Maanasa Yepuru ’26, a Rhodes senior from Memphis, has taken an innovative step toward a future in neural engineering by combining computer science with neuroscience to craft her own unique interdisciplinary major. Says Yepuru, “Rhodes’ unique offering of the self-designed interdisciplinary major afforded me the opportunity to develop interdisciplinary skills that align with neural engineering, where understanding the brain requires both computational tools and biological insight.”
Political Science Majors Named Mr. and Miss Rhodes
Thomas Mitchell and Raven Burks were recognized Oct. 28 at the college’s homecoming football game.
October 31, 2017
Mattie Boyd and Hope Hudson Presented Scholarships by RiverArtsFest
The scholarships were announced at the RiverArtsFest Invitational Opening on Oct. 13.
October 24, 2017
2017 Distinguished Alumni to Receive Awards During Homecoming/Reunion Weekend
Awards will be presented at Rhodes College’s Alumni Convocation on Oct. 28.
October 23, 2017
Rhodes Is Among 14 of the Most Beautiful College Campuses, According to Expedia
Rhodes College has received another campus beauty designation. It is one of 14 “Most Beautiful College Campuses,” according to the Expedia travel website.
“Of course, there are thousands of pretty and scenic campuses across the nation, but these are 14 beautiful schools (in no particular order) that made us want to stake a spot on the quad…and maybe even hit the library,” says Expedia staff writer Chloe Mulliner.
Selection was based on the following:
October 13, 2017
Biomathematics Students Win Awards for Presentations at Research Conference
They are seniors Casey Middleton, Erin Deery, Jordan Ankersen, and Cailey Kesselring, mentored by Professor Erin Bodine.
October 13, 2017
Homecoming to Kick Off 100 Years of Women at Rhodes Celebration
We're celebrating the 100th anniversary of the first class of women to be enrolled at the college and the countless women of achievement--students, faculty, staff, and administrators--who have called Rhodes their home.
October 13, 2017
Jamarr McCain ’19 Raises the Bar for the Future of the Black Student Association
Jamarr McCain ’19 is looking to create new dialogue and provide a more meaningful experience for students on campus as the newly appointed Black Student Association president.
October 09, 2017
Rhodes Recognized as a “Hidden Gem for Women in STEM”
College Raptor, an online resource that helps prospective college students explore college options, recently ranked Rhodes No. 10 among schools across the country as a “Hidden Gem for Women in STEM.”
October 05, 2017
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Program Earns Accreditation by Leading Professional Society for the Discipline
Rhodes is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, but accreditation by ASBMB affirms that its biochemistry and molecular biology program fulfills or exceed national standards.
October 05, 2017
Student Group Makes Strides Combating Food Waste, Takes Dining Hall Leftovers to Soup Kitchens
Rhodes’ Food Recovery Network board includes Tate Mulligan, Alex Coughlin, Alisa Redding, Lelo Shamambo, Maggie Palopoli, Zach Abdo, Zach Thornton, and Zoe Feder.
October 04, 2017