Homecoming/Reunion Weekend 2026
November 12-15
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Thursday, November 12
4:30 p.m. History Lecture by Robert Saxe, Associate Professor of History
Blount Auditorium, Buckman Hall
Reception to follow
History professor Robert Saxe will discuss the creation of his new book, Daily Life for Americans during World War II (Bloomsbury Academic, 2026). His talk will explore the challenges of writing about one of America's most studied wars while capturing the diverse experiences of those who lived through it. Looking at everyday life during one of the most tumultuous times in history, this book explores different facets of life, from economy to entertainment to family. From the home front to the battlefront, uncover the resilience, challenges, and triumphs of those who lived through the war.
Friday, November 13
9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Registration/Check-in
Dorothy C. King Hall. Registration will move to the Bryan Campus Life Center at 5:00 p.m.
Please stop by the registration table upon arrival to receive detailed information on the weekend’s events.
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Attend a class
Classes available to attend will be posted at registration.
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. St. Jude Campus Tour
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Current and former St. Jude employees and past St. Jude fellows and interns are invited to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Rhodes–St. Jude partnership with a guided campus tour. Space is limited to the first 30 registrants. Arrival and campus-access information will be emailed to registrants.
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Induction Ceremony and Luncheon for members of The Walter D. Bellingrath and Ralph C. Hon Societies
Hyde Hall, Catherine Burrow Refectory
A celebration and recognition luncheon for those who have generously included the college in their estate plans. For more information on how to be included, contact Sr. Gift Planning Officer Tracy V. Patterson ’84, P’22 at pattersont@rhodes.edu.
12:00 - 1:30 p.m. Rhodes–St. Jude Partnership Luncheon and Panel Discussion
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Current and former St. Jude employees and past St. Jude fellows and interns are invited to enjoy lunch and a panel discussion on the campus of St. Jude. Arrival and campus-access information will be emailed to registrants.
1:30 p.m. Alumni Campus Tour led by Bill Short ’71
Departs and ends at Diehl Statue
3:00 - 3:45 p.m. Lightning Talks sponsored by Phi Beta Kappa
Lynx Lair, Bryan Campus Life Center
Exciting topics, bold ideas, and just the right length! Bring your curiosity to this series of TED-style faculty talks that explore current scholarship from across campus. Each presentation is short, engaging, and designed to spark conversation long after the talk ends.
4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Modern Languages and Literatures Open House
Southwestern Hall 102
Alumni are invited by the Modern Languages faculty to stop by the Language Learning Center for light snacks.
4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Rhodes College Music Homecoming Concert
McNeill Concert Hall, 613 University, West Campus
Featuring soloists and ensembles from the Rhodes College Department of Music. Reception immediately following.
5:00 p.m. Pep Rally in the FJ Amphitheater led by RAB (Rhodes Activity Board)
5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Alumni Homecoming Kick-off and Beer Fest
McCallum Ballroom, Bryan Campus Life Center
Join us for a Beer Tasting featuring five amazing breweries, two of whom are alumni owned! Breweries include alumni owned Jackalope and Hampline as well as Flyway Brewing Company, Soul and Spirits Brewery, and Wiseacre Brewing Company. Coinciding with the Beer Fest is the Homecoming Kick-off reception featuring light hors d'oeuvres, hugs, laughs, and a cash bar.
$30 Beer Tasting and Homecoming Kick-off reception or $15 Homecoming Kick-off reception only. Drink tickets available for wine and beer.
6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Class of 1976 reception at Marshall Arts
Marshall Arts. 639 Marshall Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
Enjoy an exhibit of artwork created by classmates and friends from surrounding classes. Live music, light hors-d’oeuvres, beer, wine, soft drinks will be available. If you have art you would like to display, please contact Arden Ritter McElroy at ardenmc@comcast.net.
7:00 p.m. Mike Curb Institute for Music 20th Anniversary Concert
Lawn between Hassell Hall and the Bryan Campus Life Center, adjacent to NPHC Plaza
Celebrate 20 years of the Mike Curb Institute for Music with a special evening for the Rhodes and Memphis communities. Look for the Overton Park Shell’s Shell on Wheels and enjoy live performances by Marcella Simien, the UNAPOLOGETIC music collective, and the Rhodes Jazz Ensemble.
7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Class of 1981 party at the home of Susan Ray Bransford ’81
Address will be emailed to registrants.
7:00 p.m. AHOF Meet-up
Mallory Gymnasium, Upper Deck
Celebrate Rhodes Athletics with fellow Athletic Hall of Fame inductees, friends, and family at this casual self-pay gathering, all while cheering on our Men’s Basketball team.
7:00 p.m. Men’s Basketball game vs Hendrix
Mallory Gym
Saturday, November 14
8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Golden Lynx Brunch
The President’s Home
Brunch for Alumni celebrating their 50th reunion and beyond.
9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Registration/Check-in
Catherine Burrow Refectory
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Alumni Convocation
Hardie Auditorium, Southwestern Hall
Annual Meeting of International Alumni Association and Presentation of Alumni Honors.
11:30 a.m. Football Lynx Walk
Phillips Lane to Crain Field at Fargason Fields
Unleash your game day spirit cheering on the football players and students enroute to Crain Field at Fargason Fields. Grand Marshals of the Parade are the 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees.
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Homecoming Picnic “A Taste of Memphis”
Catherine Burrow Refectory
Enjoy Central BBQ, Gus’s World-Famous Fried Chicken, and Fino’s. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for children ages 3-12, and $10 for Faculty and Staff.
12:00 - 1:30 p.m. Athletic Hall of Fame Luncheon
McCallum Ballroom, Bryan Campus Life Center
Lunch will the same as our “Taste of Memphis” picnic: Central BBQ, Gus’ World Famous Fried Chicken and Fino’s. Join attendees in McCallum Ballroom for the introductions of the honorees (link to honorees here) and hear brief remarks. Tickets are complimentary for inductees and $20 for all other adults, $10 for children under 12.
1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Cell-ebrate & Tailgate: St. Jude Reunion Tailgate
Main Lobby, Robertson Hall
St. Jude employees and past St. Jude fellows and interns are invited to reconnect at this pregame tailgate celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Rhodes–St. Jude partnership. Light refreshments will be served before the Rhodes football game.
1:30 p.m. Alumni Campus Tour led by Rhodes Student Ambassadors
Departs and ends at Diehl Statue
1:30 - 4:30 p.m. Reunion Row Parties
Crain Field at Fargason Fields
Features tents for each reunion class to gather, comfy seating, and perfect vibes. Local food trucks and full cash bar will be available.
2:00 p.m. Rhodes College Football vs Trinity University
Crain Field at Fargason Fields
Throughout the game, we will recognize the inductees into the Athletic Hall of Fame.
2:00 p.m. Whiteball Reunion
Whiteball Court, Bellingrath Quad
4:30 - 6:00 p.m. EquaLynx Reception
Briggs Patio
LGBTQ+ affinity group
5:00 - 6:30 p.m. Black Alumni Chapter Reception honoring the Black Student Association's Distinguished Alumni
Lynx Lair Patio, Bryan Campus Life Center
Remarks at 5:45 p.m.
5:30 - 7:00 p.m. 60th Reunion in Dorothy C. King Hall
Dorothy C. King Hall, West Campus
$35 per ticket
5:30 p.m. 50th Reunion Cocktails and Dinner
5:30 p.m. Cocktails in Crain Lobby, Bryan Campus Life Center
6:30 p.m. Dinner, McCallum Ballroom, Bryan Campus Life Center
8:00 p.m. Live music and dancing, McCallum Ballroom, Bryan Campus Life Center
5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Class of 1958 Reunion Cocktails and Dinner
Dorothy C. King Hall, West Campus
Price $35 per person
6:00 p.m. 55th Reunion Cocktails and Dinner at Ecco Restaurant
1585 Overton Park Ave
Attendees are responsible for purchasing their own food and beverages.
6:00 p.m. 35th Reunion Gathering at Madison's Tavern
2126 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN 38104
6:00 p.m. 20th Reunion Gathering at Flyway Brewing
598 Monroe Ave
Wear your Rhodes Homecoming Nametag and get your first pint for $2!
Afterparty – Grab your crew for this late-night meet-up
Grads from 2000 and younger: ł§ľ±±ô°ě˛â’s
Grads from the 1980s and 1990s: Earnestine & Hazel’s
Anyone who needs to dance: ¸é˛ąľ±´Ú´Ç°ů»ĺ’s
Sunday, November 15
8:00 - 10:00 a.m. Class of 1976 Brunch
Tiger & Peacock rooftop lounge, The Memphian Hotel
E-mail Sallie Brooks Clark ’76 at sbclark4954@msn.com to arrange payment for the brunch. Tom Gattas is generously underwriting the event.
10:00 – 11: 30 a.m. Class of 1958 Brunch
Catherine Burrow Refectory (We will be able to park right in front!)
Price $10 per person
3:00 p.m. Men’s Basketball game vs. Emory
Mallory Gym
We are so glad you are coming home to Rhodes! If you are looking for a place to stay during Homecoming/Reunion Weekend, visit our Hotels and Directions page for a list of nearby accommodations.
