Rhodes: The Big Picture
The best thing about Rhodes is definitely the professors. The professors vary in their degree of difficulty but the ones that push you as a student are always willing to offer the extra support needed to get you to the next level. Rhodes is also designed as an academically friendly campus--Barret library is a great resource and is stocked with comfy chairs, sofas, and Starbucks (as well as a Christmas tree during the holidays) which makes it much easier to spend a lot of time there.
Rhodes Academic Life
I am an English literature major at Rhodes and an Art History minor--I absolutely love my classes. With the field I am in, most of my classes are geared towards learning for the sake of learning, but also helps with "real-world" skills like communication, writing,critical thinking, and problem solving. Participation counts as a percentage of your grade in most classes, which leads to lively discussions and high attendance levels, even for 8 AM classes.
Rhodes's Student Body
The Rhodes student body is very inclusive and friendly. I feel comfortable among many different groups of people, as almost everyone makes an effort to reach out and interact with others. It's not unusual to greet people you don't know while walking around campus, which leads to a tight-knit community.
Rhodes Student Activities + Social Life
At Rhodes, over 50% of students are involved in greek life--it's a really good idea to rush here because you meet so many people. Some of the parties are open but greeks usually don't attend open parties as heavily as non-greeks. I'm involved in a sorority and have enjoyed the experience.
Rites of Spring and Homecoming are probably the biggest campus-wide events--Homecoming is in the fall and Rites is in the Spring. During Rites of Spring, Rhodes hosts several big-name bands for a weekend of music. During this weekend, Rhodes also hosts an even for local children called Rites to Play, where students work carnival style booths for the kids (there are also huge inflatable toys as well). It all makes for a great weekend.
Rhodes Naked Truth
I love Rhodes and would choose it again without a second thought.
