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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.

Science@Rhodes - Reception and Commemorative Lecture

Scholars Only

09 October 2025

Science@Rhodes - Reception and Commemorative Lecture

Join us for a special evening celebrating the place of science in the Rhodes community and our partnership with Schmidt Science Fellows as we commemorate the seminal 1931 lecture given by Albert Einstein in Rhodes House.

on Black poppies (& Other seeds) Exhibition Launch, Rhodes House

Open to All

20 October 2025

on Black poppies (& Other seeds) Exhibition Launch, Rhodes House

Join us at Rhodes House for the opening of our Artist in Residence Rebecca Korang's exhibition on Black poppies (& Other seeds).

Scholars' Library: Jaz Brisack on 'Get on the Job and Organize'

Open to All

22 October 2025

Scholars' Library: Jaz Brisack on 'Get on the Job and Organize'

Join Jaz Brisack as they discuss their book on a compelling, stirring narrative of the Starbucks and Tesla unionization efforts, telling the broader story of the new, nationwide labor movement unfolding in our era of political and social unrest. As one of the exciting new faces of the American Labor Movement, Jaz argues that while workers often organize when their place of work is toxic, it’s equally important to organize when you love your job.

Careers & Pathways Sessions

27 October 2025

Careers & Pathways Sessions

Join us for a range of sessions designed to support you in establishing and navigating your career path while broadening your network. Open to Rhodes Scholars and Alumni, as well as Fellows from the Atlantic, Rise, Mandela and Schmidt communities.

Rhodes Forum on Technology & Society 2025

Open to All

08 November 2025

Rhodes Forum on Technology & Society 2025

At the 2025 Rhodes Forum on Technology & Society, we invite you to critically engage with the concept of abundance, challenge prevailing assumptions, and shape your own vision of the future!

Scholars' Library: Robert McGill on 'Simple Creatures'

Open to All

25 November 2025

Scholars' Library: Robert McGill on 'Simple Creatures'

Join Robert McGill as he discusses the twelve stories in his book 'Simple Creatures', and considers what it means to live with less in the twenty-first century.

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.

Toronto Scholar Reception

Scholars Only

01 June 2024

Toronto Scholar Reception

Join us on Saturday 1 June for an evening reception with Dr Elizabeth Kiss, Warden of Rhodes House.

Montreal Scholar Reception

Scholars Only

31 May 2024

Montreal Scholar Reception

Join us on Friday 31 May for an evening reception with Dr Elizabeth Kiss, Warden of Rhodes House.

Scholars' Library: Joseph Nye  on 'A Life in the American Century'

Open to All

30 May 2024

Scholars' Library: Joseph Nye on 'A Life in the American Century'

Join Joseph (New Jersey & Exeter 1958) to discuss power and political leadership, and changes in US academia and government over the years.

2024 SAARS Virtual Alumni Get-Together

Alumni Association Event

22 May 2024

2024 SAARS Virtual Alumni Get-Together

We look forward to engaging with our fellow Rhodes Scholars from constituencies across Africa at the annual virtual get-together.

Oxfordshire Artweeks

12 May 2024

Oxfordshire Artweeks

On Sunday 12 May, Rhodes House will be open to the public as part of Oxfordshire Artweeks. Guests can explore the art exhibitions and installations at Rhodes House including 'I Am Because We Are' by Nicola Green and Çiknia jonë: Our Girlhood by Elena Gallina.

Rhodes Film Fora | For Tomorrow

Open to All

10 May 2024

Rhodes Film Fora | For Tomorrow

A Screening & discussion of "For Tomorrow" following grassroots innovators dedicated to fighting today's most pressing sustainability issues

Sector Connect: Healthcare (1:00 PM PT/4:00 PM ET)

02 May 2024

Sector Connect: Healthcare (1:00 PM PT/4:00 PM ET)

Join us at the Healthcare Sector Connect on Thursday, May 2 at 1:00 pm PT/4:00 pm ET/9:00 PM BST.

Sector Connect: Healthcare (12:00 UK Time)

02 May 2024

Sector Connect: Healthcare (12:00 UK Time)

Join us for Sector Connect on Healthcare on Thursday, 2 May at 12:00 (UK Time), 13:00 (SAST), 16:30 (IST), 07:00 (ET), 20:30(ACT)!

'Final Fridays' London drinks

26 April 2024

'Final Fridays' London drinks

Join other Rhodes Scholars in London for drinks on the Final Friday in April.