Rhodes in partnership with Ballet Memphis and The University of Memphis will present the River Project Symposium/Concert Oct. 3-4.
Prof. Michael LaRosa and Rhodes Alum Publish Immigration Reform Commentary on Huffington Post
Dr. Michael LaRosa and Rhodes alumnus Bryce Ashby ’00 have published a commentary on immigration reform on the Huffington Post politics page.
Men′s Golf Moves Into Top Five in College Rankings
The Rhodes College Men’s Golf Team is now ranked in the top five according to Golfstat College Rankings.
Prof. Jeffrey Jackson Publishes New Book on Cafés
A book co-edited by Rhodes history professor Jeffrey Jackson recently was released by Ashgate Press.
Rhodes Students, Brooks Museum, and Area Teachers Collaborate on Upcoming Day of the Dead Events
A group of 6 Rhodes students are working with Elesha Newberry on educating school children about Día de los Muertos.
Communities in Conversation Series Features Diverse Lineup for 2013-2014
Rhodes College’s Communities in Conversation will present 10 events for the 2013-14 academic year. Preeminent scholars and outstanding intellectuals such as Judith Butler, Robert Darnton, and The Atlantic’s Ta-Nahisi Coates will discuss contemporary issues and contentious topics. From an account of “How Judaism Became a Religion,” to “A History of Genius,” this public lecture series highlights how scholarly conversations can illuminate a variety of subjects of general interest.
Rhodes Scores High Marks on Rankings, According to WREG-TV News Story
Rhodes junior Emma Gotbaum and Dr. Russ Wigginton, vice president for external programs, recently were interviewed by WREG/CBS-TV about Rhodes being ranked among top colleges in the nation.
Rhodes Celebrates New Mascot
The Rhodes community welcomes a new mascot: Leroy the Lynx!
Prof. Ernest L. Gibson III Discusses Higher Ed Achievement Gap Among African American Males
Dr. Ernest L. Gibson III was invited by Leadership Memphis and the Memphis Talent Dividend to speak on the higher education achievement gap among African American males.
Rhodes International Studies Major Publishes Article About Internship in Amman, Jordan
Rhodes senior Joslyn Hebda assisted in distributing food, supplies and medical care to residents, workers and refugees as well as visited a number of cultural and religious sites.