Mock Trial Team Wins Invitational Tournament at Missouri State University

Rhodes Mock Trial Team Black won the invitational tournament hosted by Missouri State University November 1-3. Captain Amelia Rursch was named a double Outstanding Attorney and captain Cece Warhurst was named an Outstanding Witness. Grant Carpenter and Quincy Griffone also won outstanding witness awards.

Distinguished Alumni Awards Presented

Rhodes College’s 2024 alumni awards were presented during Homecoming/Reunion Weekend Nov. 1-2. MaryKay Loss Carlson ’81 is the recipient of this year’s Distinguished Alumni Award, and Kimberly Macharia ’18, is the recipient of the Distinguished Young Alumni Award. Darrell Cobbins ’97 received the BSA Distinguished Alumni Award.

Nelson to Present One-time Class on 2024 Election Results

Dr. Michael Nelson, professor of political science at Rhodes College and a recognized presidential scholar, will provide an analysis of the 2024 election results during a one-time class on Nov. 7 offered by the college’s Meeman Center for Lifelong Learning.

Rhodes Team Selected for National Advocacy Program for Undergraduate Research

A Rhodes team has been accepted to participate in the 2024-2025 Students Transforming Through Research Advocacy Program presented by The Council on Undergraduate Research. The program is a competitive application-based professional development opportunity for teams consisting of a campus representative and one to three undergraduate students.

Russell Wigginton ’88 Named to Tennessee Independent Colleges and Universities Association’s Hall of Fame

Rhodes College alumnus Dr. Russell Wigginton ’88, who serves as president of the National Civil Rights Museum, has been named to the Tennessee Independent Colleges and Universities Association’s 2024 Hall of Fame. This year’s class features trailblazers from various sectors, who have built lasting legacies through their leadership, philanthropy, and dedicated service to their communities.

Goal Setting: Rhodes College Aims for New 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification

Rhodes College is among a select group of U.S. colleges and universities that hold the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, which is awarded by the American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. The college is developing an application that will be submitted by next year’s deadline for the Community Engagement 2026 application cycle.

From NYC to Tokyo: Muhammad Waraich Shares His Experiences Working and Traveling Abroad

Muhammad Waraich ’25 was first drawn to Rhodes College by the prospect of small class sizes, supportive professors, and a beautiful campus. Once at Rhodes, the international studies and history major has also enjoyed the benefits of internship opportunities and fulfilling programs. With support from the Office of Career Services and the Department of International Studies, the New Jersey native has gained experience in places as close to home as New York City and as far away as Tokyo, Japan.