Contact Us:

Rev. Walt Tennyson, Chaplain

310 Briggs Student Center

(901) 843-3804

tennysonw@rhodes.edu

Tiffany Merritt, Community Service Coordinator

310 Briggs Student Center

(901) 843-3401

tmerritt@rhodes.edu

Jennifer Ross, Interim Community Service Coordinator

310 Briggs Student Center

(901) 843-3401

rossj@rhodes.edu

 

Religious Life & Community Service


Our emphasis on community service and spiritual growth springs from our historic affiliation with the Presbyterian Church. While our students come from many faith traditions, they share a passion for making this world a better place for all. More than 80% of Rhodes students actively participate in our numerous service programs and religious organizations.

The Rhodes Chaplain’s Office serves as a gateway to many religious and service opportunities including:

  • The Kinney Program, which places students with about 100 area non-profit organizations
  • Habitat for Humanity campus chapter
  • PeaceJam program for high-school students from a four-state area
  • Alternative Spring Break Trip to Jamaica.
  • A diverse range of student religious organizations

The Office of Student Leadership Programs mentors informed and reflective community leaders through programs like: