Current majors:
“I chose PPE because of its versatility and unique course offerings. Many of these courses address contemporary social and political issues that directly impact students in their day to day lives, and they have enabled me to develop perspectives that are different from those of my peers in other courses. The PPE professors are enthusiastic about teaching and foster a welcoming environment that embraces diverse opinions and encourages students to learn from one another.” Sarah Jackson '24
"My decision to come to Rhodes College was heavily influenced by its PPE program. I have always been interested in the ideas pertaining to the foundations of political and economic life, and PPE has been a perfect vehicle to better understand these bodies of thought. The program has helped me grow as a critical thinker and has also expanded my intellectual curiosity." Kelton Massinga '25
“The Philosophy, Politics, and Economics major was a significant factor in my choosing to attend Rhodes. The program has challenged my worldview, expanded my understanding of future career options, and strengthened both my critical reasoning and writing skills. PPE has allowed me to explore my strongest interests within one major. This exploration, and the support I consistently receive from peers and professors, have been instrumental in my undergraduate experience!” Anna Yates ‘25
Recent graduates:
“Declaring a PPE major was one of my best decisions. Without PPE, I don’t know if I would have developed the relationships, knowledge, and writing skills to succeed in law school. No program could ask for more thoughtful faculty to guide undergraduates.” John Howell, ’22
“The PPE program offers courses that develop both hard and soft skills. On any given day, you may discuss morality in Machiavelli, learn how to run statistical tests, and spend the afternoon completing an essay on income inequality. Many students can analyze data, or read closely, or write cogently. The PPE program covers them all.” Ethan Heilig ’21
"The PPE program at Rhodes provided a well-rounded theoretical foundation for a more quantitative International Political Economics graduate program at UNC Chapel Hill. The seminar style of many PPE classes prepared me to think critically and engage with current scholarship. The best part of the program was the faculty mentorship. It was unmatched, even during grad school.” Emily Rose Mitchell ’18
