Rhodes State College Alumni

09/04/2026

💙 🩺This is why we’re so proud of our nursing graduates.

Every once in a while, we hear a story that reminds us just how much of an impact our graduates make—not only in their careers, but in the lives of the people they care for.

Stories like this are a wonderful reminder that nursing is about so much more than providing medical care. It’s about seeing the person behind the patient, offering reassurance during difficult moments, and making someone feels cared for when they need it most.

We are incredibly proud to know that our graduates are carrying those values into hospitals and healthcare settings throughout our community.

Alex Z.

He is hands down one of the best nurses I have ever had.

I spend every day of my life serving other people. I’m usually the one taking care of everyone else, making sure people feel seen, heard, valued and loved.

So being the one who needed someone else to take care of me was way outside of my comfort zone.

I have terrible anxiety when it comes to anything medical, and I’m pretty sure Alex figured that out quickly. But he didn’t make me feel ridiculous for being scared. He didn’t rush me. He didn’t treat me like I was just another patient in an ER bed.

There was actually a moment when I was listening (bc no way would I watch) him flush my IV and give me medication. He was doing it so slowly and carefully. It was such a small thing, but my whole family noticed it. He wasn’t just trying to get it done. He was paying attention to whether I was comfortable.

I remember lying there thinking, I’ve never seen a nurse care this much about something that probably seems so routine to them.

That stuck with me.

Alex may have been doing his job, but the way he did his job was different. There was genuine compassion behind it. In a place where everything can feel rushed and scary, he made me feel safe.

For someone who spends so much of her life trying to take care of everyone else, having someone take that kind of care with me meant more than I can explain.

Right now I have quite a bit going on.

Alex didn’t just take care of my medical needs - he took care of the person lying in that bed.

And I will never forget that.

Thank You Alex - for loving people and showing true kindness.

xxYou Matter Brooke-Rod Dudgeon

📸Lima Memorial Health System

08/14/2026

‼ GROB Systems is hiring‼
Check out their post below! ⬇

GROB is hiring! Check out joingrob.com for the latest openings.

Some highlights:
-Universal Machine Trainer
-IT System Administrator
-Business Intelligence Analyst
-2nd Shift Machinist
-Key Account Manager (Sales)
-Supply Chain Intern (Winter 2027)

08/11/2026

🦷 Thinking about a career in dental hygiene?

We love sharing opportunities and career paths that may be of interest to our alumni and our community!

OhioMeansJobs recently shared some great information about careers in dental hygiene. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to work in this field—or know someone who might be interested—take a look!

And as always, if you’re a Rhodes alum working in dental hygiene, we’d love to hear from you! 💙

If you enjoy working closely with people and have a passion for health, dental hygiene offers a stable and rewarding career path. Learn more about this career and all of Ohio’s top jobs at topjobs.ohio.gov.

07/31/2026

🎓 Classes are just around the corner! 🎓

As we get ready to welcome new students, we're excited for Welcome Day on Sunday, August 16th! It's the beginning of a journey filled with new opportunities, friendships, and experiences.

➡ To our Rhodes alumni: What advice would you give someone who is just starting college? 💙

Whether it's studying tips, getting involved on campus, making connections, or simply enjoying the experience, your words of wisdom could make a lasting impact on our newest students.

Share your best advice in the comments and help us give our incoming students a warm Rhodes welcome!

07/28/2026

‼️Employment Alert ‼️

Pleasant Precision, Inc. is hiring a full-time CNC Lathe Machinist in Kenton, Ohio. The position pays $21–$28 per hour and involves setting up, programming, and operating CNC lathes and other machining equipment to produce tight-tolerance components.

Primary responsibilities include interpreting blueprints and technical drawings, programming CNC equipment, using precision measuring instruments, conducting quality inspections, maintaining machinery, troubleshooting production issues, and supporting process improvements.

Candidates should have experience with CNC programming, lathes, milling, tooling, machining, mechanical systems, and precision measuring instruments. Experience operating Okuma CNC lathes is preferred. Relevant associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and certificates are accepted.

To apply, indicate your interest in the CNC Lathe position on the application and visit https://teamppi.com/careers/.

Questions? Contact Kristin Moore, HR & Benefits Coordinator, at 419-675-0556, ext. 131, or [email protected]

07/21/2026

💒 Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Kidder! 💒

Best wishes to alumna Natasha (Sanders) Kidder, OTA 2019, and Drayton Kidder on their recent nuptials! 💙

Natasha Leigh Sanders (Tworek) and Drayton Alexander Kidder were married July 11 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Edgerton, by Father Daniel Borgelt. The bride’s parents gave her away. Sanders, the