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.

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.

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.

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.

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.”

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.