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.
Top 5 Suggestions for September Fun
Heading off to college can be a daunting time, especially if you’ve just moved to a city you don’t know. Let Memphis give you a warm welcome with these five September events!
September 05, 2017
"Learning to Learn": Prof. Pohlmann Addresses Class of 2021 at Opening Convocation
Video: In Dr. Marcus Pohlmann's Opening Convocation address, he advises students to "question, explore, and validate" when it comes to learning.
September 05, 2017
Rhodes College Unveils New $34 Million Cutting-Edge Science Facility
The dedication ceremony included a reveal of the renovated Briggs Hall—now home for computer science studies and a virtual reality lab—and the Bill and Carole Troutt Quadrangle.
August 31, 2017
Rhodes College to Dedicate New Science Facility on Aug. 31
The Rhodes community and invited guests will gather in the Spence Wilson Room of Briggs Hall at 10:30 a.m. for the ceremony.
August 30, 2017
Rhodes’ Hillel Chapter, Scholarship to Support Jewish Life on Campus
Rhodes College has a new Hillel chapter, which will be led by campus director Rabbi Jeremy Simons.
August 29, 2017
Film by Shane Watson ’14 Nominated for Award Presented by The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
The film by the Rhodes business alumnus is titled “I Live Here.” Award winners become eligible for Oscars consideration.
August 24, 2017
Summer Fellowship Provides Graduate-Level Learning Experience for Madeline Evans ’18
For neuroscience major Madeline Evans ’18 of New Orleans, LA, Rhodes College has provided the best of both worlds when it comes to academics.
August 22, 2017
Prof. Natalie Person Receives Jameson M. Jones Award for Outstanding Faculty Service
Rhodes College today announced that Dr. Natalie Person, professor of psychology and chair of educational studies, was presented the 2017 Jameson M. Jones Award for Outstanding Faculty Service.
August 21, 2017
Snapshots of Move-In Day, 2017!
President Marjorie Hass and Dr. Russ Wigginton, Vice President of Student Life, had fun meeting students and their families during Move-In Day.
August 18, 2017
Rhodes Marks Its 169th Academic Year with Opening Convocation; Welcomes Class of 2021
Rhodes College will have its Opening Convocation on Friday, Aug. 18, at 3:00 p.m. to mark its 169th academic year and welcome the Class of 2021.
August 16, 2017