Summer Orientation

Monday, July 15

Student Schedule

Student Check-In (9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center  Lobby 
Check in with staff in the lobby and head to the Ballroom on the second floor to begin your Open Rhodes experience!

Welcome from the President (9:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, McCallum Ballroom
President Jennifer M. Collins will extend a formal welcome to Rhodes.

The Rhodes College Academic Experience (9:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, McCallum Ballroom 
Provost Timothy Huebner will formally welcome you to Rhodes College. Faculty from across departments and programs will discuss the academic opportunities available to you. 

Lynx-to-Lynx Student Session (10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.); Various Classrooms 
Your Lynx Leaders will guide you through a fun and interactive session that will prepare you for the rest of your time at Open Rhodes and acquaint you with campus life and resources.

Lunch (12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, Multi-Sports Forum

Lynx Athletic Meeting (12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, Classroom A
New student-athletes/families will grab lunch and head to Classroom A to meet with Athletics staff.
New student-athletes will grab lunch and head to Classroom A to meet with Athletics staff.

Health Profession Advising (HPA) Session (12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.); Briggs Hall
Students interested in Health Professions can meet with HPA advisors to learn about the academic track for pre-health!

Residence Hall Open House (12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.); Glassell Hall
You will have a chance to tour a first-year residence hall to gain a sense of on-campus housing.

Registration 101 (1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.); Barret 051
The Registrar’s office will provide you with all you need to know in preparation for your course registration process. 

Lynx to Academic Success (1:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.); Various Computer Labs
Your Lynx Leaders will help you create a saved schedule for fall registration that you will discuss with your academic advisor.

Individual Advising (2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.); Various Locations
Students will be assigned to meet 1:1 with a faculty member to discuss course selections.

Resource Fair: (3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, Multi-Sports Forum
Explore the many Student Life departments, community organizations, and support services Rhodes has to offer! 

Closing Remarks (5:30 p.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center,McCallum Ballroom
It’s not goodbye but see you later! Remarks will provide you with next steps as you prepare for August Move-In.

Open Rhodes Cool-Down (5:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, Front Lawn/Lair Patio (optional)
Enjoy frozen treats and games while mingling with the Class of 2028 families and supporters, college leadership, faculty, staff, and Alumni Relations!

 


 

Family/Supporter Schedule

Family/Supporter Check-In (9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center Lobby 
Check in with staff in the lobby and head to the McCallum Ballroom on the second floor to begin your Open Rhodes experience!

Welcome from the President (9:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, McCallum Ballroom
President Jennifer M. Collins will extend a formal welcome to Rhodes.

The Rhodes College Academic Experience (9:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, McCallum Ballroom 
Provost Timothy Huebner will formally welcome you to Rhodes College. Faculty from across departments and programs will discuss the academic opportunities available to you. 

From Home to Rhodes (10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, McCallum Ballroom 
The transition from home to college marks an important milestone on the path from adolescence to adulthood. This session will be led by the Counseling Center and will discuss supporting your family and student through the transition. 

Lunch (12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, Multi-Sports Forum

Lynx Athletic Meeting(12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, Classroom A
New student-athletes/families will grab lunch and head to Classroom A to meet with Athletics staff.

Health Profession Advising (HPA) Session (12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.) 
Students interested in Health Professions can meet with HPA advisors to learn about the academic track for pre-health.

Residence Hall Open House (12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.); Glassell Residence Hall
Tour a first-year residence hall to gain a sense of on-campus housing.

Lynx Student Session (1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, McCallum Ballroom
Hear from a panel of students about their transition to Rhodes.

Lynx Life Session (1:45 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, McCallum Ballroom
Join the Deans of Student Life to discuss preparing for campus life.

Parent Straight Talk Session (2:45 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, McCallum Ballroom
Join us for a session just for parents where current parents answer questions to help you (and your student) make the best of your Rhodes experience.

Resource Fair: (3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, Multi-Sports Forum
Explore the many Student Life departments, community organizations, and support services Rhodes has to offer! 

Closing Remarks (5:30 p.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, McCallum Ballroom
It’s not goodbye but see you later! Remarks will provide you with next steps as you prepare for August Move-In.

Open Rhodes Cool-Down (5:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.); Bryan Campus Life Center, Front Lawn/Lair Patio (optional)
Enjoy frozen treats and games while mingling with the Class of 2028 families and supporters, college leadership, faculty, staff, and Alumni Relations!

Virtual Open Rhodes Schedule

Wednesday, June 12 and Tuesday, July 16

*Please note: a Zoom link will be emailed to students before the Open Rhodes session.

All times Central Standard Time

Welcome & the Rhodes College Academic Experience (10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.)  
President Jennifer Collins will formally welcome you to Rhodes College, followed by Provost Tim Huebner and faculty from across departments and programs, who will discuss the academic opportunities available to you. 

Lynx-to-Lynx Student Session (11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.)
Your Lynx Leaders will guide you through a fun and interactive session that will acquaint you with campus life and resources. 

Lunch (12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
Enjoy a break to eat lunch!

  • Health Profession Advising (HPA) Session (12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
    Students interested in Health Professions can meet with HPA advisors to learn about the academic track for pre-health! 

Registration 101 (1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.)
The Registrar’s Office will provide you with all you need to know in preparation for your course registration process.  

Lynx to Academic Success (1:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.)
Your Lynx Leaders will help you create a saved schedule for fall registration that you will discuss with your academic advisor.

Closing Remarks (3:00 p.m.)
It’s not goodbye, but see you later! Remarks will provide you with next steps as you prepare for August move-in!

Individual Advising- Will be scheduled individually
Students will be assigned to meet 1:1 with a faculty member to discuss course selections. Advising times will be scheduled individually between the student and the advisor.