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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.
Rhodes College is among the 500 colleges in America that shine, according to Forbes, which recently released its “America’s Top Colleges List.”
The Rhodes Theatre Guild (RTG) has received multiple nominations for the Ostrander Awards, which recognize excellence in local theater.
For the first time in its extensive touring history, the Rhodes Singers, along with several alumni and guests, traveled to the Baltic States, performing 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.
Amy Ware Assumes Role as Inaugural Assistant Vice President for Career Integration at Rhodes College
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.
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.
An impressive 219 Rhodes College student-athletes have earned a spot on the Southern Athletic Association (SAA) Academic Honor Roll for Spring 2026, representing 14 athletic programs.
Robert H. Buckman and his family have been steadfast pillars of support to the Rhodes College community for decades, and the college is profoundly grateful for their unwavering commitment. Buckman passed away May 31, 2026, and will be greatly missed.