graduate,” says Brimberry, referring to the traditional Rhodes legend about the seal. “Now, I will be able to fully appreciate the seal and what it represents.” The theme music for the podcast is an arrangement based on the “Lynx March.” “Here’s a fun fact,” says Padgett. “‘The Lynx March’ is often attributed to Professor Charles Mosby ’51, but according to a document we discovered in the archives, it was actually composed by Jimmy Cobb ’50 in Mosby’s dorm room!” Brimberry, who is a Rhodes student associate in the interlibrary loan office and whose concentration is public history, received academic credit for working on the podcast all summer. “I spent most of my days researching, writing, and recording for it, and each day I learned something
new about the history of Rhodes,” she says. “I have thoroughly enjoyed this unique approach of looking at history. It has not only benefited my academic career, but also my personal development. I am grateful for Kenan and Caitlin for giving me this opportunity and helping me along the way.” Padgett says her hope for the podcast is that it inspires listeners to look around campus and see all the little details that make Rhodes so special. “I have researched almost every house I have every lived in and traced the stories of the people who have lived there,” she says. “Rhodes has been my second home for almost 20 years, and I am becoming just as obsessed with its history. I think we are all a little homesick for campus right now, and this makes it feel a little bit closer.” Those who would like to share their stories for future episodes of “Lynx to the Past” can email lynxtothepast@rhodes.edu.
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The Rhodes College Lynx have a new look. The college has unveiled a reimagined set of logos representing the Lynx athletic brand. The primary logo shows the Lynx with the iconic “M Bridge” to illustrate the key partnerships and deep relationship between Rhodes and its home city. “I can’t wait to see our student athletes in action with their new uniforms,” says Matt Dean, director of athletics. “I’ve been at Rhodes for 30 years; this is a pivotal moment for the Lynx. Our commitment to the new brand shows the importance of intercollegiate athletics here at Rhodes. The new athletics brand guide is the result of a year-long project. Student athletes and coaches participated in on-campus focus groups. It was in these groups that student athletes shared the idea to include a nod to Memphis in the logo. In a national survey of prospective college students, the final designs received high marks. “Our strategic plan calls for increased visibility and support for our Division III athletics program,” says President Marjorie Hass. “Our research showed that a more distinctive Lynx brand would better represent the strength and spirit of our athletic program. We have 23 NCAA sponsored sports, but we compete as one Rhodes. The college’s new athletic brand guide gives our coaches a variety of uniform and apparel options to use for their teams. In addition to the main Lynx logo, there is a new version of the Lynx Head as well as a secondary logo — a shield bearing the distinctive Rhodes R. The new designs will be phased into use over time. The new logo has been painted on the court in Mallory Gym, since the floor was due to be refinished this summer. However, the turf on Crain Field and other locations won’t be updated until they are due for upgrades. Team uniforms will be updated on their current schedule, but all practice gear will carry the new brand. The Rhodes College Bookstore has updated its website (rhodeslynxgear/merchorders) with new apparel options.
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“ I think we are all a little homesick for campus right now, and this makes it feel a little bit closer.”
Rhodes Unveils New Look for Lynx Athletics
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