The Rainbow Room
The Rainbow Room is a cozy social space for LGBTQ+ students and allies. It contains a large flat-screen television, a communal clothing closet, many community resources, and comfortable seating. It is open 24/7 with fob access. Just outside of the Rainbow Room are a kitchenette and two single-stall bathrooms.
Safe Zones serve as a source of support and information for LGBTQ students, free of judgment and hostility. They display the Safe Zone logo to indicate that they have completed Safe Zone training and have signed a contract expressing their commitment to Safe Zone policies and procedures. Safe Zones are also expected to challenge assumptions and prejudices related to sexual orientation and gender and to address heterosexist comments or behaviors in an educational and informative manner.
Bias Education Response System (BERS)
Use this tool to anonymously report instances of bias-related incidents and microagressive behaviors in the classroom, a residence hall, or anywhere else on campus.
Sex/Gender Discrimination and Sexual Misconduct Policy
This policy addresses all forms of sexual misconduct and gender-based harassment, and covers community members of any gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. This policy has been developed to reaffirm Rhodes College’s institutional values, define campus community expectations, and to provide for prompt, fair and equitable procedures for determining whether this policy has been violated.
The LGBTQ Working Group operates as the umbrella LGBTQ organization on campus and is committed to its mission of continuous assessment of the college’s LGBTQ policies and environment to ensure that Rhodes College offers the broadest possible inclusivity, in keeping with its values and vision.
LGBTQ Peer Connections Program
The LGBTQ Peer Connections Program matches new LGBTQ students (new to Rhodes or the LGBTQ community) to older, established LGBTQ students who can offer support and guidance. This program aims to help students make connections within the LGBTQ community at Rhodes and in the broader Memphis community.
Traveling in the US? Use this page to map your trip, knowing where the nearest LGBTQ center is to your destination. CenterLink develops strong, sustainable LGBT community centers and builds a thriving center network that creates healthy, vibrant communities. CenterLink envisions communities where lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people have access to flourishing LGBT community centers that advance their safety, equality and well-being.