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.

German Community Virtual Gathering with the Rhodes Trust

Scholars Only

28 January 2026

German Community Virtual Gathering with the Rhodes Trust

Join the German Rhodes Scholar community on Wednesday 28th January 2026 at 17:00-18:00 CET (16:00-17:00 GMT) for a virtual gathering hosted by Ms Dagmar Gaede (Germany & St Hilda's 1993).

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.

2023 Rhodes Forum on Technology & Society

11 November 2023

2023 Rhodes Forum on Technology & Society

Embracing a new era of technology, the second annual iteration of the Rhodes Forum on Technology and Society delves into the heart of Purpose Driven Technology in the 21st Century.

Open Garden & The World Reimagined at Rhodes House - 14 October

14 October 2023

Open Garden & The World Reimagined at Rhodes House - 14 October

In celebration of 120 years of the Rhodes Scholarship, and to mark our reopening after a major refurbishment, we’ve installed exhibitions by leading artists at Rhodes House. ‘The World Reimagined’, ‘I Am Because We Are’ and ‘Living with the Legacy of Cecil John Rhodes’ have been created to stimulate thinking and debate, to encourage us to reflect on the Rhodes Scholarship, a complex and difficult past, a vibrant present and a future full of hope.

Annual Discussion Series: Impacts of Redefining the Atlantic Triangle

12 October 2023

Annual Discussion Series: Impacts of Redefining the Atlantic Triangle

The World Reimagined was formed out of the desire to discuss challenging parts of our history, in order to determine and shape how we forge ahead with establishing a fair and equitable present and future.

Scholars' Library: 'The 4 Habits of all Successful Relationships'

11 October 2023

Scholars' Library: 'The 4 Habits of all Successful Relationships'

Join Jonathan & Andrea Taylor-Cummings (Jamaica & Templeton 1989) for a conversation on: 'The 4 Habits of all Successful Relationships'

New Haven Reception

27 September 2023

New Haven Reception

You are warmly invited to join the Rhodes community for informal drinks and hors d'oeuvres in New Haven on September 27. Spouses and partners welcome. RSVPs kindly requested by September 22.

Canadian Sailing Dinner 2023

22 September 2023

Canadian Sailing Dinner 2023

The Canadian Association of Rhodes Scholars (CARS) is pleased to invite the Canadian Rhodes community to help welcome the 2023 Canadian Rhodes Scholars-elect as they head off to Oxford.

Scholars' Library: Marilynn Richtarik on 'Getting to Good Friday'

20 September 2023

Scholars' Library: Marilynn Richtarik on 'Getting to Good Friday'

Join Marilynn Richtarik (Kansas & Jesus 1988) for a conversation on her book: 'Getting to Good Friday'

Open Garden and The World Reimagined at Rhodes House - 16 September

16 September 2023

Open Garden and The World Reimagined at Rhodes House - 16 September

In celebration of 120 years of the Rhodes Scholarship, and to mark our reopening after a major refurbishment, we’ve installed exhibitions by leading artists at Rhodes House. ‘The World Reimagined’, ‘I Am Because We Are’ and ‘Living with the Legacy of Cecil John Rhodes’ have been created to stimulate thinking and debate, to encourage us to reflect on the Rhodes Scholarship, a complex and difficult past, a vibrant present and a future full of hope.

Open Day & Art Exhibitions at Rhodes House - 9 September

09 September 2023

Open Day & Art Exhibitions at Rhodes House - 9 September

In celebration of 120 years of the Rhodes Scholarship, and to mark our reopening after a major refurbishment, we’ve installed exhibitions by leading artists at Rhodes House. ‘The World Reimagined’, ‘I Am Because We Are’ and ‘Living with the Legacy of Cecil John Rhodes’ have been created to stimulate thinking and debate, to encourage us to reflect on the Rhodes Scholarship, a complex and difficult past, a vibrant present and a future full of hope.