Calendar of Events

Our calendar of events taking place at Rhodes House, Oxford, and around the world. Scholars in Residence, Alumni and the general public are very welcome to attend. Events are listed so it is clear which audience they apply to.

Beyond the Business Card: Strategic Networking

Scholars Only

21 January 2026

Beyond the Business Card: Strategic Networking

A practical, interactive virtual workshop (held on 21 and 27 January) designed to help you reframe networking as authentic relationship-building, grounded in curiosity, contribution, and consistency.

Scholars' Library: Maya Shankar on 'The Other Side of Change'

Open to All

27 January 2026

Scholars' Library: Maya Shankar on 'The Other Side of Change'

In our January event, Dr Maya Shankar (Connecticut & New College 2007) will discuss her book The Other Side of Change - Who We Become When Life Makes Other Plans.

CV to Interview: Preparing for Your Next Role

Scholars Only

04 February 2026

CV to Interview: Preparing for Your Next Role

Refine your CV and application approach with this practical workshop (held on 4 and 10 February). Learn what recruiters look for, how to present your experience clearly, and leave with a personalised action plan and greater confidence.

AI in Education: Risks, Innovation and Morality

Open to All

04 February 2026

AI in Education: Risks, Innovation and Morality

Join us as we discuss the topical issue of AI and its impact on education at all levels.

Sector Connect: Environment

Scholars Only

05 February 2026

Sector Connect: Environment

During this virtual event, we will explore emerging trends, pressing challenges, and future opportunities in the environmental field. Whether you are currently working in the environmental space or bring related experience from another sector, this informal gathering offers a valuable space to exchange ideas.

Scholars' Library: Randal Pinkett on 'Campus CEO'

Open to All

25 February 2026

Scholars' Library: Randal Pinkett on 'Campus CEO'

Join Dr Randal Pinkett as he discusses his book - 'The Campus CEO' - that walks any would-be entrepreneur through all the necessary steps to launching a profitable, campus-based business, while simultaneously achieving academic success

Your Personal Brand and Professional Identity

Scholars Only

11 March 2026

Your Personal Brand and Professional Identity

This interactive virtual workshop aims to help participants understand, shape, and communicate their professional identity with clarity and intention. You’ll explore your values, strengths, and purpose, craft an authentic identity statement, and identify practical steps to align how you’re perceived with the impact you want to make. Choose one of the two available dates under the Workshop Dates tab on the Booking site.

Scholars' Library: Jonathan Tepper on 'Shooting Up'

Open to All

26 March 2026

Scholars' Library: Jonathan Tepper on 'Shooting Up'

In our March event, Jonathan Tepper (North Carolina & Christ Church 1998) will discuss his memoir of love, loss and addiction, Shooting Up.

1976 Class Reunion

Scholars Only

19 June 2026

1976 Class Reunion

The Class of 1976 is cordially invited to join us at Rhodes House to celebrate your 50th Anniversary!

Launch Event | Elena Gallina, Çiknia jonë: Our Girlhood

29 February 2024

Launch Event | Elena Gallina, Çiknia jonë: Our Girlhood

Elena Gallina is a Rhodes Scholar who studied at Oxford 2019-2022. She is the first Artist in Residence in what the Rhodes Trust hopes will become a well-established and innovative programme. Join us on 29 February at Rhodes House for the launch of her exhibition entitled 'Çiknia jonë: Our Girlhood’.

Scholars' Library: Jennifer Robinson on 'How Many More Women?'

29 February 2024

Scholars' Library: Jennifer Robinson on 'How Many More Women?'

Join Jennifer Robinson for a conversation on 'Silenced Women: Why The Law Fails Women and How to Fight Back'

Rhodes Global Impact Day

31 January 2024

Rhodes Global Impact Day

Support local charities with challenges they face.

Global Impact Day 2024 - Save the Date!

31 January 2024

Global Impact Day 2024 - Save the Date!

Global Impact Day is a new initiative from the Lifelong Programmes team at the Rhodes Trust, where the community of the Rhodes Trust, and its partners, are invited to undertake a day of volunteering to help support local and global charities and causes.

Scholars' Library: Max Price on 'Statues and Storms'

24 January 2024

Scholars' Library: Max Price on 'Statues and Storms'

Join Max Price (South Africa-at-Large & Magdalen 1980) for a conversation on: his book 'Statues and Storms: Leading through Change'

Los Angeles Scholar Reception

11 January 2024

Los Angeles Scholar Reception

You are warmly invited to join the Rhodes community for informal drinks and hors d'oeuvres in West Hollywood. Spouses and partners welcome. This event is hosted by the Rhodes Trust in partnership with local Scholars Dale Abel (Jamaica & Green 1986) and Sonia Batra (California & Magdalen 1994). We hope that you will be able to join us to reconnect with Rhodes friends and meet new ones, and hear the latest news from Rhodes House.

Social for Rhodes Scholars in Healthcare Technology & Investment

10 January 2024

Social for Rhodes Scholars in Healthcare Technology & Investment

Taking place on January 10 during the JP Morgan Healthcare Conference, this event is an opportunity for Scholars working in Healthcare Tech & Investment to join others in their field to network, and connect with old and new friends. We are deeply grateful to Fred Cohen (Florida & Wolfson 1978) and Carolyn Klebanoff for generously hosting.

Rhodes Newfoundland and Labrador Holiday Gathering 2023

22 December 2023

Rhodes Newfoundland and Labrador Holiday Gathering 2023

Join us for a Newfoundland gathering of Rhodes Scholars to celebrate the holiday season.

Scholars' Library: Jeremy England on 'Every Life Is on Fire'

29 November 2023

Scholars' Library: Jeremy England on 'Every Life Is on Fire'

Join Jeremy England (New Hampshire & St John's 2003) for a conversation on: his book 'Every Life is on Fire'