Rachel Carroll, a senior health equity major from Memphis, is excited about her upcoming graduation and says, “I chose Rhodes because of the scholarship and for the educational opportunities the school provides. I wanted to make an impact by serving my community and believed Rhodes would be the place to do so. Choosing to remain rooted in Memphis has proven to be an enriching choice.”
Where There’s a Will Jirik, There’s a Way
Around campus, William Jirik ’18 is known for his saying, “Where there’s a Will, there’s a way,” and the business and economics double major has shown that, with enough determination, one can overcome obstacles and achieve what they set out to do.
June 25, 2018
Rhodes’ Inaugural Urban Education Summer Institute Offers New Lenses to View Education, Democracy, and Social Justice
Nationally recognized education expert Kevin Kumashiro spoke to a packed room June 20 at Rhodes as part of the inaugural Urban Education Summer Institute. He also worked with urban education fellows and master’s degree candidates.
June 22, 2018
Dr. Leslie Petty Named Director of 2018 American Literature Association Conference
Dr. Leslie Petty, associate professor and chair of the English department, was named as the director of this year’s American Literature Association Conference. The 29th annual conference was held May 24-27 in San Francisco, CA.
June 21, 2018
Prof. Jon Russ Among Researchers Making New Discovery About Early Tobacco Smoking in North America
They have been analyzing residues from smoking pipes excavated from archaeological sites in Mississippi, Arkansas, Georgia, and Alabama for year, and they now have published a paper describing their discovery.
June 18, 2018
Kendall Cunningham Named First All-American in Rhodes Women's Lacrosse History
Kendall Cunningham ’18 made women's lacrosse history for the Lynx after earning third team All-American honors. Cunningham is also the first women's lacrosse player from the Southern Athletic Association (SAA) to earn All-American status.
June 15, 2018
2018 Outstanding Staff Awards Presented
Fred Garrett, Liz Hvasta, Tim Lucas, and Nikki Moore were recognized with the college’s 2018 Outstanding Staff Awards. The presentations were made May 17 at the annual Service Recognition Brunch.
May 21, 2018
New York Times Features Memphis Hot Spots Owned by Rhodes Alums
The New York Times recently featured Memphis in an article about the city’s development in blighted areas. Three of the hot spots featured are owned by Rhodes alumni Taylor Berger '02 and John Planchon '02.
May 18, 2018
Dr. Joy Brooke Fairfield Stars in "Fun Home" at Playhouse on the Square
Dr. Joy Brooke Fairfield, assistant professor of theatre, stars in Fun Home at Playhouse on the Square, until May 27.
May 18, 2018
2018-2019 Fulbright U.S. Student Awards: Alisa Redding ’18 to Teach in Estonia
She recently graduated from Rhodes with a bachelor’s degree in environmental studies. In addition to teaching, she plans to study environmental values in Estonian culture and how those values are essential in preserving natural spaces.
May 16, 2018
Erin Gleeson ’18 Awarded The Steve and Riea Lainoff Crop Trust Fellowship in Honor of Cary Fowler
As a fellow, Gleeson will work at the Global Crop Diversity Trust in Bonn, Germany. The fellowship provides the opportunity for a recent graduate to develop an understanding of issues associated with agricultural biodiversity conservation.
May 15, 2018