If you have questions, please email alumni@rhodes.edu or call 901-843-3845.
Family Weekend 2026
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
Family Weekend is your chance to experience ¹û¶³ÊÓƵ the way your student does. Spend time on campus meeting the faculty and staff who help shape their college experience, sit in on a class, explore academic and extracurricular opportunities, share a meal together, cheer on the Lynx at an athletic competition, and enjoy some of ¹û¶³ÊÓƵ' favorite traditions. Whether this is your first time visiting campus or you are a seasoned ¹û¶³ÊÓƵ family, the weekend offers a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with your student, meet other families, and get a deeper appreciation for the vibrant community they call home. While we are still putting the finishing touches on the full schedule, here is a quick look at some of what is in store for Family Weekend 2026!
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
Greetings and Weekend Information
Burrow Hall Lobby
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Obtain schedules for the weekend and get campus information. Staff will be present to answer any questions you may have upon arrival.
Women’s Golf Team at the Lee and Joe Duncan ¹û¶³ÊÓƵ Invitational
The Links at Audubon
9:00 a.m.
Attend a ¹û¶³ÊÓƵ College Class
Various Classes
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Visit Burrow Hall Lobby Check-In for information on availability and location of classes open to families.
Mertie W. Buckman International Internship
Blount Auditorium, Buckman Hall
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Recipients of the Mertie W. Buckman International Internships will share their stories of being abroad.
HPA Info Session
Barret 051, Paul Barret, Jr. Library
3:30 p.m.
Discover how our advising services help students navigate a successful path to professional schools and learn about the success of our students.
Department Open Houses
Various Campus Locations
3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Learn more about the programs and opportunities available to your student. Participating departments will be announced closer to Family Weekend. Please check back for updates or consult the Family Weekend program upon arrival for a complete list of open departments and locations.
Campus Tours
Meet at Diehl Court in front of Burrow Hall
4:00 p.m.
Enjoy a campus tour of campus led by our college archivist, Bill Short ’71 and ¹û¶³ÊÓƵ College Ambassadors.
Family Dinner
Catherine Burrow Refectory
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
You can choose to have a family dinner in the Refectory ($11.74 per person paid at the door, credit card only) or have dinner on your own at one of Memphis’ many fantastic restaurants.
Kappa Delta All Sing 2026
Mallory Gymnasium (Venue opens at 6:00 p.m.)
7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Annual philanthropy event raising money for Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA) through ¹û¶³ÊÓƵ Kappa Delta Singing/Dancing competition among the student organizations on campus! Everyone is welcome so please bring your friends and family for a fun night! Tickets are $7.00 on Friday in the Catherine Burrow Refectory during lunch or $10.00 at the door on Friday evening.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
Women’s Golf Team at the Lee and Joe Duncan ¹û¶³ÊÓƵ Invitational
The Links at Audubon
9:00 a.m.
BackBeat Memphis Mojo Tour
Departs and Returns from West Campus Parking Lot (near ¹û¶³ÊÓƵ Bookstore)
9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m, 3:00 p.m., and 5:00 p.m.
This highly rated bus tour combines live music, comedy, and narration to create a unique
adventure through Memphis’ musical heritage. Departs and returns from West Campus parking
lot. Reservation required: $25 per person.
Business and Economics International Internships
Room 110, Buckman Hall
9:45 - 10:45 a.m.
Recipients of the Theodore W. Eckels International Business Internships, the Wafsky Iskander International Internships, and the Morelle Legg International Internships will share their stories of being abroad and share the process for applying. Light breakfast provided.
Theodore William Eckels International Practicum for Art and Art History
Room 110, Buckman Hall
10:45 – 11:15 a.m.
Recipients of the Theodore W. Eckels International Practicum in Art and Art History will share stories of their experiences abroad and share the application process.
¹û¶³ÊÓƵ Swim & Dive Meet vs. Millsaps
Alburty Pool, Bryan Campus Life Center
11:00 a.m.
Internships, Fellowships, and Study Abroad
Blount Auditorium, Buckman Hall
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Staff will discuss exciting opportunities for domestic and international experiences beyond the classroom, including internships, fellowships, and study abroad.
Legacy Families Tailgate
Southeast End of Crain Field
12:30 p.m.
Our Alumni Relations team invites our ¹û¶³ÊÓƵ alumni who have children and/or grandchildren who are current ¹û¶³ÊÓƵ students to be our guests at CajunFest with complimentary tickets. Advance registration is required with check-in at the alumni tent at Crain Field. We look forward to welcoming you back to campus and know you will enjoy meeting and visiting with other alumni and their students.
CajunFest
Crain Field at Fargason Fields
12:30 – 2:00 p.m.
Cost is $20 per person (including ¹û¶³ÊÓƵ students) and $10 for children 12 and under. Join us for an afternoon of ¹û¶³ÊÓƵ spirit, Southern hospitality, and delicious Cajun flavor. Whether you are a student, alum, parent, or friend of the College, CajunFest is a can’t-miss ¹û¶³ÊÓƵ tradition that perfectly captures what makes this community so special.
**Limited Number of Tickets Available**
¹û¶³ÊÓƵ Football vs. Maryville
Crain Field at Fargason Fields
1:00 p.m.
Campus Tours
Meet at Diehl Court
2:30 p.m.
Enjoy a campus tour of campus led by our college archivist, Bill Short ’71 and ¹û¶³ÊÓƵ College Ambassadors.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
Sunday Brunch
Catherine Burrow Refectory
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
$9.58 per person, paid at the door, credit card only.