Dear Alma Mater, kind the fate That links our lives with Thee, For God’s own power
that made Thee great Is the truth that makes us free;
Thy torch has touched our hearts with flame, Our yearning souls refined, Through
Thee we learn the higher aim, And train the truer mind.
O Leader to the larger light,
Rhodes College ‘neath Thy wings
Thine own in rev’rent love unite, And each a tribute brings;
And dreams, such dreams as old can dream, And visions youth
can see, Keep lighted in our hearts the flame Once kindled there of Thee.
Fight
Song - Lynx March
Roll Lynx Roll !
Roll, roll, roll, roll, Lynx-team roll on! Fight, fight, fight ‘til vic-t’ry is won! Our
team will win vic-t’ry again; Lynx team won’t give in! (RAH! RAH! RAH!) L—Y—N—X
Lynx team roll on; Vic-t’ry is our cry! Come on and fight, fight, fight, Rhodes College,
Roll, Lynx, roll!
Written by Prof. Charles Mosby ’51
The
David Saks Show - WLYX Radio FM 89
Rhodes College 1990
David
Saks may seem very docile, mysterious and different on first impression.
However, he is a remarkable man. Saks is highly independent and self-sufficient.
His exceptional intelligence, sense of humor and wisdom are quickly noticed upon interaction
with him.
He is a respectable man and many are deeply
and positively affected by his very cordial, warm and sincere nature.
Saks is not one to attract people on the basis of his warmth or compassion, however - though he is loaded with
both - but because of his obvious insight and common sense.
Saks may appear to be hard to get to know and is often withdrawn, but this is the fabric of a rather modest
man. It is common for people to see his focus turn inside of himself in the middle of a conversation.
Saks clearly has the makings of an intellectual, but he has, in remarkably humble fashion, guarded
against arrogance and an attitude of "I've got it all figured out".
There have been periods in Saks' life when he had little concern for style, while at other times he is very
aware of his surrounding and uses it to make a specific impression.
Saks appears dignified no matter how he perceives the moment, but he is a rather well groomed
man with a touch of dash and definitely has some advantages.
Saks is quiet and never self-aggrandizing although his confidence increases when he knows he is well received.
Saks is a gifted musician, an extraordinary pianist, brilliant,
spiritual, religious, and a romantic at heart with his very own ideas regarding the purpose of life which at times tragically
self-inflict controversy for him.
He is an inspired speaker and conversationalist
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common when discussing subjects that interest him.
Otherwise, Saks is not one for chatter.
His love of knowledge and his wisdom manifest of such surpassing excellence as to suggest divine inspiration.
David Saks first arrived on the Southwestern at Memphis
/ Rhodes College campus in 1970.
Although a Rhodes student, and awarded a
scholarship, he never chased a degree.
David's loyalty, respect, devotion and great
love for learning, and for Rhodes College, are conspicuous, distinctive characteristics that have distinguished him as a beloved
member of the Rhodes community.
The Rules of Life
1. Give only what you wish to receive.
2. For
everything you have to do, do everything you have.
3. Never cheat.
4. Never lie.
5. Never give up.
6.
Know that the strong do not harm the weak and that only the weak wish to do harm.
7.
Give respect by your behavior, command respect, and show courtesy in all things.
8.
Give to each according to their needs, and ask of each according to their capabilities.
9.
Never shame or humiliate your fellow beings.
10. Accept responsibility for your actions and demand that others accept
responsibility for theirs.
Rhodes In The
Fall David Saks August 16, 1991 ===================
Find
understanding Open your eyes You'll see the truth Beneath God's blue skies
And together we'll find love And learn
as we grow
When
the seasons change That's when you'll know
My friend till I see you again
Within this hallowed hall
My heart will be in Memphis
Here at Rhodes in the Fall
The past is behind us
Listen to the future call We'll be together in Memphis
At Rhodes in the fall
If one wish can come true If your dreams are mine My
science, my ethics,
Your
music and rhyme
The trees on North Parkway Stand tall as we adjourn
This promise I'll keep you While I wait for your return
My friend till I see you again
Within this hallowed hall
My heart will be in Memphis At Rhodes in the
fall
The past is behind
us
Listen to
the future call
We'll
be together in Memphis
At
Rhodes in the fall
The Most Honorable Caretaker Emeritus Southwestern Hall ~ Rhodes College
