dean Matthew Antonio Bosch, EdD, who directs the HESAA program. The curriculum includes multiple courses with a distinct focus on diversity and belonging, including Systemic Bias in Higher Education, Student and Identity Development Theories, and Cultural Pluralism. “Through my classes, I’ve been able to expand my research and knowledge around LGBTQIA+ inclusion on college campuses,” said Kei’shairra Jackson, SGPS Diversity Coordinator. “Being challenged in classes to explore multiple intersectional identities, both as a group and individually, has

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given me a different outlook on higher education.”

“Three for Free”

Focused on financial equity, Rosemont’s program takes a unique approach to minimizing barriers for graduate students while maximizing their overall impact on campus. HESAA master’s students receive the “Three for Free” which are free tuition, free meal plan, and free housing. “This mechanism helps to alleviate concerns of student debt, while allowing students a chance to immerse themselves in making a difference in the lives of students on campus,” said Bosch. “During undergrad, I was working full-time just to afford college,” said Deshawn Givens, Athletic Academic Mentor. “Now being part of the ‘Three for Free’ program with HESAA, I’m able to dedicate all my time to strengthening the wellness of students and the overall institution.”

Matthew Antonio Bosch, EdD Interim Dean, SGPS Director of HESAA

Learn Through Play

The academic curriculum also incorporates innovative gamification into several courses. Graduate students engage in team activities like Family Feud, Pictionary, or Jeopardy to help them digest the academic content. For instance, during a session focused on Latinx and Hispanic students in Higher Ed, students played the Spanish game show Pasapalabra to discuss Latinx student success, undocumented students, and the rise of HispanicServing Institutions across college campuses. For a class discussion on how colleges respond to protests and student activism, students engaged in a HESAA Rap Battle, as rap was often used as a communicative tool across communities of color to advocate for self-empowerment, societal change, and collective social justice. “Using gamification throughout our coursework is extremely beneficial to students who have alternative learning styles, as it can be challenging to retain information simply from book chapters or articles,” said Lauren Platt, Career Counselor. “Incorporating gaming into class provides opportunities to build connections and morale across our cohort while encouraging critical thinking about key elements from the

readings that would help us excel during class activities.”

impact in students’ lives.”

Real-World Experience

A final way Rosemont’s program sets itself apart from similar national programs involves giving students the agency to keep or switch practicum placements each semester. “As a first-gen college student myself, I didn’t know what I didn’t know,” said Bosch. “So, we never want incoming students to feel locked into a practicum placement for two full years, or even one year, because their priorities and desires will change as students take classes and discover new options that they didn’t even know were possible.” Rosemont allows students the choice to keep their practicum for a deeper experience with a professional mentor or to switch up to four practica across the two years in order to round out their professional experiences. Both paths provide students with the agency to customize their own learning and professional experiences in a “Choose Your Own Adventure” style that will prepare them for higher education careers. Applications are now open for next year’s cohort. You can learn more about HESAA on the Rosemont website.

Additionally, the HESAA program allows students to engage in an Academic Practicum where each graduate student crafts their professional brand. Paired with a campus department for 15-to-20 hours each week, HESAA students serve as part-time professional staff members, taking on roles as both student and administrator. Currently, six departments across Rosemont College are receiving the help of a part-time staff member including athletics, academic advising, student success and engagement, and career services, with plans to increase the number of departments with next year's HESAA cohort in Fall 2022. Jeanette Padilioni, Graduate Coordinator for Student Engagement, shared how her academic practicum experience is preparing her for a lifelong career in student affairs administration. “Our practicum gives us the ability to connect with departments across higher ed that pique our interest. We’re able to pick the minds of our supervisors, who serve as our mentors. That helps us discover what resonates with us as we navigate our career paths and make an

Personalized Practicum

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Transforming Mayfield Rosemont College Looks to the Future While Respecting the Past with a $7.5 Million Investment to Renovate Historic Mayfield Hall What was once a stable, Mayfield will be transformed into a new residence hall with modern amenities. The restoration began in November at one of Rosemont’s most historic buildings. “Mayfield Hall will be transformed into a state-of-the-art facility for our students,” said President Jayson Boyers. “We are very excited about this restoration that will enhance our student life experience while preserving the historic integrity of the building.” Under the direction of MKC, the project will include new windows, new mechanical systems, and other systems updates with little impact on the existing structure while bringing the facility into the 21st century. Construction will include a complete demolition of the existing interior

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conditions. This will allow for a modern room configuration and spacious common rooms. Rosemont and MKC will maximize unit square footage, maintain consistency across levels, provide comfortable bathrooms, and prioritize community spaces. Common space, kitchen, and laundry rooms will be expanded and upgraded. New systems, finishes, furniture, etc. paired with the lasting character of the building will create a unique, timeless space. This project is rooted in the preservation and revitalization of a campus landmark. A combination of single and double units will be available to offer a range of living environments. The new layout will offer 86 new beds to the campus.

A Storied History The current Mayfield Hall is on the site of the Joseph Sinnott family’s stables. When the Society of the Holy Child Jesus purchased the land that is now Rosemont College, the stable was converted for use as a science building, an art studio, and an auditorium in 1921. By 1929, the need for a new dormi-

tory and dining hall grew. A plan was developed to use the foundation and back portion of the stables, then add a new front and upper floors. Today, from the rear of Mayfield, you can see the remnants of the arched stable doors. While the dining room was removed in 1956, the building has continued to serve as a residence hall for more than nine decades.

Follow Us as the Story of Mayfield Hall Continues We will be posting regular updates on this exciting renovation here, so please come back often to watch the evolution. The renovation is scheduled to be completed in August 2022.

Did You Live in Mayfield? Share your “Memories from Mayfield” with us for a chance to be featured on Rosemont’s social media channels! Email kathleen.duboff@rosemont.edu for details.

As a stable, art studio, dining hall, residence hall, and more, Mayfield has been a part of Rosemont since the College's founding in 1921. The newly renovated Mayfield Hall will be a fully accessible building with state-of-theart amenities.

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New Basketball Court The basketball court was renovated and features a new design.

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Pitching Into the Next Century

“It means a lot to me to be part of Rosemont’s first baseball team. It is awesome to be a part of a historic season at Rosemont and to help build this baseball program’s legacy.” Jack Woods Position: Catcher

“I am extremely honored and excited to be part of the first baseball team here at Rosemont and believe that I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience at the college level to my younger teammates. This is an experience that I can look back on and say that I was part of the beginning of a great program.” Michael Denton Position: Pitcher

Men's Soccer Team Advanced to NCAA Tournament

The Rosemont Men's Soccer Team won the CSAC Championship on November 6 against Cairn University and advanced to the NCAA tournament for the first time in Rosemont history. The men's soccer team – which formed in 2009 – maintained an undefeated record during the season, with the championship win earning them an automatic bid to the NCAA tournament. The Ravens played Amherst College in the first round on Saturday, November 13 at Babson College. While the Ravens did not come home with a win, they made Rosemont proud by making history! “I am so proud of the team for this amazing achievement,” said John Loiodice, Rosemont's head soccer coach. “This has been 10 months of hard work and dedication to win our programs' first conference championship. Having incredible captains such as Will Boehmer and Alex Arriola leading the program has helped our young team this season. The culture and camaraderie our team has on and off the field has been the main reason for our success.”

Baseball debuts this spring as the newest sport to be added to Rosemont’s athletic programs. Under the direction of Coach Ross Trachtenberg, the team is comprised of 37 student athletes -- all of whom are new to Rosemont College. “I am extremely proud of the members of the Rosemont College baseball team,” said Coach Trachtenberg. “They committed to building this new program and are such a deserving group to represent Rosemont during this inaugural season. I am so excited to see them take the field for the first time. I know how special it will be for them to put on their Ravens uniform each time this season.” The program opener will take place this Saturday, February 19th at 12:00 pm. The team will play a double-header against Penn State Brandywine at MapleZone Sports Institute in Aston, PA. The home opener will be on Saturday, March 19th at 12:00 pm against CSAC opponent Clarks Summit University in a conference double-header. Rosemont’s home field is at Heuser Park in King of Prussia, PA. “I have been constantly reminded why Rosemont is such a special place in the last few weeks,” said Trachtenberg. “Every day I hear from faculty and staff expressing their support, interest, and excitement for Rosemont Baseball. It is so greatly appreciated by the players and me.” Follow the team throughout the season at: Twitter: RosemontBase Instagram: rosemontbaseball

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Class Notes

Kate Coleman ’72 writes a monthly Lifestyle column for The Herald-Mail, a newspaper serving the cities of Hagerstown, MD, Chambersburg, PA, Martinsburg, WV, and surrounding counties.

Jeanne Kluger Carullo ’65 has written a children’s picture book, Buttercup Belle, about the values needed for a happy life.

Patricia Carbine ’52 founder and publisher of Ms. Magazine, recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of the publication. You can also learn more about Pat in the most recent episode of the POWER of small Podcast - “Remembering The T-House.”

Mari Carmen Aponte ’68 has been nominated by U.S. President Joe Biden to serve as the nation’s next ambassador to Panama, the White House announced. Carol Kelley ’68 retired from the National Gallery of Art on March 13, 2021.

Penny Wolff ’64, Peg Isselmann ’64, Mary Ann Dougherty ’64 and friend, Dana Zinser reunited over the summer for some quality time in the Philadelphia area. Anne Sweeney ’64 was quoted in an article published by CNN Travel in August 2021. The article, “Cognac and cigars: The golden age of inflight meals,” details the rather luxurious dining that at one time existed on commercial flights. Sweeney worked as a flight attendant with Pan Am from 1964-75.

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Patsie McCandless ’69 her book Becoming Jesse has won two awards in the past year – Mom’s Choice Gold Award & Family Choice Award and is now on the recommended reading list for the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. Mary Anne Schofield ’70 added the plaque to the statue “Quiet Morning” in honor of classmate and former Rosemont President Sharon Hirsh. Their class raised $100,000 for their 50th anniversary.

Jean Ebbott ’84 and her husband, Dave, volunteered at Philadelphia’s St. Francis Inn this September to serve lunch to 115 people. Duncan Fischley, Rosemont’s Director of Campus Ministry (center), also joined them. Julie Karavan ’90 has been selected to serve as Director of Advancement for the Children’s Charity of the Delaware Valley.

Erin Hennicke ’92 has been named a manager at Netflix for the company’s features division. In her new role, she’ll be scouting books for the company. You can also learn more about Erin through her episode on Rosemont’s POWER of Small Podcast. Nicole Schanne Maloney ’92 an integrated literacy facilitator at the AIM Institute for Learning & Research in Conshohocken, PA, and her colleagues recently received a Reimagine Education Gold Award in the Science of Learning category.

Jo Owens Murray ’93 has had photography from a tour of the United States and Canada that she conducted five years ago accepted into the National Museum of the American Indian in Washington, DC.

Michelle Ottey, ’97 has been named Managing Director of CIC Philadelphia.

Alexis Kropp-Kwon ’06 (center) and her sisters Madeline '09 (right) and Caroline ’13 (left) have an annual tradition of baking cookies together during the weekend before Christmas. Raveen James ’08 recently earned a 2021 Best of Braintree Award for her company Beautiful Blessings.

Jessica Morales Rocketto ’08 was selected as one of "100 Latinas" by Latino Leaders Magazine in the May/June issue.

Dwayne Dantzler ’99 served as a volunteer at St. Francis Inn this September along with two Rosemont students - Dezalyn Triplin (center) and Caroline Fuimano - and “Flat” Renny the Raven. Pamela Whitt ’01 has been named Director of Human Resources at Exude, a Philly-based consulting firm. Brianne Wetzel ’05 appointed Executive Director of the Cornelia Connelly Center, effective July 1. Don Yost ’05 has published a new novel: HENRY: A Sequel to Stephen Crane's the Red Badge of Courage on wartime lessons and its impact on today's generation.

Sarah Clark ’15 is working in New York City with Healthline Media, a partner of Breastcancer.org located in Ardmore, PA.

Tiffany Curtis ’15 was recently hired as a full-time content creator for diverse and inclusive wellness stories by the Leaf Group/Livestrong. com Lauren Lombardo ’16 is pursuing her Licensed Professional Counselor credential.

Aaron Pinninti ’17 & Archana Ganta, ’17 graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine this spring and began their residencies in July. Aaron joined the Surgery Residency Program at Mercy Catholic Medical Center and Archana joined the Family Medicine Residency Program at Sutter Health Family Medicine in Sacramento, CA, in July. Elijah Tomaszewski ’17 completed his Tribe 12 Fellowship in 2021, a leadership experience for individuals who are dedicated to personal growth, enriching communities, and making Judaism their own.

Mary Manfredi ’18 has been named the Registrar at Sotheby's.

Angelica Corridoni ’19 a teacher at Little Flower High School in Philadelphia, was recognized in an article by CatholicPhilly. com for the way she is utilizing the social media app TikTok to help her students to understand Scripture and to demonstrate their grasp of biblical texts. Jenny Duval ’19 a veteran social worker and addiction counselor, is taking on new leadership responsibilities at Stephen’s Place, a halfway house located in Bethlehem, PA that helps former prisoners be reintroduced to society.

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In memoriam Alumni… Anita di Silvestro von Zech ’42 Katharine Donnelly Bradley ’43 Agnes Tirrell Holl ’44 Katherine McLachlan Reilly ’45 Amelia N. Gallo ’46 Marguerite Cooke Coleman ’47 Jewell McDermody Coyle ’47 Philomena Capozzoli Edelmann ’47 Maria McDevitt Thielens ’47 Kathryn Natale Ryan ’48 Pamela Peters Griffin ’49 Teresita Endy Pletcher ’49 Ruth Gregory Geils ’50 Patricia Alexander LaMothe ’50 Alice-Mary Rooney Lawler ’50 Ann Baxter Brecker ’52 Eileen Dietrich Hilly ’52

Maureen O'Grady Clancy ’53 M. Eileen O'Brien Guerin ’53 Wilma Long Meehan ’53 Janet Dougherty Chalke ’54 Eileen Gwynn Dagit ’54 Anne Kelly O'Hare ’54 Beulah Jones Sutherland ’55 Blanquita Bird Valenti ’55 Sheila Quinn Maffei ’56 Mary Spaulding McNichol ’56 Claire Cullen Earley ’57 Patricia Reeves Murphy ’57 Patricia O'Reilly Murphy ’58 Patricia Potts Lane ’60 Lizanne Hardegen Jones ’62 Susan Canning Stochl ’62 Bessie Montalbano Sullivan ’63 Marianna Pulaski Sullivan ’64

Pamela A. Curtis ’65 Mary Gay Gorrell Moore ’65 Kathleen McNichol Snocker ’68 Kathleen Nolan Dunn ’70 Maura Fleeson Moran ’70 Camille DeBarardinis Crossin ’71 Stella Au Yeung Mao ’71 Alice Theresa Moore ’71 Deborah Rifenbary Murphy, Ed.D. ’71 Caroline Mallon Harris ’75 Martha Donnelly ’82 Maria Santiago Lillis ’82 Nancy T. Broll ’83 Jean Urbach Rittenhouse ’92 Barbara A. Garcia ’97, ’15 Sarah F. Langan ’97

SGPS Student… Gary Hall This list includes all notifications made to Alumni Relations as of 1/23/2022

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February 19: Pitching into the Next Century First game of the new Ravens Baseball team.

March 3, 7, and 15: Winter Alumni Series

(watch for more information via email) • March 3: Wine Flight with Anne Sweeney ‘64 • March 7: M anaging Everyday Stress: Using Mindfulness Techniques to Reduce Anxiety with Staff Counselor Rob Piña, MA and Director and Clinical Supervisor of the Counseling Center Thomas DeGeorge, PhD • March 15: A rt History Lecture with Former President Sharon Hirsh '70

April 4 - 8: Founders’ Week

Rosemont’s annual celebration honoring Cornelia Connelly, the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, and others whose vision shaped Rosemont College.

April 30: Gala of the Century

Reserve your tickets at Rosemont.edu/Gala

May TBA: Looking Forward - The Next 100 Years A conversation about how Rosemont College will meet the wants of the age during its second century.

May 14: The 99th Commencement Ceremony Congratulations to the Rosemont College Class of 2022!

June 4-5: Reunion Weekend

We look forward to welcoming you back home for Rosemont’s Centennial Year Reunion!

June 5: Closing Mass

with Archbishop Nelson Perez Sunday, June 5, 2022, at 10:30 am Please join us to close out our Centennial year during our Reunion Weekend for our Closing Mass celebrated by His Excellency Nelson Perez, the Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. All are welcome to join the Reunion Classes for Brunch in the Community Center immediately following Mass. So that we may appropriately plan, please register online for Mass.

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Meet Jen Tuberosa

Vice President of Institutional Advancement

In September, Jennifer (Jen) Tuberosa joined the Rosemont College community as Vice President for Institutional Advancement. In this role, she manages the Office of Institutional Advancement, a reimagined version of what was known as College Relations, that will focus on development, alumni engagement, stewardship, and assistance with grants. A strategic advancement, fundraising, and alumni relations professional, Tuberosa is known for launching programs that directly result in engaged, supportive alumni who become loyal annual donors. She brings more than 25 years of experience in the communications and fundraising fields to Rosemont and joined the College at an exciting time at the launch of the Centennial year. As the head of Institutional Advancement, Tuberosa leads all engagement with the College's internal and external constituents: overseeing development, alumni relations, non-credit programs, community relations, government relations, and all College-wide special events. She also serves as liaison to the Development Committee of the Board of Trustees. In addition, Tuberosa will oversee the campaign vision setting, planning, and leadership as the College embarks on its next fundraising campaign which will begin during the 2022-2023 academic year. Tuberosa is a visionary leader who leverages new programs and services to

Let’s get to know more about Jen and what brought her to Rosemont. What excites you about Rosemont College? Through the years, all the interactions I have had with members of the Rosemont community made it clear that Rosemont is the place to be! My meetings with the search committee and students and staff during the interview process reaffirmed this. The dedication of faculty, staff, and students, the commitment to education and innovation, and the strong sense of faith and joy that fills the campus inspire me to want to be part of Rosemont’s next 100 years. My sister is an alumna, and because Rosemont holds a special place in her heart, it holds a special place in mine, too!

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A year from now, what do you want to say you have accomplished at Rosemont? What about three years from now? As the Vice President for Advancement, in the near future I hope to have helped position Rosemont to continue its tradition of academic excellence for the next 100 years. I intend to accomplish this by strengthening relationships with Rosemont’s supportive community of alumni, students, parents, friends, and faculty/staff, as well as through strategic planning while finding joy at every turn. I like to celebrate the small milestones and the big achievements. There is nothing better than being part of something bigger than us—something that lets us make a difference and leave an impact. What book are you currently reading? I am always reading a few books at a time. I like to reread some old favorites while picking out some new titles. I especially

build relationships, engage constituents, rally support, and raise funds, including non-traditional revenue resources, such as corporate partnerships and naming rights. As a creative marketer with extensive experience in developing Catholic leadership programs, student ambassador programs, social media fundraising tactics, and comprehensive event plans, she will bring innovative ideas to Rosemont’s advancement initiatives. Tuberosa comes to Rosemont from Cardinal O’Hara High School in Springfield, PA, where she was Vice President of Advancement since 2016. She also held the role of Director of Institutional Advancement from 20152016. Prior to Cardinal O’Hara, she was Director of Advancement at St. Pius X in Broomall from 2006-2015. She also served as a Presenter and Director of Schools at the Healey Education Foundation in Mt. Laurel, New Jersey. “I am looking forward to Jen’s contributions to Rosemont, particularly as she plays an instrumental role in stewarding and cultivating the College’s relationships with donors,” said President Jayson Boyers. “With a strong background at educational institutions, Jen shares my enthusiasm for Rosemont’s mission, values, and goals for the College. She will work collaboratively with me and the senior leadership team as we continue to set an ambitious, inclusive path forward for Rosemont’s next 100 years.” enjoy nonfiction and consider myself a lifelong learner. Currently, I am reading Grit by Angela Duckworth, Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell, and my all-time favorite, Creativity, Inc. by Pixar founder Ed Catmull. Where can we find you when you're not at work? With four children, if I am not cheering on my son at soccer or tennis, you may find me supporting my daughters in their theater pursuits. Nothing fills my heart with more pride than watching my children grow into amazing young adults with focus, passions, and goals! What is your favorite hobby? I am a theater aficionado! I enjoy reading and analyzing scripts as well as attending local theater performances. I have been part of the St. Pius X (Broomall, PA) theater program since its inception ten years ago and have helped direct and produce their musicals.

My Future is Bright "Rosemont has provided me with so many amazing opportunities. I am finishing my undergraduate degree while taking graduate courses at the same time through the combined BA and MA in Psychology/Counseling Program. I hope to open a private practice or lead a community mental health center in the future. While at Rosemont, I have been an active member of the community as President of the SGA, Student Ambassador, Rosemont Activities Council member, and Raven Peer Leader. Rosemont is everything I hoped for and more!" – Madden Levin

Established to meet the wants of the age, Rosemont College consistently honors its legacy while reimagining the possibilities of meeting those wants in creative ways. As we celebrate 100 years and look toward the future, we are reminded of the supportive, nurturing environment that continues to transform the lives of our students—helping them focus on their goals, seize opportunities for growth, and partner with esteemed faculty and others to forge their own path for their future. Your gift to the Experience Fund makes it all possible. Your support today impacts our Rosemont students for a lifetime!

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Whatever changes each year brings, there’s one constant: Rosemont students LOVE swag, and they wear it everywhere. Want to show your RoCo pride too? It’s easier than ever to stock up! Click Here to order from Rosemont's online store.

You can pick up a Rosemonster Tshirt. Once a Rosemonster, Always a Rosemonster! Commemorate the Centennial with a Mug!

Linda Romanowski, '75 '21, President of the Alumni Association's Board of Directors showcases some of our gear!

Rosemont College Winter Magazine 2022

Articles inside

Class Notes

Meet Jen Tuberosa

In Memoriam

Transforming Mayfield

Exciting Sports News

HESAA: New Graduate Program

Welcoming the Next 100 Years

Thank-You to Longtime Faculty Members

Mourning the Loss of Beloved Rosemont Members

Young Bankers On the Rise

Healing the Earth

Jayson Boyers Inauguration

Video Interviews of Past Presidents

Let the Celebrations Begin Rosemont Celebrates Centennial

Faculty Accomplishments

Actions Not Words Our Voices, Our Paths