Please join fellow alumni and their families for a special weekend recognizing and celebrating the many contributions of Black students and alumni to Rhodes College. The weekend includes a compelling alumni and student panel discussion, the historic dedication and unveiling of the National Pan-Hellenic Council Plaza, and a banquet to honor milestone anniversaries of Black organizations at Rhodes. For more information and to register for any of the weekend events, see below.
This weekend also includes Rhodes SpringFest, a time for Rhodes students and families to enjoy live music, lectures, and athletic events on campus. Click here to view the full SpringFest schedule.
Reunion Schedule
Friday, March 22
3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Black Students and Alumni Family Reunion Weekend
Neely Hall, Catherine Burrow Refectory
Stop by the Refectory throughout the afternoon to receive a printed schedule for the weekend, your name tag, and a small gift from Rhodes.
4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Mike Curb Institute Block Party
Frazier Jelke Amphitheater
Featuring live music and food, free and open to all members of the Rhodes Community!
6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Past to Present: The Evolution of Black Students at Rhodes and Creating a Culture of Belonging
Spence Wilson Room, Briggs Hall
A student and alumni panel, moderated by BSA Historian Ayzia Alexander ’25, will discuss the evolution of campus life for the Black student at Rhodes beginning with the origination of organizations on campus such as the BSA, NPHC, ASA, etc., highlighting the way these groups have created a sense of belonging for Black students on campus and how we chart a path forward for future Black students. A reception will follow.
Panelists: Julian Bolton ’71, Dr. Cassandra Morgan Hawkins ’92, P’27, Joseph McKinney ’05, Dr. Derek King ’10, Helen Udeochu ’25
Saturday, March 23
11:00 a.m. Dedication and Unveiling of the National Pan-Hellenic Council Plaza
South of the Bryan Campus Life Center
Join us as we honor a significant milestone with the dedication of the NPHC Plaza on campus. This dedication ceremony is a special moment for our community to recognize the contributions of NPHC organizations to our campus culture and heritage.
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. NPHC Plaza Dedication Celebration Luncheon
Catherine Burrow Refectory
After the dedication, enjoy a festive, complimentary campus-wide lunch with photo ops and a DJ.
1:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Omicron Chi Chapter Alumnae Meet-Up
For location and additional details, please contact Kerri Campbell ’02, campbellk@rhodes.edu or 901.515.7742.
The ladies of the Omicron Chi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, will have a private meet-up for chapter alumnae.
6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Cocktail and Reception Banquet
McCallum Ballroom, Bryan Campus Life Center
6:30 - 7:15 p.m. Cocktail reception/passed appetizers
7:15 - 9:30 p.m. Buffet dinner/program
The keynote address will be given by Rhodes Alumni Association Executive Board Secretary Melanie Elliott Hillard ’92
$35 per person; $20 for students and alumni who graduated between 2019-2023
Sunday, March 24
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Brunch
Dorothy C. King Hall, West Campus
2:00 – 3:30 p.m. 13th Annual Alumni Easter Egg Hunt
Check-in in front of Catherine Burrow Refectory
We will begin the event with an Easter Parade! Prizes will be given for the best-decorated wagon, stroller, bicycle, etc., and for the most festive Easter bonnet or hat! We will congregate at 2:00 p.m. in front of the refectory and “parade” around Phillips Lane. There will be two locations for the egg hunt—toddlers will search in Fisher Garden and older children, up to age 9, will search on the North Parkway lawn between Fisher Garden and Rollow Avenue of Oaks.
The egg hunt will begin promptly at 2:20 p.m.
Following the egg hunt will be cookie decorating and face painting. Bring your own basket and camera for photos with the Easter Bunny!
