The Rhodes Impact Summer Experience (RISE) empowered 15 students to engage with the greater Memphis area this summer through full-time, eight-week paid internships at nonprofit organizations. Managed by Rhodes’ Center for Career and Professional Development, this program has provided participants with the chance to dive deep into their passions, hone their skills, and make meaningful contributions to the lives of those around them.
Fresh Take: Rhodes Claims Trophy in Competition Expanding Longtime Rivalry with Sewanee
Rhodes College is the winner of the inaugural Battle of the Bluffs Trophy, earning bragging rights in the first year of a new all-sports rivalry competition between the college and the University of the South (Sewanee). The rivalry traces its roots back to 1899, when the two institutions first met on the football field.
August 07, 2026
Rhodes College Named Among Top 10 Colleges for Strong Alumni Networks, According to LinkedIn
Rhodes College has landed a spot in the top 10 colleges recognized by LinkedIn for empowering graduates to land jobs through powerful alumni connections. The college’s alumni actively champion current students and fellow graduates, highlighting the true value of a liberal arts education.
August 06, 2026
Rhodes College Recognized by FirstGen Forward Network for Commitment to First-Generation Student Success
Rhodes College has been selected for the FirstGen Forward Network Class of 2026, a recognition that highlights the college’s dedication to enhancing the college experience and to promoting success for first-generation college students.
July 27, 2026
Mortar Board at Rhodes Celebrated Among Nation’s Outstanding Chapters
The Rhodes College chapter of Mortar Board, a national honor society for seniors, has received the prestigious 2026 Gold Torch Award from the national office. This award recognizes chapters that are committed to making a positive impact on their campuses and in their communities. It is given annually to the organization’s most exceptional chapters.
July 23, 2026
Rhodes Named Among Forbes’ Top Colleges, Earns High Marks on Financial Report Card
Rhodes College is among the 500 colleges in America that shine, according to Forbes, which recently released its “America’s Top Colleges List.” Forbes’ annual list showcases colleges that produce “successful, high-earning and influential graduates from all economic backgrounds, with less student debt.”
July 17, 2026
Rhodes Theatre Guild Receives 11 Nominations for Memphis Ostrander Awards
The Rhodes Theatre Guild (RTG) has received multiple nominations for the Ostrander Awards, honoring the best in local theater in the 2025-2026 season. RTG garnered multiple nominations for its production of Urinetown, a satirical musical about a city’s water shortage and a corrupt corporation, which was performed in February and March at the McCoy Theatre on the Rhodes campus.
July 15, 2026
Rhodes Singers Concludes Academic Year with Successful International Tour of the Baltic States
For the first time in its extensive touring history, the Rhodes Singers, along with several alumni and guests, traveled to the Baltic States in May 2026. Directed by Dr. D. Jason Bishop ’98 and collaborative pianist Dr. Alex Benford, the ensemble performed in the capital cities of Tallinn (Estonia), Riga (Latvia), and Vilnius (Lithuania).
July 06, 2026
Rhodes College Lands on America's Best Colleges List for 2026 by Money Magazine
Rhodes College is featured among Money magazine’s annual list of Best Colleges in America, which highlights the nation’s top colleges and universities based on key factors such as graduation rates, costs, financial aid, student debt, and alumni salaries. For the fifth consecutive year, Rhodes has made the list, which is based on a star rating system.
July 01, 2026
Amy Ware Assumes Role as Inaugural Assistant Vice President for Career Integration at Rhodes College
Amy Ware has assumed the position of Assistant Vice President for Career Integration and Rhodes Family Executive Director of the Center for Career and Professional Development at Rhodes College. This is the college’s first endowed staff position, and the appointment marks an important step in its vision to more seamlessly integrate career services with academic programs.
July 01, 2026
Rhodes College Recognized as a Feeder Institution to Elite Medical Programs
Rhodes College is among liberal arts colleges that stand out for medical school placement success, according to a recent analysis by the college admissions consulting firm College Transitions.
June 29, 2026